Description
Summary:
Seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Office Administrator to manage day-to-day administrative, documentation, and financial support for a construction company.
Highlights:
1. Opportunity to take ownership of company administration systems
2. Direct exposure to management and company operations
3. Professional working environment with growth opportunities
We are looking for a **highly organized, detail\-oriented and proactive Office Administrator** to manage the day\-to\-day administrative, documentation and financial support activities of our construction company.
This is a hands\-on position. The successful candidate will be responsible for keeping company information, documents, expenses, procurement records, invoices, payments and general administration **accurate, complete and up to date**.
The role requires someone who is extremely attentive to detail, follows procedures, takes ownership of tasks and does not need constant follow\-up.
Key Responsibilities
1\. General Office Administration
* Manage day\-to\-day office administration and filing.
* Maintain organized physical and digital company records.
* Prepare, update and maintain company documents, registers and trackers.
* Ensure documents are correctly named, filed and easily retrievable.
* Follow up internally for missing documents and information.
* Coordinate routine administrative requirements with management, engineers, suppliers and employees.
* Handle general correspondence, emails and administrative communication.
* Maintain confidentiality of company and financial information.
2\. Invoicing \& Accounts Receivable Support
* Maintain an updated invoice register.
* Follow up on outstanding invoices and payment documentation.
* Coordinate with clients regarding invoices, supporting documents and payment requirements.
* Ensure invoices are properly supported by quotations, purchase orders, delivery notes, completion certificates or other required documents.
* Highlight overdue payments to management.
3\. Procurement \& Supplier Administration
* Maintain supplier records and quotation comparisons.
* Record purchases accurately in the company procurement tracker..
* Verify supplier invoices against purchase orders, quotations and delivered materials/services.
* Maintain updated accounts payable information.
* Identify missing or incomplete supplier documentation before submitting it for payment.
4\. Expenses \& Cash Management
* Record all company cash expenses and payments accurately.
* Maintain the daily expense tracker.
* Collect and organize receipts, invoices and supporting documents.
* Reconcile petty cash and company cash transactions.
* Ensure every expense has proper supporting documentation and approval.
* Monitor recurring expenses and bring unusual or unexpected expenses to management's attention.
5\. Payroll \& Employee Administration
* Maintain employee records and documentation.
* Collect and organize attendance and timesheet information.
* Prepare payroll information for review by management/accounting.
* Track employee salaries, advances, deductions and other payments.
* Maintain records of leave, joining dates and employee documentation.
* Coordinate required employee documents with the relevant parties.
6\. Project Administration
* Maintain project files and administrative documentation.
* Ensure project documentation is complete and properly filed.
* Assist engineers and management in obtaining required documents.
* Maintain project trackers and update project information as instructed.
* Follow up on missing project documents.
7\. Business Reporting \& Data Entry
* Enter financial and operational information into company Excel/SharePoint systems.
* Maintain accurate and up\-to\-date company trackers.
* Update sales, invoices, procurement, payables, expenses, salaries and cash\-flow information.
* Assist management in preparing weekly and monthly business reports.
* Check data for errors, duplicates, missing information and inconsistencies.
* Ensure information entered into different trackers is consistent.
* Support management with accurate information for decision\-making.
8\. Document Control
* Maintain proper document\-control procedures.
* Ensure the latest versions of documents are being used.
* Maintain digital folders and project documentation.
* Scan, rename and file documents correctly.
* Ensure no important documents are lost or left unfiled.
* Maintain a clear audit trail for financial and administrative documents.
9\. Coordination \& Follow\-Up
* Follow up with employees, engineers, suppliers, subcontractors and clients to obtain outstanding information.
* Maintain lists of pending actions and follow\-ups.
* Escalate delays, missing information or problems to management.
* Make sure agreed administrative actions are completed on time.
* Proactively identify incomplete tasks rather than waiting for management to discover them.
Required Skills \& Experience
* Previous experience in **office administration, accounts administration or construction\-company administration**.
* Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
* Good computer and data\-entry skills.
* Experience with invoices, expenses, procurement and basic accounting administration.
* Strong organizational and document\-control skills.
* Excellent attention to detail.
* Good written and verbal English.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
* Ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records.
* Strong follow\-up and communication skills.
Highly Preferred
* Experience working in a **construction, contracting, MEP, waterproofing or maintenance company**.
* Knowledge of Qatar business practices and documentation.
* Basic understanding invoices, purchase orders, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
* Previous experience supporting project\-based businesses.
Personal Qualities
We are looking for someone who is:
* **Extremely attentive to detail**
* Organized and systematic
* Reliable and responsible
* Proactive rather than reactive
* Comfortable working with numbers and documentation
* Good at following up
* Fast but accurate
* Able to identify mistakes before they become problems
* Comfortable working with Excel and digital systems
* Able to work independently without constant supervision
* Honest and trustworthy
* Willing to take ownership of administrative responsibilities
**Attention to detail is critical for this position.** Small mistakes in invoices, payment information, procurement records, employee information or financial trackers can create significant problems. The successful candidate must therefore have a strong habit of checking their work before submitting it.
What We Offer
* Full\-time position in a growing construction company.
* Direct exposure to management and company operations.
* Opportunity to take ownership of the company's administration systems.
* Professional working environment.
* Opportunity for growth.
Application Question(s):
* Experience in construction administration mandatory.
* Must be from Philippines.
Language:
* English (Required)
Location:
* Doha (Required)
Work Location: In person