Executive Assistant, Finance (R4688)

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description: This position is critical in ensuring smooth operations and providing seamless support for executive leadership, board members, and key stakeholders.

What you'll do:: Administrative & Executive Support: --Manage complex, multi-time zone calendars for the CFO and finance leadership team. --Coordinate and schedule meetings, ensuring time is optimized and priorities are balanced. --Prepare and edit presentations, documents, and reports (PowerPoint, Word, etc.). --Handle confidential information with the highest level of discretion and professionalism. --Serve as a member of the EA community, provide mentorship to others, and participate as a member of a team providing support to the C-Suite. --Serve as backup support as needed or provide group support to others in the EA community. Travel & Event Coordination: --Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, ground transportation, and accommodations. --Support logistics for onsite meetings and events, including support for finance employees, C-Suite, board members, customers, and visitors. --Work with other members of the EA community and team to support in office events and offsite events. Operations & Reporting --Process and manage executive expense reports accurately and in a timely manner. --Serve as the go-to contact for day-to-day administrative needs of the executives and their organizations. --Ensure all required materials, information, and logistics are prepared for key meetings and events. Required qualifications:: Proficiency with productivity tools including Microsoft Teams, calendaring systems, email, and presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint). Skilled in using video conferencing platforms such as Teams, Zoom, or Webex. Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new tools; transferable skills between Microsoft and Google Suite. Strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional demeanor. Proven ability to engage with customers, board members, and executives in a polished and professional manner. Demonstrated ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and discretion, particularly with HR, Legal, and executive-lev