Executive Assistant
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Description We are in search of a proficient Executive Assistant to become an integral part of our team. This role is based in Plano, Texas, United States, and is focused on providing comprehensive support to our CEO. As an Executive Assistant, you will be entrusted with managing the CEO's calendar, coordinating travel arrangements, preparing reports and presentations, and managing internal and external communication.
Responsibilities:
• Provide extensive support to the CEO, acting as the primary point of contact for all matters, while maintaining utmost confidentiality and professionalism
• Ensure efficient management of the CEO’s calendar, prioritizing meetings and aligning them with business objectives
• Handle complex travel coordination, including flight bookings, accommodations, and itineraries, keeping cost-efficiency in mind
• Prepare and compile reports, presentations, and other materials for various meetings, including board and investor presentations
• Act as a gatekeeper, effectively screening calls, emails, and visitors to the CEO's office
• Draft, edit, and proofread correspondence, memos, and other communication on behalf of the CEO
• Manage and coordinate internal and external communication, ensuring all key stakeholders are updated promptly
• Take charge of special projects and initiatives assigned by the CEO, liaising cross-functionally with other departments to achieve goals
• Track progress and follow up on action items from executive meetings and strategy sessions
• Build and maintain positive relationships with internal executives, board members, investors, clients, and other external partners
• Assist in organizing high-level events, including executive offsites, leadership meetings, and industry conferences
• Handle administrative tasks related to the executive office, such as budgeting for executive-related expenses, managing vendor relationships, and processing expense reports. Requirements
+ Minimum of 8 years of experience providing high-level executive support to a C-suite executive in a corporate environment.
+ Expertise in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with the ability to create complex reports, presentations, and spreadsheets.
+ Extensive experience using Concur for expense reporting, travel coordination, and budgeting.
+ Strong organizational and calendar management skills, with the ability to prioritize and schedule meetings efficiently.
+ Experience handling confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of professionalism and discretion.
+ Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to draft and proofread executive correspondence.
+ Proven ability to manage complex travel arrangements, including international itineraries and last-minute changes.
+ Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
+ Ability to liaise with senior executives, board members, and external stakeholders with professionalism and diplomacy.
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