Executive Assistant

Executive Assistant / Tax Project Administrator  Support Senior Finance Leadership in a High-Impact Role
We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant / Tax Project Administrator to provide dedicated support to senior finance leadership, including the Senior Vice President & Corporate Controller and Senior Vice President of Tax. This role is ideal for a highly organized professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at managing complex priorities, and enjoys serving as a trusted partner to executive leadership.

As a key member of the finance organization, you will provide executive-level administrative support while coordinating operational activities across the Controller's Office and Tax teams.
Key Responsibilities Executive Support & Calendar Management

• Manage complex executive calendars, scheduling, and correspondence for senior finance leadership.
• Coordinate meetings across multiple time zones and prioritize competing requests.
• Serve as a trusted gatekeeper by managing executive access, communications, and scheduling priorities.
• Anticipate leadership needs and proactively address business requirements.
• Exercise sound judgment when handling confidential, sensitive, and time-critical matters.

Administrative Operations

• Provide comprehensive administrative support, including:
  • Travel coordination and arrangements
  • Expense report processing
  • Maintaining contact lists
  • Managing vendor invoices
  • Coordinating IT desktop support issues
  • Preparing correspondence and communications
• Create and format complex reports, presentations, documents, and meeting materials.
• Collect, organize, and prepare information for internal and external meetings.
• Manage departmental office operations, including meeting room scheduling, correspondence management, and office supply replenishment.

Finance & Tax Department Support

• Support finance leadership meetings, Audit Committee meetings, and CFO-related activities by coordinating agendas and distributing materials.
• Assist with data collection projects involving global finance teams and organize information received from multiple stakeholders.
• Support communications with tax authorities regarding notices and inquiries.
• Provide operational support for the tax department, including:
  • Vendor setup
  • Purchase order administration
  • Invoice review and approval coordination
  • Budget tracking
  • Documentation and record management
• Assist in preparing presentations, meeting agendas, and supporting materials for departmental initiatives.

Project Coordination

• Manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Support departmental activities during financial close processes.
• Coordinate special projects and ad hoc requests from executive leadership.
• Collaborate effectively with executive assistants, finance teams, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Provide logistical support, including coordinating staff meals and meeting-related needs when required.

Required Qualifications Experience

• 7+ years of administrative experience supporting senior executives.
• Experience supporting leadership teams in complex corporate environments.
• Experience working with domestic and international teams across multiple time zones preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.

Technical Skills

• Expert-level proficiency with:
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Professional Skills

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and complex schedules efficiently.
• Proven ability to handle high volumes of work with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to respond with urgency when necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships at all organizational levels.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently and within a team environment.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity when interacting with employees, executives, visitors, and external partners.
• Ability to anticipate needs and think ahead to support executive success.
• Commitment to continuous learning, professional growth, and taking on increasing levels of responsibility.

Work Environment
This contract position supports senior finance leadership in a dynamic, fast-paced business environment. Flexibility to occasionally work extended hours or adjust schedules to meet business needs may be required. Successful candidates will demonstrate adaptability, professionalism, and a strong commitment to supporting executive and departmental objectives.

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