Administrative Manager

Boise Cascade Company•Idaho Falls, ID

8h•$65,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Boise Cascade has been in the business of distributing building materials and manufacturing wood products for decades. We are one of the largest producers of engineered wood products and plywood in North America and a leading U.S. wholesale distributor of building materials. Because our business is built on relationships, our associates are critical to our success. We are committed to investing in them and that is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to have a positive impact on all areas on your life – from health and well-being, career, and community, to financial security and personal safety, with many benefits beginning on your first day of employment. Boise Cascade has an exciting opening for an Administrative Manager! Please review the responsibilities and needed qualifications below and apply today! Position Summary: The Administrative Manager leads the administrative, accounting, and operational support functions for a single distribution branch. This role directly supervises accounting technicians, administrative staff, and an inventory control specialist, and serves as the branch's primary point of contact for human resources administration, timekeeping, and systems communication. Working in close partnership with the Branch Manager and regional and corporate support functions, the Location Office Manager ensures branch operations are accurate, efficient, and aligned with company standards. This is a hands-on leadership role well suited for someone equally comfortable managing transactional accounting processes, developing their team, and navigating the day-to-day people and administrative needs of a busy distribution environment.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and directly relevant experience
3–5 years of progressive experience in accounting, office administration, or branch operations; distribution, building materials, or wholesale experience preferred
Prior experience supervising or leading a small team
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ERP or branch accounting systems
Working knowledge of timekeeping, payroll coordination, and HR administrative processes including leave management
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced branch environment
Professional communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with regional and corporate support teams

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, or a related field
Experience in distribution, wholesale, or building products industries
Familiarity with Agility ERP system
Knowledge of FMLA, state leave regulations, and workers' compensation documentation

Responsibilities

Oversees day-to-day transactional accounting functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, invoicing, receiving, and general ledger entries
Coordinates month-end closing activities and ensures accurate, timely submissions to the division accounting team
Serves as the branch-level point of contact for questions and issue resolution with division accounting and payables platforms
Monitors branch compliance with company financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
Reconciles branch-level discrepancies and escalates issues to regional division accounting as appropriate
Partners with the inventory control specialist and product managers to conduct periodic physical inventory counts and reconciliations
Maintains appropriate separation of duties between accounting oversight and warehouse/operations functions
Reviews and resolves inventory discrepancies in coordination with the operations team
Directly supervises accounting technicians, administrative support staff, and the inventory control specialist; team size typically ranges from 1 to 5 direct reports based on branch size
Provides day-to-day direction, workload coordination, coaching, and performance feedback
Partners with the Branch Manager and Regional HR Business Partner on performance management, corrective action, and team development
Cultivates a team environment that is accountable, collaborative, and focused on continuous improvement
Functions as the on-site HR representative in partnership with the Regional HR Business Partner
Manages timekeeping records and submits accurate data to the corporate payroll team for processing
Coordinates new-hire onboarding, employee orientations, benefits enrollment support, and termination documentation
Supports the local recruiting process by scheduling interviews, collecting pre-employment documentation, and facilitating onboarding steps
Serves as a witness and provides documented support during employee relations discussions, investigations, or disciplinary processes as directed by regional HR
Maintains working knowledge of FMLA, applicable state leave laws, workers' compensation reporting requirements, and EEO/AAP obligations; manages required documentation and escalates complex matters to regional HR
Serves as the branch point of contact for corporate and division IT; communicates system status, outages, and resolution updates to branch staff
Performs basic on-site technology support including equipment connections, peripheral troubleshooting, and user assistance; escalates issues to division IT promptly
Functions as the branch subject matter expert for the branch ERP system, supporting staff with navigation, data entry accuracy, and basic troubleshooting
Manages general administrative operations of the branch location
Coordinates procurement of office equipment, supplies, and local services outside of corporate or division purchasing programs
Provides administrative and logistical support for branch events, sales promotions, and open houses
Completes special projects and ad hoc reporting as assigned by branch or regional leadership
Acts as a daily resource between sales, operations, and accounting to resolve workflow questions and keep branch activity moving efficiently
Demonstrates consistent commitment to process improvement, customer responsiveness, and adaptability to organizational change