Accounting Administrative Assistant

Staff Accounting Assistant (Administrative)This position will provide administrative support to the Finance & Corporate Planning team and will be filled at a non-exempt 4 - 7. The ideal candidate will be motivational, engaging, supportive, proactive, efficient, and capable of maintaining confidentiality while supporting the department's daily operations.Job Duties and Responsibilities:Provide direct administrative support to all financial coworkers in a manner that encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membersScheduling work and activities - scheduling events, meetings, programs, and activities.Establishing and maintaining positive, collaborative relationships with each team member.Assists leadership and Employee Engagement team in aligning the department's mission and goalsFostering a positive work environment – one that fosters camaraderie, encourages collaboration while providing comprehensive office and administrative support to the Financial Budgeting team of approximately 60 people.Help create engaging employee team buildings, wellness programs focused on healthy lifestyles.Continually assesses the needs and interests of all employees.Create team meetings and events flyers.Perform administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.Key Responsibilities:Providing office assistance and support including but not limited to:Schedule meetings, process expense reports, coordinate travel arrangements, team buildings and wellness initiatives for department staff.Coordinate logistics for employee appreciation, training, events, meetings, programs, and activities, ordering meals, beverages, supplies, etc.Ensure audio and visual systems are set up and ready for the meetings, problem-solving,Welcoming guests, meeting and events set-up, order meals and confirming/contacting attendees/speakersReserve meeting space on and off site.Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and follow up on action items.Handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence, directing them to the appropriate team members.Manage office supplies and ensure the department is well-equipped.Support the team with data entry, analysis, and reporting tasks as needed.Perform other administrative duties assigned to support the efficient operation of the department.Job RequirementsEducation:High School diploma is requiredAssociate degree is requiredBachelor's degree preferredExperience:Strong written, oral and motivational communication.Proven ability to build rapport with ease and to work collaboratively with team and individuals.Organizing, planning and prioritizing work. Strong ability to work independently and within a collaborative and positive team environment.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and familiarity with accounting software.Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.Facilitating and coordinating team events and meetings.Attention to detail and accuracy in work.Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.Behaviors:Positive and open dispositionExemplifies Our ValuesDependable – meets established deadlines, follows through on commitmentsTeam Focused and Supportive – solve problem in a positive and effective mannerPossesses effective listening skillsDisplays a positive attitudeEffectively engages and interacts with team membersAble to organize and prioritizeAbility to work with minimal supervisionOtherCandidates will receive an email invitation to complete the SHL assessment. Those who successfully pass will be invited to complete the Skill Check assessment as the next step in the process.