Project Assistant

What will you do?

• Individual will receive the day-to-day work instructions from the Project Manager(s) but is expected to be a self-starter and work independently.
• Responsible for supporting the Project Manager(s) and ensuring his/her projects are maintained properly from both a financial and material standpoint throughout the project lifecycle (order entry to project close-out).
• Assist PMs with financial forecasts for monthly project reviews and participate in project reviews
• Coordinate and update project/program documentation to facilitate informed project decisions
• Prepare customer invoices and submission
• Order entry and revisions
• Purchasing; Request-To-Purchase and Goods Receipts
• Anticipates potential changes in project deliverables and timing and makes the PM aware of potential changes.
• Other financial reports as requested by PM or Director.
• Assist in enforcing QA, work procedures, and practices
  
  

Who will you report to?

• MDC Customer Project Management Director
  
  

What qualifications will make you successful?

• High school diploma or administrative degree
• 2-3 years of experience in a similar function
• Exposure to large system engineering, design, and implementation projects is helpful.
• Drives for results
• Fosters open communication
• Fosters teamwork
• Acts with integrity
• Display adaptability
• Exhibits self-awareness and ability to develop oneself
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Financial background/understanding is preferred
• Ability to work with limited instruction on day-to-day work assignments
• Network with internal and external personnel in own area of expertise
• Accurate and attentive to detail
• Good work ethic/positive attitude
  
  

What skills/knowledge will make you successful?

• Basic financial understanding as it pertains to projects and POC/NPOC projects.
• Proficiency in the use of MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Adobe Acrobat.
• Working knowledge of Dynamics or other ERPs (Oracle, Q2C) a plus.
• Strong problem solving, interpersonal skills, as well as oral and written communication skills are essential
• Attitude and aptitude to learn new financial software applications and tools
  
  

Whats in it for me?

• Not only is Schneider-Electric a great company to work for! You will be part of a customer first driven Team that is exciting and works well together. You will get to experience new challenges every day and collaborate with other departments to serve our customers better.
  
  

Let us learn about you! Apply today.

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