Project Assistant

Job Summary:

The Administrative Assistant performs day-to-day functions using established systems and procedures and provides assistance to administrative and management teams. 

Job Duties:

•    Manages multiple calendars; arranges meetings, conference calls, and video conferences using Outlook and other tools such as MS Teams and Zoom
•    Proofreads and edits documents and reports
•    Assists case management staff and program leadership with administrative duties related to state and Federal grant programs
•    Serves as primary point of contact for office staff, program applicants, and client visitors within the program intake center
•    Coordinates meals for lunch meetings, breakfast meetings, and suppers for staff working after office hours
•    Assists with travel arrangements, meeting arrangements, data entry, correspondence, and document scanning
•    Enters time and expense information into the time entry system for staff when requested 
•    Other duties as required
 

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:
•    High school diploma, required; Associate’s, preferred

Experience:
•    Two (2) or more years’ experience in a professional office environment, preferred

License/Certifications:
•    N/A

Software:
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office, required
•    Familiarity with document retention software, preferred

Language:
Bilingual Spanish, preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
•    Advanced computer and office equipment skills, including scanners, copiers, printers, binders, projectors, video conferencing equipment, and multi-line telephone system
•    Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems
•    Flexibility to work overtime if needed – before or after normal business hours

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

Hawaii Range: $19/hr - $30/hr

Join us at BDO, where you will find more than a career, you’ll find a place where your work is impactful, and you are valued for your individuality. We offer flexibility and opportunities for advancement. Our culture is centered around making meaningful connections, approaching interactions with curiosity, and being true to yourself, all while making a positive difference in the world. 

At BDO, our purpose of helping people thrive every day is at the heart of everything we do. Together, we are focused on delivering exceptional and sustainable outcomes and value for our people, our clients, and our communities. BDO is proud to be an ESOP company, reflecting a culture that puts people first, by sharing financially in our growth in value with our U.S. team.  BDO professionals provide assurance, tax and advisory services for a diverse range of clients across the U.S. and in over 160 countries through our global organization.

BDO is the first large accounting and advisory organization to implement an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). A qualified retirement plan, the ESOP offers participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. The ESOP stands as a compelling addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits* offerings. The annual allocation to the ESOP is fully funded by BDO through investments in company stock and grants employees the chance to grow their wealth over time as their shares vest and grow in value with the firm’s success, with no employee contributions. 

We are committed to delivering exceptional experiences to middle market leaders by sharing insight-driven perspectives, helping companies take business as usual to better than usual. With industry knowledge and experience, a breadth and depth of resources, and unwavering commitment to quality, we pride ourselves on:

• Welcoming diverse perspectives and understanding the experience of our professionals and clients
• Empowering team members to explore their full potential
• Our talented team who brings varying skills, knowledge and experience to proactively help our clients navigate an expanding array of complex challenges and op