Executive Assistant to Chief Financial Officer

Career Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate investment and development firm is looking for a highly capable Executive Assistant to support their CFO. This 1:1 position involves calendar management, travel coordination, and preparing meeting materials, ideal for someone with C-suite experience. Candidates must be organized, professional, and potentially assist with personal tasks while maintaining discretion.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus

Full Benefits

Qualifications

• 6-7+ years of Executive Assistant experience, supporting C-level leadership.
• Experience in real estate, finance, or fast-paced environments.
• Currently supporting no more than 2–3 senior executives.

Responsibilities

• High-level calendar and meeting management for the CFO.
• Managing complex domestic and international travel.
• Preparing materials for meetings and presentations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Discretion

Emotional intelligence

Proactivity

Judgment

Job description

Executive Assistant to Chief Financial Officer

Executive Assistant to Chief Financial Officer

This range is provided by Career Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $145,000.00/yr

Executive Assistant to Chief Financial Officer

Our client, a leading real estate investment and development firm headquartered in NYC, is seeking a poised, professional, and highly capable Executive Assistant to support their Chief Financial Officer. This is a true 1:1 support role offering visibility at the highest level of the organization and an opportunity to be part of a collaborative, high-performing team with a long-term vision.

Location: Hudson Yards, NYC

Work Model: Full-time, Onsite (5 days/week)

Hours: 8:30 AM – 5:30/6:00 PM (Flex as needed)

Compensation: $120 – 145k base salary (DOE) + Discretionary Bonus + Full Benefits

We are looking for an experienced and polished Executive Assistant to provide seamless, day-to-day administrative support to the CFO

Ideal candidates will have C-suite experience in similarly demanding, fast-paced industries such as real estate, financial services, or professional services.

The right candidate will:

• Thrive in a 1:1 support role and take pride in being a trusted right hand

• Be highly organized, discreet, and resourceful

• Demonstrate sound judgment, emotional intelligence, and a calm, professional demeanor

• Be proactive and solutions-oriented with strong follow-through

• Be excited about joining a top-tier team and contributing for years to come

Responsibilities include:

• High-level calendar and meeting management for the CFO

• Scheduling and coordination with internal teams, board members, and external stakeholders

• Managing complex domestic and occasional international travel

• Handling expense reports and reimbursements

• Preparing materials for meetings and presentations

• Serving as liaison and gatekeeper on behalf of the CFO

• Occasionally assisting with ad hoc personal tasks or weekend communication for urgent matters

Qualifications:

• 6 – 7+ years of Executive Assistant experience, including at least 5 years supporting C-level leadership

• Experience in real estate, finance, or similarly fast-paced professional environments

• Currently supporting no more than 2–3 senior executives (must be comfortable in a true 1:1 setting)

• Professional polish and discretion are essential

• Stable employment history — no job-hoppers

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative

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