Accounting Administrative Assistant

Swissport International AG•Des Plaines, IL

15h

About The Position

Swissport, a global leader in aviation services, provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Their mission is to provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions for a better customer experience, driven by core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things, and Win as a Team. The company is seeking dedicated individuals who align with these values to join their team globally. The Accounting Administrative Assistant role involves operating computers to input data into files and databases under limited supervision, and may include more complex tasks as necessary. The expected pay rate is $27/hr. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match, paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays.

Requirements

Up to 3 years of experience in a similar position
High school equivalent
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Have professional phone etiquette
Self-driven and have high energy levels
Organized

Responsibilities

Answer telephones, screen calls and take messages from external or internal sources so that callers/visitors are dealt with promptly, courteously, and exactly
Accurately transcribe, type, format, and proofread a wide variety of material (for example correspondence, invoices, contracts, meeting minutes, reports, speeches, and presentations) using word processing, presentation, graphics and spread sheet software
Perform other administrative tasks using independent judgment and discretion
Plan, organize, and schedule own workload so that these activities are completed accurately and on time. These activities may include preparing documents and presentation materials
Handle confidential information and maintain the security records and files
Drafting letters and official information releases
Arranging and attending meetings; Taking and distributing minutes
Invoice airline clients on a weekly basis
Reconciling month end
Other duties as assigned