Executive Assistant

Join us and make a difference in global investor protection.Who We AreThe Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB), a nonprofit organization established by Congress, oversees the audits of public companies and SEC-registered brokers and dealers to protect investors and to further the public interest in the preparation of independent, accurate, and informative audit reports.Our investor protection mission is focused on modernizing audit standards, enhancing audit inspections, and strengthening enforcement of PCAOB rules and standards and other related laws and rules. People are at the heart of our mission at the PCAOB. As we carry out that mission, we strive to uphold the highest standards in audit quality with investors’ families, savings, and futures in mind.What We OfferAt the PCAOB, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package with a focus on the health and financial well-being of our valued team members. Some of the features of our comprehensive Total Rewards package include:Compensation – We support transparency, equity, and fairness in our compensation programs and provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range, based on data-driven market analysis, for each job posting. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range, a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role in Washington, DC (Headquarters) is $ 77,600 /year - $104,610/year. Team members may also be eligible for performance-based discretionary awards.Work Location – Staff will be assigned to the Washington, DC (Headquarters) office or another office as approved by the PCAOB.Generous paid time off – Up to 6 weeks annually, in addition to 12 federal holidays, and 2 floating holidays and a year-end break December 28 – 31, 2026.Highly competitive 401(k) match and savings options – Immediate vesting and contributions matched dollar for dollar, up to 7 percent of eligible compensation. Roth in-plan conversion available.Comprehensive and competitive health benefit offerings – Medical, dental, and vision plansSupportive paid family leave benefits – Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave and up to 16 weeks paid caregiver leaveLife insurance benefits – Basic life and AD&D insurance provided; supplemental insurance also availableEducation benefits – PCAOB staff qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. We also offer student loan repayment assistance, staff college tuition assistance, and college coach program support.Well-being and family resources – Mental health and well-being resources, paid volunteer time, emergency child/adult dependent back-up care services, family-forming assistance, discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program (EAP), health advocate program, and moreCommuter benefits – Tax-free employer subsidy and pretax employee deductionsPosition SummaryThe PCAOB has a full-time position for an Executive Assistant at its Washington, DC headquarters in support of a Board Member and/or the Chairman and their staff. The Executive Assistant is responsible for providing high-level administrative and operational support and maintaining the offices of the Board Member’s and/or the Chairman’s group. This role requires a seasoned professional who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment and has the ability to plan, organize work, and develop procedures to meet the unique requirements of an executive Office. The Executive Assistant manages a broad range of executive-level responsibilities, including scheduling, correspondence, stakeholder engagement, and logistical coordination.ResponsibilitiesManage and maintain complex calendars, ensuring strategic prioritization of meetings, conferences, travel, commitments, and deliverables.Serve as primary liaison for the Board Members and their staff.Drafts correspondence for Board member review and approval.Coordinates executive communication, including calls, responding to email and interfacing with constituents and stakeholders at all levels.Coordinates and plans for Board members, meetings and events with global senior leaders, including, but not limited to: preparing all meeting logistics; maintaining and tracking internal and external correspondence, travel, and preferences; event management, including evaluating site options and ensuring appropriate security, technology, and other technical support; and ensuring appropriate food and beverage arrangements and onsite support consistent with organizational policies.Prepares internal and external Board documents and correspondence.Conserves Board Members’ time by reading, researching, and routing correspondence; drafting letters and documents; collecting and analyzing information; initiating telecommunications.Acts as the point of contact between the Board Members and internal/external stakeholders.Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on project to successful completion often with deadline pressure.Edits and completes first drafts for written communications to internal and external stakeholders.Works closely and effectively with each Board Member to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately. Acts as a \"barometer,\" having a sense for the issues taking place in the environment and keeping the Board Members updated.QualificationsMinimum of 5+ years of experience in an executive level administrative role, with 7-10+ years of experience preferredUphold a strict level of discretion and confidentiality.Highly motivated professional capable of managing their workload while prioritizing and managing competing priorities.Sets and maintains a professional example at all times.Strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills with impeccable multi-tasking abilities.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Copilot, Word, Excel (including PivotTables and VLOOKUP), PowerPoint, and Outlook.Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.Ability to organize and manage large amounts of data, files, tasks, schedules, and information.Ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.Excellent oral and written communication skills (typing, grammar, spelling, punctuation, proofreading skills, etc.).Equal Employment OpportunityAll PCAOB employees are entitled to equal opportunity and a professional work environment, free of discrimination and harassment. A workplace free of discrimination and harassment is fundamental to professional success and to the PCAOB's mission. The PCAOB will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr