Office Manager
(Customer Service and Bookkeeping)
Join Inquisitive, an innovative EdTech start-up revolutionizing education.
Inquisitive is looking for a dedicated and resourceful Office Administrator to join our dynamic team. If you have exceptional communication skills and thrive in a variety of roles-from customer service and marketing to bookkeeping-we want to hear from you.
About Inquisitive
Inquisitive is a fast-growing EdTech company with a vision for universal access to high-quality learning. With 75% of Australian elementary schools using our platform and expanding into the U.S., we're on a mission to deliver innovative science curricula to PreK-5 classrooms.
About the Role
We seek an experienced, all-rounder Office Administrator to support our U.S. expansion. In this role, you'll collaborate with the CEO (USA) to implement processes that drive our market entry and growth. You'll provide excellent customer service, manage administrative tasks, and assist with marketing and bookkeeping.
This role requires a commitment to working alongside the CEO (USA) in our DuPont Circle office at least three days a week, with flexibility to work from home on other days and to work a few hours into the evening mid-week to connect with Sydney-based teams.
Responsibilities:
- Manage customer service and support inquiries from school and district clients
- Support the CEO with a variety of marketing and administrative tasks.
- Support accounts payable/receivable processes.
- Plan and manage the company's exhibition needs for conferences.
- Maintain relationships with key vendors and suppliers.
- Design and manage filing systems and processes.
- Need to lift and carry boxes up to 25lb comfortably.
Skills & Experience:
- At least 3 years of customer-facing or accounts payable/receivable experience.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
- Advanced proficiency with Google and Microsoft applications.
- Experience with Salesforce and Xero (or similar accounting software) and ability to learn systems quickly.
- A proactive, self-driven approach and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Desire to work in a collaborative, dynamic team.
Desirable:
- Bookkeeping and understanding of accounting practices.
- Bachelors degree or higher.
- Working knowledge of the K-12 school system.
You'll thrive at Inquisitive if you are:
- Passionate about transforming education and making quality learning accessible to all.
- Empathetic and committed to doing right by others.
- A problem-solver who takes ownership and challenges the status quo.
- Enthusiastic about being part of a diverse, down-to-earth team that values learning from one another.
What We Offer:
- Flexible hybrid work environment with remote options and an office in Washington, D.C.
- Competitive salary and benefits (health, dental, and vision).
- Generous leave policies
- Ongoing professional development and opportunities to grow within a vibrant start-up.
- A passionate, purpose-driven team dedicated to making a real-world impact.
Join us and be part of an exciting journey to change the face of education.
HOW TO APPLY
Interested applicants should send a Resume and Cover Letter - outlining how your experience fits the job description and why you wish to work at Inquisitive.
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Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.