Executive Assistant

3 weeks ago


Halifax NS, Canada Accountant Staffing Full time

Job Description

Our dynamic post-secondary institution client is seeking an Executive Assistant to provide direct support to the Chief Financial Officer & Human Resources Director. This exciting opportunity, based in Halifax, NS, offers a chance to work on contract and play a pivotal role in schedule coordination while bringing strong organizational and relationship-building skills to a team dedicated to fostering innovation, critical thinking, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities for the Job:

  • Coordinate the CFOs calendar
  • Assist in organizing various committee meetings
  • Sending meeting invites and agendas
  • Attend meetings while recording minutes and distribute efficiently
  • Review and redirect priority emails and messages
  • General administrative and HR support as needed
  • Other duties as required
Experience & Attributes for Success:
  • Post-secondary education in office administration
  • 3+ years of administrative support experience, ideally providing C-suite support
  • Driven and dedicated work ethic, delivering high standards of quality work
  • Strong time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and adapt
  • Independent self-starter with a keen attention to detail
  • Organized and efficient work ethic with the ability to work in a busy environment
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with others
Administrative Staffing is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We believe that it is essential for workforces to reflect the communities they serve, where everyone feels included and valued. We promote environments that value and respect all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, or any other personal characteristic.

We encourage applications from underrepresented groups including African Canadians, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Racially Visible Persons, Women, Persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons.

Self-identification is encouraged but not required during the application process and accommodations can be requested during the recruitment process. If accommodations are needed during the assessment process, such as an interview or testing, please let us know and we will make arrangements to meet your needs.

If interested in this opportunity, please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.

To learn more about similar opportunities, the local job market, or to discuss your career interests, please contact Sasha Diakonova, Recruitment Consultant at .

Accountant Staffing is Atlantic Canadas only specialist recruitment firm focusing exclusively on the placement of accounting and finance professionals. Organizations use the services of Accountant Staffing to fill a variety of roles from Junior Accountant to Chief Financial Officer. For more information about Accountant Staffing or to view additional positions, please visit our website at . #J-18808-Ljbffr
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