Independent Recycling Services · 11 hours ago
Office Manager
Chicago,IL,US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expIndependent Recycling Services is seeking an Office Manager to oversee an accounting-focused administrative team. The role involves providing leadership, ensuring high-quality customer service, and maintaining effective workflows while managing accounting-related tasks.
Environmental ConsultingEnvironmental EngineeringRecyclingWaste Management
Responsibilities
Supervise and lead a team of 6–8 accounting and administrative staff, ensuring accurate and timely completion of daily accounting tasks
Provide coaching, feedback, and day-to-day support to team members
Manage team schedules and coordinate staffing needs
Lead regular meetings with the Plant Manager and Senior Leaders to identify process improvements, training needs, and workflow enhancements
Serve as a working manager by learning and backing up all accounting and office functions: A/P, A/R, scale operations, customer service, and other administrative tasks
Set up new vendor and customer accounts for payments and miscellaneous charges
Oversee monthly customer reporting and ensure timely transmission
Review accounting checklists and ensure work is completed and returned by managers
Maintain accurate data entry, ticket processing, billing accuracy, and proper control of weight scales
Qualification
Required
Associate degree preferred or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience supervising staff, preferably in an accounting or office operations environment
Strong accounting knowledge and experience working with A/P, A/R, billing, or other transactional accounting tasks
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Detail-oriented with a high level of initiative
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; TRUX experience a plus
Preferred
Experience in solid waste or recycling preferred
Benefits
Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick Time
401(k) program with company match
Company
Independent Recycling Services
IRS is a waste, recycling, and hauling company.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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