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BDO USA

Executive Assistant

BDO USA, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Job Description An Executive Assistant is charged with providing high level, complex and confidential administrative support to assigned firm executives (e.g., CEO, CFO, COO) by using administrative systems, procedures and policies and monitoring and completing various administrative projects. This position requires providing support outside of standard business hours.

Job Summary This is a variable hybrid role that may require occasional travel and on-site support, based on the executive and/or office needs.

Job Duties

Manages complex calendars, schedules meetings, and coordinates travel arrangements for executives

Prepares, edits, and distributes correspondence, reports, and presentations

Organizes and maintains confidential files and records

Coordinates logistics for meetings, events, and conference calls, including agenda preparation and minute‑taking

Screens and directs incoming calls, emails, and visitors

Liaises with internal and external stakeholders on behalf of executives

Assists with expense reporting and invoice processing

Supports special projects and initiatives as assigned

Provides general office administrative support to a BDO office, as needed

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent, required

Bachelor's degree, preferred

Experience

Five (5) or more years of administrative experience supporting organizational leadership or executives, required

Professional services administrative experience, preferred

Software

Advanced level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, required

PeopleSoft, Oracle, or comparable enterprise resource planning (ERP) software experience, preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Ability to work in a deadline‑driven environment and handle multiple projects / tasks with attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills including superior grammar, spelling, and punctuation that enable the incumbent to work with top level management and other executive level clients

Possesses superior customer service skills

Displays independent judgment, finesse and diplomacy in all situations

Consistently seeks to improve processes

Excellent organizational skills

Detail oriented, and capable of efficient and effective multi‑tasking

Capable of managing highly confidential information

Ability to work well with all levels of management as well as outside external clients

Ability to perform as a team player who is willing to help out as needed

Compensation Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography. Illinois Range: $48.08/hr – $57.70/hr NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $48.08/hr – $57.70/hr

About Us Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities.

Benefits

Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients

Empowering team members to explore their full potential

Our talented team brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and opportunities

Celebrating ingenuity and innovation to transform our business and help our clients transform theirs

Focus on resilience and sustainability to positively impact our people, clients, and communities

BDO Total Rewards that encompass so much more than traditional “benefits.”

Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. BDO USA, P.A. is an EO employer M/F/Veteran/Disability

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