What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant - Houston, TX position at Convergint?
Description
Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven and forward-thinking Administrative Assistant to join our amazing culture. As an Administrative Assistant, you are a part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.
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Who You Are
You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues, and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results. You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces inclusion and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Administrative Assistant.
Who We Are
With 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer’s best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.
What You’ll Do With “Our Training and Your Experience”
Convergint's greatest strength is our people! Every colleague is encouraged to participate in our Recruit Awesome People program, helping us grow Convergint by promoting our colleague-first culture and referring top talent to the Talent Acquisition Team and hiring managers.
Provide general administrative support to colleagues in the office and / or field.
Responsible for answering phone, scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements, arranging events and other projects as assigned.
Responsibilities may also include assisting with accounting / bookkeeping duties.
Prepares a variety of reports, analyzes data, creates job files, identifies, and recommends solutions.
Completes projects and special assignments by determining priorities, managing time, and adjusting plans.
Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.
What You’ll Need
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Flexible, adaptable, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
Customer service oriented.
Ability to work well independently, prioritize effectively, and manage a large workload.
Able to positively influence others and build consensus among team members.
Think outside the box, seek to streamline / improve processes.
Willingness to take ownership of role and take initiative to learn new tasks.
Experience with an ERP or accounting software preferred.
10 Key expertise (preferred)
Company Benefits and Perks
Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which individuals of different backgrounds and identities are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits to all our colleagues :
Company Holidays and Paid Time Off
Fun & Laughter Day Off
Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
Life insurance & Disability Plan
Wellness Program
401K Matching Plan
Colleague Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive salary and compensation plan
Vehicle reimbursement plan
Corporate Social Responsibility Day
And much more…
Requirements :
Education : High School / GED or equivalent experience
Preferred Experience : (but not required) :
1-3 years of office, administrative or equivalent experience
Accounting, bookkeeping, and / or financial
Highly proficient with all Microsoft Suite products.
Experience with an ERP or accounting software preferred.
Convergint is committed to a culture of Inclusion and Diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. Visit our Convergint careers site (https : / / www.convergint.com / careers / career-opportunities / ) to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.
Qualifications
Behaviors
Preferred
Innovative : Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Team Player : Works well as a member of a group
Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred
Flexibility : Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
