Administration Manager (Start-up Operations) - Japanese

Cinter Career

Connersville, Indiana

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Administrative Management, Administrative Skills, Billing, Budget Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Contract Management, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Documentation, English Language, Finance, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Information Technology Consulting, Interpersonal Skills, Japanese Language, Leadership, Legal, Manufacturing, Meeting Minutes, Multitasking, Office Equipment, Office Management, Onboarding, Operational Improvement, Operational Support, Operations Management, Operations Processes, Payment Processing, Performance Metrics, Plan Meetings, Policy Development, Process Development, Process Improvement, Procurement Management, Project/Program Management, Record Keeping, Reimbursement, Reporting Skills, Scalable System Development, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Startup, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Travel Planning, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Connersville, Indiana
POSTED
30+ days ago

︎ Job Details:
• Job Title: Administration Manager
• Client : Japanese Manufacturing
• Working Location: Connersville, IN 47331
• Language: English & Japanese
 
︎ Position Overview: 
The Administration Manager (Start-up Operations) is responsible for leading and managing administrative and operational functions during the company’s growth and start-up phase. This role oversees office administration, HR and recruiting support, vendor management, process development, and day-to-day operational activities. 

︎ Essential Functions:
Oversee and manage all administrative functions across finance, HR, IT, and legal areas
Support employees with day-to-day administrative and operational tasks
Serve as the primary liaison with external professionals including CPAs, attorneys, HR consultants, and IT consultants
Collaborate closely with Japan Administration teams to ensure alignment of company policies, procedures, and operations

Office & General Administration
Manage daily office operations and facilities administration
Oversee procurement and management of office supplies, equipment, and IT assets
Maintain contracts, company records, and internal documentation
Coordinate travel arrangements, visitor support, and company events
Manage relationships with vendors and external service providers

Operations Development & Process Improvement
Develop and improve internal operational processes and workflows
Create and maintain company policies, SOPs, and operational manuall
Support operational efficiency initiatives and cost management
Track KPIs and prepare operational reports
Build scalable administrative systems to support company growth

HR & Recruitment Support
Coordinate recruitment operations and interview scheduling
Manage onboarding and offboarding processes
Maintain employee records, attendance, and benefits administration
Support employee engagement initiatives and internal communications
Assist with HR administrative tasks and compliance

Finance & Accounting Support
Process invoices and employee expense reimbursements
Support payment processing and budget tracking
Coordinate with external accounting firms and financial partners
Assist with monthly financial and operational reporting

Executive & Cross-functional Support
Provide administrative support to executives and leadership team
Organize meetings and prepare meeting minutes
Support special projects and company initiatives
Coordinate cross-functional communication and collaboration

Required Education and Experience:
Experience in administration, operations, HR, or related functions
Experience working in a start-up or high-growth company environment
Strong project management and multitasking skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace
Ability to work independently and proactively

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