Executive Assistant to the VP of Finance / CFO
- Employer
- University of Bridgeport
- Location
- Connecticut, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Feb 16, 2022
View more
- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Business & Management, Accounting & Finance, Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Business & Administrative Support, Financial Affairs, Chief Business Officers & Vice Presidents, Executive, Other Executive
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
You need to sign in or create an account to save a job.
Responsible for a broad range of duties in support of the responsibilities and duties of the Finance Division. Assistant will aid the Vice President to plan, organize and coordinate the day-to-day financial operations of the Finance Division, under his general guidance. Job functions will include, and are not limited to:
- Serve as the initial contact/screen for the Office of the Vice President of Finance.
- Assist in performing administrative functions necessary for the daily operation of the division; includes all departments within the Division of Finance.
- Maintain the Vice President's schedule and calendar, including all appointments and travel needs.
- Oversee and coordinate all insurance coverage for the University with our Goodwin University partners; Certificates of Insurance, Liability Forms, Renewals, Claim Reporting, etc.
- Working with the Facilities Department, maintain annual files of Certificates of Insurance for contractors working on University property. Review incoming certificates to ensure coverage meets our minimum requirements.
- Manage University credit cards. Distribute cards, maintain records of credit cards in service, and cancel cards that are no longer required.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the all levels of staff, faculty, President, Cabinet, Board of Trustees Finance Committee members, auditors, agency representatives and the general public.
- Serve as clerk for the Board of Trustees Finance Committee. Schedule meetings and take minutes. Distribute minutes for approval by the committee members.
- Other duties as assigned
- Ability to work independently, with guidance from the Vice President.
- May serve as the VP’s representative at meetings and express the executive’s viewpoints at such meetings.
- Perform related duties as necessary to support the University of Bridgeport mission.
- This position requires an understanding of the University's policies and procedures.
- Must be able to interact tactfully with internal & external constituencies.
- Must be able to maintain the highest levels of discretion and confidentiality.
- Bachelor degree.
- Basic knowledge of accounting and financial planning
- Five years’ experience in an administrative capacity dealing with sensitive and critical data and information flow and supporting senior level management.
- Requires strong computer skills (Microsoft Suite) and internet research skills.
- Must possess strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively in person and in writing.
- Must be able to interact effectively with multiple constituencies.
- Ability to perform job duties with speed and accuracy with minimal supervision.
- Strong organizational skills to include the ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously (multi-tasking), prioritize tasks, and complete assignments within expected time frames
- Ability to work under pressure and maintain a pleasant and professional attitude.
- Must be goal oriented and a proponent of teamwork.
- Good organization and analytical skills.
- Must be able to meet deadlines regardless of time constraints.
- Ability to perform or supervise the performance of a variety of projects, receive unexpected top priority assignments and solve interpersonal or procedural problems simultaneously amidst frequent interruptions.
- Ability to resolve complex problems, which require the evaluation of alternative methods or solutions.
- Must be able to take initiative and have strong follow up skills.
- Ability to solicit cooperation from persons and departments throughout the University.
You need to sign in or create an account to save a job.
Get job alerts
Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox.
Create alert