Administrative Assistant

Talascend is currently seeking an
Executive Assistant for a contract to hire opportunity in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Schedule meetings and maintain
Executives calendar with the ability to independently decide what is scheduled,
and when, based on priorities

Coordinate travel arrangements
(domestic and international) and prepare itineraries with the ability to
anticipate potential travel obstacles

Prepare and submit expense reports

Create professional presentations
and documents using Microsoft Office products

Document management for Tax and Treasury
functions, including preparation of Board meeting materials, facilitate
contract and agreement signings and records retention

Screen e-mail messages and telephone
calls; judge appropriately when and how to respond

Compose professional correspondences

Coordinate key events; assist with
planning

Work on ad hoc assignments as needed

Provide back-up support for other
functions when required

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelors degree preferred. High school diploma required.

6+ years of experience.

Superior Organizational skills

Must have solid computer skills including Word and PowerPoint

Able to meet tight deadlines

Exceptional communication skills

Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines

Results-oriented

Ability to recognize and maintain the confidentiality of work materials, and work with sensitive information

Willingness to take initiative and ownership of projects, as needed, proactive attitude

Experience using Microsoft Office Products, proficient in utilization of various internet tools Individual does not have to have past tax or treasury experience.

Previous financial department or legal department would work.