Finance Clerk/Receptionist - Phoenix, AZ

Watson Wyatt is the trusted business partner to the world's leading organizations on people and financial issues. Our client relationships, many spanning decades, define who we are. They are shaped by a deep understanding of our clients' needs, a collaborative working style and a firm-wide commitment to service excellence.Our consultants bring fresh thinking to client issues, along with the experience and research to know what really works. They deliver practical, evidence-based solutions that are tailored to an organization's culture and goals. With 7,000 associates in 32 countries, our global services include: Managing the cost and effectiveness of employee benefit programsDeveloping attraction, retention and reward strategies that help create competitive advantageAdvising pension plan sponsors and other institutions on optimal investment strategiesProviding strategic and financial advice to insurance and financial services companiesDelivering related technology, outsourcing and data servicesWe recognize the value of diversity in our workforce, and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all candidates who choose to apply, however, only those selected for a further interview will be contacted.Job Posting ID: 4252Position: Finance Clerk/Receptionist - Phoenix, AZPhysical Location: Phoenix, AZEmployment Status: Regular Full-TimeMinimum Experience Required: 3 yearsMinimum Education Required: High School DiplomaQualifications Previous receptionist experience (2-3 years) in a professional environment; accounting clerk experience a plus. High School Diploma is the minimum education requirement, however, Associate's Degree or equivalent is preferred. Punctual, reliable and detail oriented. Intermediate level Microsoft Word and Excel skills. Projects a cordial, professional, customer service-oriented image. Ability to professionally interact with all levels of associates, clients and guests. Work well as part of a team, as well as independently with minimal supervision. Maintain a positive attitude working under pressure and with frequent interruptions. Must be able to multi-task, prioritize and be detail oriented. Must have strong communication and organizational skills. Assume responsibility, be accountable and take initiative. Maintain confidentiality and use professional judgement.

EEO/AA EMPLOYER, M/F/D/VPosition Overview

Represent Watson Wyatt in a professional manner as a Receptionist while managing front desk functions, providing overflow administrative support and support to the Finance and Administration Office.Responsibilities Greet and process visitors and direct them to the appropriate individuals or departments. Receive incoming calls on a multi-line switchboard; answer general inquiries, connect callers with the appropriate individual(s). Keep reception desk/area neat and orderly. Maintain associate and guest sign-in and updated telephone list. Ensure desk security and protocols. Maintain and distributed morning memo. Schedule and maintain conference/guest rooms. Open, date stamp and sort inbound mail, as well as logging courier deliveries. Coordinate Temporary Services and Reception Relief Coverage Schedule. Request office building maintenance service. Assist Finance and Administration office with various tasks; billing, accounts payable and accounts receivables. May assist and/or provide other administrative duties as assigned.

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