Administrative Assistant - Houston, TX

Convergint is looking for a full-time, enthusiastic, results driven and forward-thinking Administrative Assistant to join our amazing culture. As an Administrative Assistant, you are a part of a dynamic team that allows you to grow as Convergint grows.

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Who You Are

You have a passion for providing world-class service to customers, colleagues, and communities. You are a person of integrity with a commitment to growth, accountability and delivering results. You want to join an organization with a positive culture that embraces inclusion and allows everyone to be the best version of themselves at work and home. You want to grow with us and deliver results as an exceptional Administrative Assistant.

Who We Are

With 20-years of proven growth and exceptional performance, our mission is to be our customer's best service provider. We realize the importance of diversity in achieving that goal. Our company was built upon a solid foundation of 10 Values and Beliefs which drive our unmatched culture, making us the #1 global, serviced-based systems integrator in the industry. We take great pride in protecting the lives and assets of our customers and their communities with the solutions we provide.

What You'll Do With "Our Training and Your Experience"

• Convergint's greatest strength is our people! Every colleague is encouraged to participate in our Recruit Awesome People program, helping us grow Convergint by promoting our colleague-first culture and referring top talent to the Talent Acquisition Team and hiring managers.
• Provide general administrative support to colleagues in the office and/or field.
• Responsible for answering phone, scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements, arranging events and other projects as assigned.
• Responsibilities may also include assisting with accounting/bookkeeping duties.
• Prepares a variety of reports, analyzes data, creates job files, identifies, and recommends solutions.
• Completes projects and special assignments by determining priorities, managing time, and adjusting plans.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as requested or required.

What You'll Need

• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible, adaptable, detail-oriented, and self-motivated.
• Customer service oriented.
• Ability to work well independently, prioritize effectively, and manage a large workload.
• Able to positively influence others and build consensus among team members.
• Think outside the box, seek to streamline/improve processes.
• Willingness to take ownership of role and take initiative to learn new tasks.
• Experience with an ERP or accounting software preferred.
• 10 Key expertise (preferred)

Company Benefits and Perks

Convergint fosters a supportive, accessible, and inclusive environment in which individuals of different backgrounds and identities are able to realize their maximum potential within the company. We offer a variety of programs and exceptional benefits to all our colleagues:

• Company Holidays and Paid Time Off
• Fun & Laughter Day Off
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Life insurance & Disability Plan
• Wellness Program
• 401K Matching Plan
• Colleague Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary and compensation plan
• Vehicle reimbursement plan
• Corporate Social Responsibility Day
• And much more...

Requirements:

Education: High School/GED or equivalent experience

Preferred Experience: (but not required):

• 1-3 years of office, administrative or equivalent experience
• Accounting, bookkeeping, and/or financial
• Highly proficient with all Microsoft Suite products.
• Experience with an ERP or accounting software preferred.

Convergint is committed to a culture of Inclusion and Diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation and pre-employment drug screen. Visit our Convergint careers site to learn more about the company and the exciting opportunities available.

Innovative - Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Flexibility - Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Goal Completion - Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Self-Starter - Inspired to perform without outside help