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Thermo Fisher ScientificThis job posting was originally in Japanese. The English version is automatically translated. Please visit the company site for the most accurate information.
The Executive Assistant to the CFO is responsible for providing a wide range of executive support to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the CFO's activities. This includes schedule management, meeting coordination, communication with internal and external parties, document preparation, travel arrangements, management and operation of the electronic approval system (AAM), and project management. This position requires a high level of confidentiality, accuracy, excellent coordination skills, and proactive responsiveness. The role involves understanding the CFO's priorities and supporting communication and business processes with domestic and international management, the Finance department, various business units, the overseas headquarters, and global teams. Additionally, the Executive Assistant will be responsible for the stable and appropriate management and operation of the electronic approval system (AAM), promoting the establishment and continuous improvement of the application and approval processes in accordance with internal regulations and compliance.
- Practical experience as an Executive Assistant, secretary, department assistant, or equivalent - Experience supporting senior management or senior leaders - Experience managing and operating electronic approval systems, workflow systems, or internal business systems - Experience managing application and approval flows, user permissions, master data, etc. - High IT literacy to smoothly use various IT tools and internal systems - Ability to quickly learn new systems and digital tools and utilize them for business improvement - Practical skills in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace - Skills in creating and editing management meeting materials and presentation materials using PowerPoint, etc. - Advanced business communication skills in Japanese - Business communication skills in English - Coordination skills to smoothly advance operations with domestic and international stakeholders - High task management ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously - High accuracy, attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and awareness of confidentiality - A thorough understanding of the importance of compliance and internal regulations, with the ability to adhere to them and encourage appropriate operation and compliance among stakeholders
- Experience managing and operating AAM or similar electronic approval and workflow systems - Basic knowledge of finance and accounting - Experience coordinating and supporting with auditing firms, tax advisory firms, financial institutions, etc. - Experience in system implementation, business flow improvement, manual creation, or user training - Experience in coordinating meetings, responding to emails, preparing documents, or arranging travel using English
