Strategic Executive Assistant to the CFO | Finance Ops Partner

The Washington Post; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

The Washington Post is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CFO to provide high-level administrative support in a fast-paced financial leadership environment. You will manage calendars, coordinate cross-functional meetings, draft correspondence, and help with budgeting and contracts while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years of executive support, strong organizational and communication skills, and comfort using AI-enabled productivity tools to improve

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of executive support experience; experience supporting a financial executive is a plus.
• 2+ years of experience in operations, project management, process improvements, etc.
• Experience reviewing, tracking, and managing contracts.
• Professional maturity and ability to remain calm and flexible under pressure.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Proven organizational acumen and interdepartmental coordination skills.
• Expertise with Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and other products and the ability to quickly learn new software tools and systems.
• Demonstrated curiosity and comfort using AI-enabled productivity tools and automation to improve efficiency, organization, and quality of work, with sound judgement around confidentiality, accuracy, and appropriate use.

Responsibilities

• Manage executive’s calendar and schedule meetings.
• Draft, proofread, and edit professional correspondence and materials.
• Prepare materials for meetings and events.
• Provide reports on team dynamics and performance.
• Support decision making by understanding roles across departments.
• Coordinate internal and external events with the finance team.
• Attend CFO direct reports meetings and track action items.
• Greet external guests, conduct security checks, and arrange catering.
• Provide budgeting support and contract management.

Skills

Executive support

Operations

Project management

Contract management

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Editing & proofreading

Communication

Multitasking

AI tools

Time management

Attention to detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

The Washington Post is seeking an Executive Assistant to the CFO to provide high-level administrative support in a fast-paced financial leadership environment. You will manage calendars, coordinate cross-functional meetings, draft correspondence, and help with budgeting and contracts while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years of executive support, strong organizational and communication skills, and comfort using AI-enabled productivity tools to improve