Administrative Assistant

Augustana Apartments of Fergus Falls and Cardinal Homes arehiring an Administrative Assistant to join our team! If you're looking for a supportive team and a place to grow your career, this is your opportunity.
Augustana Apartments of Fergus Falls and Cardinal Homes is a welcoming community where your skills are valued and your dedication to excellent care makes an impact.

As our Administrative Assistant
, you will support essential payroll, benefits, resident billing, and business office functions. Every day, you will assist with payroll and employee records, process benefit requests, maintain resident billing information, respond to resident and family billing questions, and help ensure administrative tasks are completed accurately and on time. To be successful, you must be organized, detail-oriented, able to maintain confidentiality, communicate effectively, and work comfortably with computer systems and office software.

Position Type: Full-Time, benefits eligible position

Wage Range: $20 - $22 / hour depending on experience

Augustana Apartments: 308 S Mill Street, Fergus Falls, Minnesota 56537
Cardinal Homes: 1110 Springen Ave, Fergus Falls, MN 56537

• Answer phones and provide a welcoming experience to residents, families, visitors, and staff.
• Assist with routine administrative and business office functions.
• Support biweekly payroll and maintain accurate employee information and files.
• Process benefit requests and provide employees with accurate benefit information.
• Assist with new employee orientation related to payroll and benefits.
• Assist with employee reports, unemployment claims, workers' compensation paperwork, and the hiring process as needed.
• Complete routine accounts payable, resident billing, collections, cash receipts, and bank deposit functions.
• Enter and maintain accurate resident billing information.
• Review account balances for accuracy and collectability.
• Respond to resident and family questions regarding billing and insurance.
• Maintain resident personal fund accounts as requested.
• Coordinate with the corporate office regarding data processing questions and issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school education required.
• Accounting and/or payroll/benefits experience required.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to perform work accurately and in an orderly manner.
• Proficiency with computers, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Ability to learn and use payroll, billing, and related software systems.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to work effectively with residents, families, employees, and other personnel.

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
• Employee Discount Program
• Pet Insurance

Join our compassionate team! Here at Augustana Apartments of Fergus Falls and Cardinal Homes
, we are one big family. Teamwork and respect are very important to us. We are passionate about what we do and enjoy serving others. Our staff and residents love walking our beautiful and peaceful grounds. Many people take advantage of our walking paths that border landscaped grounds and a sparkling pond. As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care.

Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference! To learn more, visit our website: https://www.fergusfallscampus.org/

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.