CHESS WIZARDS IS LOOKING FOR AN ASSISTANT TO THE CEO FOR A PART-TIME POSITION IN OUR CHICAGO OFFICE.

The Assistant will be responsible for providing a range of administrative support and coordination of projects for the CFO, and collaborating with other departments. Responsible for maintaining high standards of efficiency, communication, and discretion.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides a wide variety administrative support to the CFO and to the departments under the CFO's supervision. 
• Assists the CFO in coordinating departmental daily activities to ensure commitments and deadlines are met. Assists the CFO in managing third party leases, contracts, and agreements including its execution and renewal.
• Organizes, updates, and maintains Finance and Human Resources confidential filling systems. 
• Reconciles, processes, reviews, maintains, and submits as required the following: Invoices, Check Requests, Purchase Orders, Contracts, and Expense Reports.
• Performs standard office tasks such as answering telephones, filing, ordering of supplies, faxing and copying. Collects and opens mail addressed to the departments; forwards correspondence to appropriate staff for action.
• Maintains positive relationships with staff, clients, consultants, bankers, and vendors.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Two or more years of experience in office procedures, data compilation and record maintenance.
• Must be proficient, detail-oriented and accurate to assist in running a smooth office environment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with all levels of company personnel and a variety of personalities in a professional manner.
• Advanced computer skills including the use of MS Office, Google Suite, e-mail are essential. Knowledge of accounting/finance programs desirable.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to organize projects.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 40 pounds.

Position: permanent, part-time

Hours of Operation:  Monday – Friday, 4 hours per day

Remuneration:  $17-19 per hour

To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter for consideration.

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