Monday, February 8, 2010

Administrative Assistant (part-time), Edge Associates - Pittsburgh, PA

Posted: 2/8/10

Edge Associates is looking for a skilled Administrative Assistant who has the drive and energy to handle multiple office tasks in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.

Edge Associates is a diverse training, consulting and coaching group based in the East End of Pittsburgh. Edge specializes in helping organizations, businesses and individuals as they navigate the process of change.

The Administrative Assistant will report to and work closely with the President of Edge Associates. Major responsibilities include:

Maintain clear, systematic and reliable filing of all project, personnel and office files
Facilitate and monitor purchase and maintenance of office equipment, services and supplies
Serve as liaison to insurance, benefits, payroll, and other contractors and vendors
Manage and support incoming and outgoing communication
Make and monitor travel arrangements
Process and manage accounts payable, receivables, expense reporting, invoicing, banking and reporting
Work with accountants to facilitate timely and accurate tax filings
Provide typing and technical assistance with preparation of emails, proposals, presentations, reports and other written product
Work closely with the President on scheduling and tracking projects
Represent Edge Associates to clients, colleagues, and vendors in an informed, professional and courteous manner
Plan, coordinate and execute meetings and other events as need

JOB REQUIREMENTS :

Three years minimum experience in an administrative support position and at least a two-year degree in business or a related area
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Quickbooks; facility in use of the Internet for research and marketing purposes; familiarity with local area networks; experience with web design or maintenance a plus
Organization, accuracy and thoroughness with detailed work.
Pleasant, energetic personality with a strong sense of teamwork
Ability to work with a minimum of supervision in a fast-paced environment
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Typing, editing and proofreading skills, including spelling, punctuation and grammar
Good with numbers
Maturity, reliability, honesty, and discretion in dealing with confidential financial records and client information

Hours are part-time, approximately 25 hours/week. Schedule is flexible, but must be coordinated with the needs of the office. The position is paid on an hourly basis at a rate commensurate with ability and experience.

TO APPLY: Send a resume and cover letter detailing relevant experience and compensation expectations to hr@edge4execs.com.

Please mention that you heard about this opportunity from Dewey & Kaye Jobs Watch in your cover letter when applying for this position.

The Dewey & Kaye division of McCrory & McDowell LLC provides strategy development, planning, financial sustainability, facilitation, training and executive search services to help nonprofits, foundations, community collaboratives and government agencies address strategic, operational and administrative issues.

Founded in 1951, McCrory & McDowell LLC today ranks as one of the largest accounting and consulting firms in the region, offering a wide range of services through distinct, but integrated groups that include Dewey & Kaye, Diversified Medical Management, Three Rivers Institute, and McCrory & McDowell's accounting, tax, and business consulting practices.