Office Clerk

Paducah, KY

Full Time

Entry Level

JOB POSTING
HR Consulting Solutions is an international executive search firm that has been retained by Higdon Furniture to conduct a search for a dedicated Office Clerk. Below is the job description outlining the key expectations of this role. If interested and qualified, we would love for you to apply for the position via Indeed or on our website at https://hrconsulting.llc/careers/.

MEET HIGDON FURNITURE!
Higdon Furniture is a family owned and operated Paducah business that has served families across the four state area of Kentucky, Missouri, Illinois, and Tennessee for decades. Founded in 1970 by Ollie and Maurene Higdon, the company has grown into one of Western Kentucky’s leading home furnishings destinations. Today, customers shop a 45,000 square foot showroom featuring quality furniture, mattresses, and accessories, along with interior design and floor planning assistance and a low price guarantee.

POSITION SUMMARY
Higdon Furniture is seeking a dependable and detail oriented Office Clerk to join their growing team. This is an entry level position ideal for someone who is organized, reliable, and interested in learning office operations in a retail environment. This role supports day to day office functions including customer service and basic accounts receivable tasks and plays an important role in keeping operations running smoothly.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Answer incoming phone calls and assist customers or route calls as needed
Provide friendly and professional customer service at the front counter
Convert quotes to invoices and assist with basic billing tasks
Enter customer payments and assist with financing paperwork
Prepare accurate bank deposits and process daily transactions
File paperwork and maintain organized records
Assist with aging reports and ensure sales documentation is complete
Check in delivery drivers and process payments collected on deliveries
Perform general office support duties as needed
Other related duties as necessary or assigned

MINIMUM SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or equivalent
Previous administrative and customer service experience preferred
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Reliable attendance and punctuality
Well organized and able to manage routine tasks
Professional appearance and demeanor
Ability to learn new systems and processes
Must be comfortable working Saturdays and some holidays
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to/from the office
Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and a thorough criminal background check

WORK SCHEDULE

Tuesday through Saturday (Weekday hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; Saturday hours are 9:30 am to 5:00 pm)
Some holiday work may be required

WHAT WE OFFER YOU
Higdon Furniture offers a benefits package designed to support long term employees.

After 90 days of employment, employees receive six (6) personal days and are eligible to enroll in supplemental insurance options including dental, vision, life, cancer, short term, and long term coverage through Aflac.
Higdon Furniture provides company paid life insurance coverage in the amount of $10,000, with the option to purchase additional coverage.
After a year of employment, employees earn one (1) week of paid vacation, are eligible for paid holidays, and may participate in the company’s 401k plan with a 3% employer match.
Employees also enjoy a supportive, family oriented work environment with opportunities for growth and advancement.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. Our company is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, providing everyone with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions within our organization are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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This position follows a Tuesday through Saturday schedule, with weekday hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday hours of 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. Once trained, you will not have to work every single Saturday. Instead, you will rotate Saturdays. Are you able to work this schedule consistently?*

This role requires working some Saturdays and some occasional holidays based on business needs. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?*

The starting pay for this position is $15 per hour. After 90 days, employees are eligible for a $1 per hour merit increase based on performance. Does this compensation structure meet your current pay expectations?*

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