Senior Executive Assistant to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Duke Energy•Charlotte, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and strategic support to the Chief Financial Officer, serving as a trusted partner in managing the day-to-day operations of the Finance organization. This role requires exceptional judgment, discretion, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment. The position plays a critical role in enabling the CFO’s effectiveness by anticipating needs, managing complex priorities, and facilitating communication across executive leadership, the Board, investors, and external stakeholders.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
6 years related work experience
In lieu of Bachelor's degree and 6 years of related work experience listed above, High School/GED degree AND 10 years of related work experience
Exceptional organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
Strong business acumen, particularly in finance-related functions.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel).
Ability to manage multiple high-priority tasks under tight deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High emotional intelligence and ability to work with senior executives and diverse stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving skills and proactive mindset.
Unquestionable integrity and discretion.
Calm under pressure with a solutions-oriented approach.
Highly detail-oriented with a commitment to excellence.
Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Finance degree preferred
8–12+ years of executive administrative experience supporting C-suite leaders, preferably in a publicly traded company.
Prior experience supporting a CFO, Finance executive, or within a regulated industry (utilities, energy, or similar) strongly preferred.
Experience interacting with Boards of Directors and investor relations processes.

Responsibilities

Act as a gatekeeper and strategic partner to the CFO, managing priorities, time, and competing demands.
Anticipate needs and proactively resolve issues to optimize executive efficiency.
Support CFO in decision-making by organizing information, tracking key initiatives, and ensuring follow-through.
Manage a highly complex and dynamic calendar, including internal/external meetings, Board meetings, earnings cycles, and regulatory deadlines.
Prioritize scheduling based on business impact and urgency.
Maintain strict confidentiality around financial results, earnings, and strategic initiatives.
Assist IR in planning and execution of earnings calls, investor meetings, and industry conferences.
Serve as a liaison between the CFO and senior leadership, Board members, regulators, and external partners.
Draft and manage high-level communications on behalf of the CFO.
Ensure alignment and coordination across Finance, Accounting, Treasury, FP&A, and other business units.
Manage travel arrangements, expense reporting, and logistics with precision and efficiency.
Maintain organized records, files, and documentation in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
Handle sensitive financial, personnel, and strategic information with the highest level of discretion.
Ensure adherence to corporate governance standards and regulatory requirements typical of a publicly traded utility.