Norfolk Southern
Executive Assistant - CFO
Norfolk Southern, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Executive Assistant - CFO
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Date: Nov 7, 2024
Location: Atlanta, GA, US, 30308
Company: Norfolk Southern Corp.
Requisition38018:B5 - Executive Assistant - CFO
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Position Summary:
Norfolk Southern is seeking a highly skilled, organized, and proactive Executive Assistant to provide essential support to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills, the ability to handle confidential information, and a strategic mindset to support the CFO in both daily operations and high-level initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Calendar Management: Expertly manage the CFO’s calendar, scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements. Efficiently prioritize and resolve scheduling conflicts.
Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between the CFO and internal/external stakeholders. Draft, review, and manage correspondence, including emails, reports, and presentations.
Meeting Preparation: Organize and prepare for meetings, including gathering necessary materials, setting agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items.
Travel Arrangements: Coordinate detailed travel plans, itineraries, and logistics for both domestic and international travel.
Document Management: Maintain and organize electronic and physical files. Ensure the CFO has all necessary documents for meetings and engagements.
Expense Reporting: Prepare and process expense reports in a timely and accurate manner.
Office Management: Handle office logistics, such as ordering supplies, managing vendor relationships, and overseeing maintenance of office equipment.
Internal Communication: Facilitate effective communication within the executive leadership team. Ensure alignment and clarity on priorities and deliverables.
Event Planning: Plan and coordinate executive events, offsites, and meetings with key stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of administrative support experience, or in a similar role, preferably supporting senior-level executives. Experience with project management is a plus.
Skills:
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
Attributes:
High level of professionalism and integrity.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Pension Plan
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off and holidays.
Professional development opportunities.
Company Overview
Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country’s population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com .
At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.
Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.
Apply now »
Date: Nov 7, 2024
Location: Atlanta, GA, US, 30308
Company: Norfolk Southern Corp.
Requisition38018:B5 - Executive Assistant - CFO
A resume helps you stand out to hiring managers and recruiters; your resume communicates your experience and your brand. While it is not required, we encourage you to include an up-to-date resume along with a job application to give you the best opportunity to be considered. A complete resume helps us to better understand your unique background, relevant experiences, and passions. We look forward to learning about you.
Position Summary:
Norfolk Southern is seeking a highly skilled, organized, and proactive Executive Assistant to provide essential support to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The ideal candidate will possess exceptional organizational skills, the ability to handle confidential information, and a strategic mindset to support the CFO in both daily operations and high-level initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
Calendar Management: Expertly manage the CFO’s calendar, scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements. Efficiently prioritize and resolve scheduling conflicts.
Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact between the CFO and internal/external stakeholders. Draft, review, and manage correspondence, including emails, reports, and presentations.
Meeting Preparation: Organize and prepare for meetings, including gathering necessary materials, setting agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items.
Travel Arrangements: Coordinate detailed travel plans, itineraries, and logistics for both domestic and international travel.
Document Management: Maintain and organize electronic and physical files. Ensure the CFO has all necessary documents for meetings and engagements.
Expense Reporting: Prepare and process expense reports in a timely and accurate manner.
Office Management: Handle office logistics, such as ordering supplies, managing vendor relationships, and overseeing maintenance of office equipment.
Internal Communication: Facilitate effective communication within the executive leadership team. Ensure alignment and clarity on priorities and deliverables.
Event Planning: Plan and coordinate executive events, offsites, and meetings with key stakeholders.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of administrative support experience, or in a similar role, preferably supporting senior-level executives. Experience with project management is a plus.
Skills:
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
Strong written and verbal communication abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
Attributes:
High level of professionalism and integrity.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
Benefits:
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Pension Plan
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off and holidays.
Professional development opportunities.
Company Overview
Since 1827, Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) and its predecessor companies have safely moved the goods and materials that drive the U.S. economy. Today, it operates a customer-centric and operations-driven freight transportation network. Committed to furthering sustainability, Norfolk Southern helps its customers avoid 15 million tons of yearly carbon emissions by shipping via rail. Its dedicated team members deliver more than 7 million carloads annually, from agriculture to consumer goods, and is the largest rail shipper of auto products and metals in North America. Norfolk Southern also has the most extensive intermodal network in the eastern U.S., serving a majority of the country’s population and manufacturing base, with connections to every major container port on the Atlantic coast as well as the Gulf of Mexico and Great Lakes. Learn more by visiting www.NorfolkSouthern.com .
At Norfolk Southern, we believe in celebrating our individuality. By leveraging the unique backgrounds and viewpoints of our employees, we can create a culture of innovation, respect, and inclusion. We know that employees thrive in a workplace where differing viewpoints, ideas, and experiences are freely shared and valued. As such, we encourage all employees to contribute their distinctive skills and capabilities to our organization.
Equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together, we power progress.