Executive Assistant
Primary Function
A. O. Smith is seeking an Executive Support Specialist – Finance to provide advanced operational and executive support to senior Finance leadership, including the CFO, Corporate Controller, and Vice President of Investor Relations. This role requires strong judgment, executive presence, and the ability to operate with a high degree of autonomy.Responsibilities
Executive Support & Effectiveness
- Serve as a strategic gatekeeper for the executive, triaging requests, prioritizing issues, and ensuring alignment with business priorities and strategic initiatives
- Manage complex executive calendars, coordinating meetings, agendas, and follow-ups to support effective decision-making and execution
- Maintain a forward-looking view of deadlines and risks, anticipating needs and proactively resolving scheduling, prioritization, and workflow challenges
Finance & Investor Relations Support
- Support activities related to investor relations, earnings preparation, and Board materials
- Aid in coordinating logistics and preparation for key internal and external financial events, leadership meetings, and financial communications
- Partner with Finance leadership to ensure alignment across initiatives, deadlines, and deliverables, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
Project Coordination & Business Support
- Cross-functional activities on behalf of Finance leadership ensuring alignment and clarity of responsibilities
- Track key deliverables, timelines, and action items to support execution of business priorities, escalating risks to maintain momentum
- Identify and implement opportunities to improve efficiency and streamline administrative and operational processes
Executive Communications & Content Development
- Prepare and format presentations, reports, and executive-level materials (PowerPoint, spreadsheets, briefing documents) to ensure clarity, accuracy, and consistent executive standard
- Draft and edit correspondence and communications with a high degree of professionalism, ensuring messages are concise, well-structured, and aligned with leadership expectations
- Maintain consistency and quality across materials presented to senior leadership and external stakeholders, ensuring version control, accuracy, and readiness for executive review
Stakeholder & Relationship Management
- Serve as a liaison between executives and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely follow-through
- Manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion, sound judgment, and a high degree of professionalism
- Build strong, trust-based working relationships across the business to support alignment and effective collaboration
Operational & Administrative Leadership
- Cook domestic and international travel, including complex itineraries, ensuring seamless integration with executive schedules and priorities
- Manage expense reporting, documentation, and administrative processes with accuracy and timeliness
- Contribute to continuous improvement of executive office standards, tools, and practices to enhance efficiency and consistency
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; Associates or Bachelors degree preferred
7–10+ years of experience supporting senior executives, preferably within Finance or related functions
Experience supporting executives at a publicly traded Company and working with board and investor relations materials
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information
Interest in leveraging technology (e.g., collaboration tools, AI-enabled tools) to improve efficiency
We Offer
- Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.
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