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Executive Assistant Jobs in Elgin, IL at Tighe, Kress & Orr PC

Full Job Description

Tighe, Kress & Orr, PC is seeking an exceptionally bright, multitasking, and motivated individual with a proven history of high performance to support principals of the public accounting firm.

We are looking for someone with superior attention to detail, great organizational skills, and the ability to meet tight deadlines and juggle multiple critical requests. A high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information is critical, and professionalism in dealing with senior professionals inside and outside the company is a must. A good sense of humor is important, as is the ability to be flexible, and to change direction at a moment’s notice. The successful candidate will possess the ability to complete complex tasks and projects quickly with little to no guidance, react with appropriate urgency to situations that require a quick turnaround, be able to take effective action without having to know the total picture, and efficiently and proactively solve difficult or complex problems that affect people within the department or other related groups.

Main responsibilities for this position include:

Managing complex calendars and scheduling requirements

Tracking and helping drive completion of key deliverables and following up on outstanding items

Coordinating travel itineraries

Driving key team activities and group logistics

Managing workspace for the team

Working with clients via phone and in the office

Assembly of client deliverables

Managing Accounts Receivables/applying payments

Basic Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years’ experience assisting at the executive level in a fast-paced environment

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Experience with domestic travel coordination/scheduling

Preferred experience in events coordination

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to handle administrative details independently, while exercising good judgment in keeping team members adequately informed

Ability to utilize sound business judgment

Grace under pressure, and the ability to switch gears at a moment’s notice

Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

Exceptional planning, time management, and organizational skills

Ability to react with appropriate levels of urgency to situations and events that require quick response or turnaround

High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and dealing with professionals inside and outside the company

Positive, proactive, and able to have fun at work and help others do the same . Must be a self-starter with a great personality

Compensation & Benefits:

Salary is negotiable based on experience

Flexible time off policy

Payment for 8 holidays per year

Flexible hours program

Fridays off May 1st – July 31st with 32 hour minimum work weeks

Ability to work 60-70 hours per week during tax season (January 1st- April 15th)

Ability to work Saturdays during tax season (January 1st- filing deadline approximately April 15th)

Office paid lunches in tax season, as scheduled

Retirement plan benefits (after 1 year of service)

Health benefits (available on the date of hire, if requested)

Dental benefits (available on the date of hire, if requested)

Vision benefits (available on the date of hire, if requested)

Life Insurance (available on the date of hire)

Payment for parental leave

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Title: Executive Assistant

Company: Tighe, Kress & Orr PC

Location: Elgin, IL

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