Executive Assistant

Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB)•Washington, DC

45d•$77,600 - $104,610•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) is seeking an Executive Assistant for a full-time position at its Washington, DC headquarters. This role will provide high-level administrative and operational support to a Board Member and/or the Chairman and their staff, maintaining the executive offices. The ideal candidate is a seasoned professional who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment, capable of planning, organizing work, and developing procedures to meet unique executive office requirements. Responsibilities include managing scheduling, correspondence, stakeholder engagement, and logistical coordination.

Requirements

Minimum of 5+ years of experience in an executive level administrative role
Uphold a strict level of discretion and confidentiality.
Highly motivated professional capable of managing their workload while prioritizing and managing competing priorities.
Sets and maintains a professional example at all times.
Strong organizational, project management and problem-solving skills with impeccable multi-tasking abilities.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Copilot, Word, Excel (including PivotTables and VLOOKUP), PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Ability to organize and manage large amounts of data, files, tasks, schedules, and information.
Ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion, and must be able to work under pressure at times to handle a wide variety of activities and confidential matters with discretion.
Excellent oral and written communication skills (typing, grammar, spelling, punctuation, proofreading skills, etc.).

Nice To Haves

7-10+ years of experience preferred

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain complex calendars, ensuring strategic prioritization of meetings, conferences, travel, commitments, and deliverables.
Serve as primary liaison for the Board Members and their staff.
Drafts correspondence for Board member review and approval.
Coordinates executive communication, including calls, responding to email and interfacing with constituents and stakeholders at all levels.
Coordinates and plans for Board members, meetings and events with global senior leaders, including, but not limited to: preparing all meeting logistics; maintaining and tracking internal and external correspondence, travel, and preferences; event management, including evaluating site options and ensuring appropriate security, technology, and other technical support; and ensuring appropriate food and beverage arrangements and onsite support consistent with organizational policies.
Prepares internal and external Board documents and correspondence.
Conserves Board Members’ time by reading, researching, and routing correspondence; drafting letters and documents; collecting and analyzing information; initiating telecommunications.
Acts as the point of contact between the Board Members and internal/external stakeholders.
Prioritizes conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on project to successful completion often with deadline pressure.
Edits and completes first drafts for written communications to internal and external stakeholders.
Works closely and effectively with each Board Member to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately. Acts as a "barometer," having a sense for the issues taking place in the environment and keeping the Board Members updated.

Benefits

Highly competitive compensation
Performance-based discretionary awards
Generous paid time off – Up to 6 weeks annually
12 federal holidays
2 floating holidays
Year-end break December 28 – 31, 2026
Highly competitive 401(k) match and savings options – Immediate vesting and contributions matched dollar for dollar, up to 7 percent of eligible compensation. Roth in-plan conversion available.
Comprehensive and competitive health benefit offerings – Medical, dental, and vision plans
Supportive paid family leave benefits – Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave and up to 16 weeks paid caregiver leave
Life insurance benefits – Basic life and AD&D insurance provided; supplemental insurance also available
Education benefits – PCAOB staff qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Student loan repayment assistance
Staff college tuition assistance
College coach program support
Well-being and family resources – Mental health and well-being resources, paid volunteer time, emergency child/adult dependent back-up care services, family-forming assistance, discounted gym memberships, employee assistance program (EAP), health advocate program, and more
Commuter benefits – Tax-free employer subsidy and pretax employee deductions