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Director, Administration

KPMG (San Francisco, California)

Posted:
June 26, 2008
Address:
San Francisco, CA 94105
Description:
KPMG LLP provides audit, tax and advisory services to a broad range of clients. KPMG's commitment to its clients is demonstrated in our client service delivery approach with cross-functional teams that extend across industry segments. We are currently seeking a West Area Director, Administration to join us in our San Francisco office.

Responsibilities:

* Develop and implement operating initiatives and programs to improve productivity and quality levels through exceptional service to the practices
* Provide leadership and direction for office operations and performance management activities for the Administrative Assistant job family in the West supporting Audit, Tax and Advisory
* Prepare and manage operations departmental budgets and area overhead costs
* Lead local initiatives and participate in firm wide decisions affecting space, office services, and administrative staff
* Provide direction to area administrators to help ensure efficient and cost-effective office operations
* Implement firm initiatives to help ensure that offices operate at an optimal level and in accordance with firm standards
* Manage space and facility requirements
* Work with real estate on cost estimates, real estate decisions, space allocations, and renovations
* Direct general business office activities including: mailroom, filing, records, and administrative staff, and receptionist, telephone and security services

Qualifications:

* Ten years of progressive experience in managing the operations of a large office or region
* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university
* Advanced leadership, organizational, people management, analytical, and communication skills
* Strong project management skills
* Advanced customer service skills
* Strong ability to work strategically and in partnership with firm leadership
* Able to build and maintain strong relationships with key customers and practice leaders

KPMG offers and supports flexible work arrangements as well as part-time schedules. We also offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package.

Interested? We strongly encourage you to apply online at www.kpmgcareers.com and search for requisition 18704 or click the job link below.

KPMG. A great place to build your career.

No phone calls or agencies please.
KPMG Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. KPMG maintains a drug-free workplace.
© 2008 KPMG LLP, a U.S. limited liability partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent member firms affiliated with KPMG International, a Swiss cooperative. All rights reserved.

If interested, please apply online at http://track.jobviper.com/ViewJob.asp?id=536765-1829-5111