Senior Administrative Assistant to the Controller

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SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO THE CONTROLLER, Office of the Vice President for Finance (VPF), to become fully engaged with the work of the controller and proactively initiate and organize systems and procedures to provide advanced and comprehensive administrative support. Will use meticulous attention to detail, discretion, and independent judgment in considering all matters affecting the controller; recognize matters of significance and look to appropriate parties for guidance if needed; develop comprehensive and in-depth understanding of the department’s goals, policies, and practices and that of the broader MIT organization and mission; and serve as a member of VPF’s cross-functional administrative assistant team.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: a high school diploma or its equivalent; five years of administrative, office, or related experience; sensitivity to organizational dynamics; strong written and oral communication skills, including grammar and proofreading ability; attention to detail and accuracy and ability to handle data, charts, and reports with precision; excellent interpersonal skills for interacting and collaborating with a diverse group of colleagues at all levels of the Institute; discretion, tact, and good judgment with confidential material; and the ability to use advanced features of MS Office, including PowerPoint and to identify and quickly learn new applications as necessary. Seek a proactive individual who is able to recognize, anticipate, and meet the administrative needs of the controller; function autonomously and direct own work; develop in-depth understanding of the purpose and operations across VPF and MIT; solve problems and scheduling conflicts; and collaborate with others across VPF to implement new initiatives and resolve issues. PREFERRED: a bachelor’s degree and MIT experience. Job #22811-6

Salary range: $30.00 - 33.00/hour