CPA LAWYER
Position Summary:
Reporting directly to the Chairman & CEO, the CPA Lawyer provides executive support in a one-on-one working relationship with accounting.
The CPA - Lawyer serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external contacts on all matters pertaining to Chairman. The CPA - Lawyer also leads all staff within the office of the Chairman and serves as a liaison to the Board of Directors and Executive Committee; organizes and coordinates internal and external relations efforts; and oversees special projects.
The CPA - Lawyer must be creative and enjoy working within an entrepreneurial environment that is results-driven. This position requires an individual who has the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, with a background on legal and financial matters, strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and the ability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. The CPA - Lawyer will have the ability to work on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion. This dynamic position requires the ability to anticipate needs, think critically, and offer solutions to problems with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the Chairman including managing an extremely active calendar of appointments; completing expense reports; composing and preparing correspondence that is sometimes confidential; arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas; and compiling documents for travel-related meetings.
• Plans, coordinates, and ensures the Chairman's schedule is followed and respected. Provides "gatekeeper" role, creating win-win situations for direct access to the Chairman’s time and office.
• Communicates directly, and on behalf of the Chairman, with Board members, team members, and others on a variety of matters.
• Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the Chairman, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
• Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the Chairman's office and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust, and support with senior management and staff.
• Works closely and effectively with the Chairman to keep him well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately.
• Acts as a "barometer," having a sense for the issues taking place in the environment and keeping the Chairman updated.
• Provides leadership to build relationships crucial to the success of the organization and manages a variety of special projects, some of which may have organizational impact.
• Successfully completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgement letters, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitate the Chairman’s ability to effectively lead the company.
• Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on projects to successful completion, often with deadline pressures.
• Organizes events that bolster camaraderie within the organization.
• Assists the Chairman with responsibilities inside and outside of the company and country.
Skill Requirements:
• Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
• Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including team leaders, members and staff, board members, external partners and customers.
• Expert level written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledgeable in Finance, cash management and banking transactions • Knowledgeable in legal matters and contracts
• Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capability.
• Strong time management managerial and administrative skills. • Emotional maturity
• Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be extremely effective independently.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable to various competing demands, and demonstrate the highest level of customer service and response.
• Demonstrated ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities and proposes solutions.
• Experience and interest in internal and external communications
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point), Adobe Acrobat