Receptionist, Administrative​/Clerical

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The receptionist will serve as the first point of contact for clients, both on the phone and in person. The role involves answering phones, transferring calls to appropriate parties, and managing an average of 20-30 incoming calls a day. Daily use of Outlook and Word is required, along with assisting with routine clerical duties such as scanning and filing. The position may also involve occasional help with reporting, primarily through Excel.

• Serve as the first point of contact for clients both on the phone and in person.
• Answer phones and transfer calls to appropriate parties.
• Manage an average of 20-30 incoming calls a day.
• Use Outlook and Word daily.
• Assist with routine clerical duties, such as scanning and filing.
• Occasionally assist with reporting, primarily using Excel.

• Customer support
• Microsoft Excel
• Data entry
• Administrative support
• Front desk
• Clerical

• High School Diploma
• 3-5 years of experience preferred
• Experience with in a professional office setting preferred

The role is based in an open office environment with client contact, which is fast‑paced with reasonable noise levels. On‑site attendance is required, with sporadic short‑term remote work available upon request and supervisor approval, typically during inclement weather, car trouble, home repairs, etc.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Des Moines, IA.

The pay range for this position is $21.00 - $23.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
• Workplace Type: fully onsite position in Des Moines, IA
• Final date to receive applications:
  This position is anticipated to close on Jan 20, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence.

With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarter for other accommodation options.

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