# Administrative & Bookkeeping Assistant > Pavago · Mexico (Remote) · — · Posted 2026-05-08 **Workplace:** remote **Department:** Candidate Sourcing ## Description ### **Job Title: Admin Assistant (Bookkeeping & Inventory Management)** **Position Type:** Full-Time, Remote **Working Hours:** U.S. Business Hours ### **About the Role** We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and proactive Admin Assistant to support the financial and operational backbone of a creative, service-driven business. This role plays a critical part in maintaining accuracy across bookkeeping, payroll, inventory tracking, and vendor management while ensuring day-to-day operations remain organized, efficient, and reliable. This is a hands-on, execution-focused role ideal for someone who enjoys working with systems, numbers, documentation, and operational processes. The ideal candidate is highly organized, dependable, and capable of independently managing multiple responsibilities in a remote environment. You will help create operational clarity by ensuring financial records, inventory systems, vendor relationships, and reporting processes are consistently maintained with precision and professionalism. ### **Responsibilities** ### **Bookkeeping & Financial Operations** • Manage daily bookkeeping activities and maintain organized, accurate financial records • Process invoices, expenses, reconciliations, and transaction tracking • Support payroll calculations and ensure timely and accurate payment processing • Prepare and organize required financial and tax documentation • Assist in maintaining compliance with financial processes and reporting standards • Support implementation and optimization of accounting systems and workflows • Maintain organized digital records for financial reporting and audit readiness ### **Inventory Management** • Monitor inventory levels, stock movement, and usage trends • Coordinate inventory ordering and restocking processes • Maintain accurate inventory tracking systems and documentation • Identify shortages, overstocking, or inefficiencies and proactively recommend solutions • Generate inventory reports and cost tracking summaries as needed ### **Vendor & Expense Management** • Build and maintain professional vendor relationships • Track vendor invoices, contracts, payment schedules, and obligations • Execute expense management and vendor optimization initiatives • Coordinate vendor communications regarding orders, billing, or service issues • Support cost control and operational efficiency efforts ### **Administrative & Operational Support** • Maintain organized documentation across bookkeeping, inventory, and vendor systems • Create and update spreadsheets, trackers, and operational reports • Support internal process consistency and administrative workflows • Ensure data accuracy across reports, systems, and operational records • Assist leadership with administrative and operational support tasks as needed ### **What Makes You a Strong Fit** • Highly detail-oriented with strong accuracy and organizational discipline • Reliable, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a remote environment • Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities calmly • Enjoys creating structure, maintaining systems, and improving operational processes • Communicates professionally and effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders • Process-driven with strong ownership and follow-through ### **Required Experience & Skills** • Proven experience in bookkeeping, accounting support, or financial administration • Hands-on experience with inventory management and vendor coordination • Strong proficiency with QuickBooks, Square, or similar accounting/payment systems • Advanced Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets skills for reporting, analysis, and tracking • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong organizational and time-management abilities • Ability to prioritize tasks and manage workflows independently ### **Preferred Experience & Tools** • Previous experience supporting small businesses, creative agencies, or service-based businesses • Familiarity with U.S. small business tax processes and compliance requirements • Experience with inventory management systems and operational reporting • Exposure to payroll processing and vendor contract management • Experience creating operational SOPs or process documentation ### **Education** • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred • Relevant certifications or bookkeeping/accounting training are a plus ### **What Does a Typical Day Look Like?** An Admin Assistant in this role focuses on maintaining operational accuracy and supporting efficient business workflows. You will: • Manage and reconcile financial transactions and bookkeeping records • Process payroll-related tasks and maintain compliance documentation • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate restocking activities • Communicate with vendors and manage payment tracking • Update spreadsheets, reports, and operational documentation • Support process organization and improve administrative efficiency In essence: you ensure financial accuracy, operational consistency, and organized systems that help the business run smoothly every day. ### **Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)** • Accuracy and timeliness of bookkeeping and payroll processing • Inventory accuracy and stock availability • Vendor performance and expense optimization • Compliance with reporting and documentation requirements • Organization and reliability of operational systems and records • Timely completion of administrative and financial workflows ### **Interview Process** • Initial Phone Screen • Video Interview with Recruiter • Practical Assessment (Bookkeeping or Inventory Management Scenario) • Final Interview • Offer & Background Verification #Bookkeeping #AdminAssistant #InventoryManagement #OperationsSupport #QuickBooks #RemoteWork #FinancialOperations #VendorManagement #AccountingSupport #BusinessOperations #AdministrativeSupport #Payroll #Excel #SmallBusinessOperations ## Apply [Apply at Pavago](https://apply.workable.com/pavago/j/39D429D11D/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)