Executive Assistant CFO & Sr. Executives
ADTRAN, Huntsville, AL, United States
Executive Assistant
The Executive Assistant is a high-visibility strategic partner who supports the CFO (primarily), the CRO, and other executives in managing the day-to-day administration and operations of the Executive Office. The Executive Assistant also supports and manages all of the CFO's business affairs. Implementing these activities requires diplomatic interaction with company officers, department managers, outside executives, customers, vendors, employees, community leaders, legal counsel, government officials, etc.
The Executive Assistant is a trusted confidante to the executive leaders supported. This position requires intelligence, integrity, diplomacy and common sense. A successful Executive Assistant thrives in a supportive leadership role in a global company and has an understanding and appreciation for cultural nuances. They are organized and highly detail-oriented and enjoy handling administrative tasks. They are an exceptional communicator, problem solver, high performer, and can handle a high volume of work with a sense of urgency, without letting quality slip. They will ensure the CFO's office operations run smoothly and efficiently.
Reporting directly to the CFO, the Executive Assistant provides executive support in a one-on-one working relationship. The Executive Assistant also serves as a liaison to senior management teams; organizes and coordinates executive outreach and external relations efforts and oversees special projects.
The Executive Assistant must be creative and enjoy working within an entrepreneurial environment. The ideal individual will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a diversity of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. This strategic partner provides and leads support to both internal and external parties with a high level of professionalism and in a manner that reflects positively on the organization.
Key Attributes
Problem solver.
Team player.
Responsive.
Organized.
Planner.
Positive minded.
Discrete.
Service focus.
Curious and creative.
Self-motivated.
Business sense.
Assertive.
Growth-minded.
Emotionally intelligent.
Adaptable.
Accessible and flexible.
Professional.
Committed to excellence.
Daily Responsibilities
Scheduling.
Event and meeting planning.
Support.
Preparation.
Reports.
Administration and office management.
Communication.
Gatekeeper.
Serving on behalf.
Contact management.
Technical skills.
Other duties.
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree is required. Equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience in business, accounting, management, sales, or related field is a plus.
5+ years of experience in people management with high levels of problem solving is required.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
A high level of organization.
The Executive Assistant is a high-visibility strategic partner who supports the CFO (primarily), the CRO, and other executives in managing the day-to-day administration and operations of the Executive Office. The Executive Assistant also supports and manages all of the CFO's business affairs. Implementing these activities requires diplomatic interaction with company officers, department managers, outside executives, customers, vendors, employees, community leaders, legal counsel, government officials, etc.
The Executive Assistant is a trusted confidante to the executive leaders supported. This position requires intelligence, integrity, diplomacy and common sense. A successful Executive Assistant thrives in a supportive leadership role in a global company and has an understanding and appreciation for cultural nuances. They are organized and highly detail-oriented and enjoy handling administrative tasks. They are an exceptional communicator, problem solver, high performer, and can handle a high volume of work with a sense of urgency, without letting quality slip. They will ensure the CFO's office operations run smoothly and efficiently.
Reporting directly to the CFO, the Executive Assistant provides executive support in a one-on-one working relationship. The Executive Assistant also serves as a liaison to senior management teams; organizes and coordinates executive outreach and external relations efforts and oversees special projects.
The Executive Assistant must be creative and enjoy working within an entrepreneurial environment. The ideal individual will have the ability to exercise good judgment in a diversity of situations, with strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. This strategic partner provides and leads support to both internal and external parties with a high level of professionalism and in a manner that reflects positively on the organization.
Key Attributes
Problem solver.
Team player.
Responsive.
Organized.
Planner.
Positive minded.
Discrete.
Service focus.
Curious and creative.
Self-motivated.
Business sense.
Assertive.
Growth-minded.
Emotionally intelligent.
Adaptable.
Accessible and flexible.
Professional.
Committed to excellence.
Daily Responsibilities
Scheduling.
Event and meeting planning.
Support.
Preparation.
Reports.
Administration and office management.
Communication.
Gatekeeper.
Serving on behalf.
Contact management.
Technical skills.
Other duties.
Skills and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree is required. Equivalent experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Experience in business, accounting, management, sales, or related field is a plus.
5+ years of experience in people management with high levels of problem solving is required.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
A high level of organization.