Administrative Coordinator

Sonoco • Newport, TN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Coordinator to join our team. This full-time, in-office role will report directly to the Office Manager and provide essential support across several key areas, including financial accounting, purchasing, timekeeping, and general administrative functions.

Requirements

• Proven experience in an administrative, accounting, or office support role
• Familiarity with accounting systems, purchasing workflows, and timekeeping processes preferred
• High School degree required, accounting degree preferred or equivalent experience
• Experience with incentive pay calculations and inventory tracking is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel, Outlook, and Word)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism

Responsibilities

• Assist with financial accounting tasks, including invoice processing, data entry, and reconciliations.
• Support purchasing activities and vendor productivity opportunities, including placing orders, managing vendor communications and supply improvement opportunities, managing and maintaining purchasing records and data.
• Take, reconcile, and enter inventory counts on a scheduled basis.
• Complete assigned tasks related to month-end close processes accurately and on time.
• Maintain organized records and assist in document management for audits and reporting.
• Perform general office duties such as filing, scheduling, and correspondence.
• Support payroll timekeeping and payroll duties in addition to weekly incentive pay calculations, ensuring accurate and timely reporting.
• Owning employee engagement and community outreach programs on-site and in local communities.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Participate in Sonoco Performance System initiatives and assist in plant productivity improvements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services
• Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family
• Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED