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Office Administrator

Office Administrator

Avalo, Inc.Durham, NC, US
3 days ago
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  • Full-time
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Job description

Office Administrator Location :

  • On-site in Durham, NC (RTP area) Company : Avalo Compensation : $50 - $65k annually + full benefits, PTO, retirement About Avalo At Avalo, we’re reinventing crop development to build a climate-resilient, equitable, and sustainable future for agriculture.
  • Our mission is to accelerate crop evolution using AI and evolutionary biology—cutting development time from decades to just a few years while dramatically reducing environmental impact.
  • From low-input cotton to sugarcane, we work with nature’s complexity, not against it, to deliver high-performance crops without harmful externalities.
  • Join us in transforming agriculture from the seed up.

About this opportunity :

  • We’re seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive Office Administrator to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of Avalo’s Durham office.
  • This role is central to maintaining day-to-day administrative excellence, supporting financial workflows, coordinating vendors, and reinforcing our collaborative culture.
  • The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-moving startup environment, demonstrate exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, and play a key role in supporting operational accuracy, compliance, and team success across the company.   Key Responsibilities :

  • Financial & Administrative Support Support vendor setup, W-9 collection, invoice routing, and payment documentation.
  • Assist with credit card reconciliation by collecting receipts and verifying coding.
  • Maintain organized financial and administrative records to ensure audit readiness.
  • Office & Facilities Management Oversee daily office operations, vendor coordination, and supply inventory.
  • Manage shipping and receiving for materials, equipment, and samples.
  • Assist with safety documentation, required trainings, and compliance recordkeeping.
  • Serve as the first point of contact for employees and guests, maintaining a welcoming environment.
  • Contribute to company culture initiatives and cross-team collaboration.
  • Coordinate onsite meetings, catering, office meals, and general logistics.
  • Travel & Coordination Arrange domestic and international travel; track expenses and documentation.
  • Maintain administrative trackers, shared files, and compliance documentation.
  • Support planning and logistics for company-wide meetings and events.
  • HR & Onboarding Support Assist with interview scheduling, candidate communication, and reference checks.
  • Coordinate new-hire onboarding, workspace setup, and documentation tracking.
  • Support team events and internal communications initiatives.
  • Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field OR equivalent professional experience in office administration, bookkeeping, or operations. 3–5 years of experience in office administration, financial coordination, or similar support roles.
  • Experience supporting financial processes (vendor documentation, invoice routing, expense tracking) preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and shifting tasks.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial or personnel information.
  • Experience coordinating interviews, onboarding logistics, or HR administration is a plus.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft and Google applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Workspace Familiarity with Bill.com, DocuSign, Adobe Acrobat, Slack, and Canva is helpful.
  • Highly proactive, dependable, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced startup environment.
  • Passion for Avalo’s mission and a collaborative, service-oriented mindset.   Powered by JazzHR
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