Description

Summary:

VSH seeks a skilled professional to provide administrative and scheduling support for a progressive accounting firm in Bellingham. In this role, you will provide daily client and team member support via phone, Microsoft Teams, email, and in person. You will handle regular coordination of calendars for appointments, team meetings, events, and recruitment.

Responsibilities:

• Greet walk-in clients 

• Answer phones, direct calls, and retrieve voicemails

• Administrative support for team members

• Outlook calendar scheduling and coordination for meetings and appointments

• Mail retrieval and distribution

• USPS and certified mail preparation

• Facilities and maintenance contact for Bellingham location

• Opening/closing office/kitchen duties

• Coordination for team lunches/Stocking treats for busy season

• Scanning documents

• Maintain tidy office and monitor supplies

• Other duties as assigned

Core traits and skills:

• Natural curiosity, with a willingness to ask for help and seek answers

• Approachable communicator

• Professional 

• Strong analytical abilities

About VSH:

VSH is a growing full-service accounting and advisory firm with locations in Bellingham and Burlington. We offer a suite of services beyond traditional tax compliance and planning. Our team of professionals specializes in providing strategic advisory support, international and cross-border services, transition planning, outsourced accounting, and more, to local, regional, and international clients. 

We put our people first. At VSH, our firm IS our team. Rich, specialized, and fulfilling careers begin with and are continuously fueled by a strong staff development program. We support skill building and career advancement every day through personal mentor relationships, career coaching, and forward-focused, personalized development plans for all.

Our core values prioritize the well-being of our employees, adaptability to change, pursuit of excellence, putting people first, and fostering collaboration with team members. At VSH, we take immense pride in providing unwavering support for our team's personal and professional growth. Join us to experience a career of empowerment and success.

Location: Whatcom Office, Bellingham

Job Type: Full Time, M-F 8:00-5:00

Salary: $20-24

Benefits: Health, Vision, Dental, Retirement, PTO, Flexible Schedule

More info on becoming a part of the VSH team.

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to hr@vshcpa.com.

Requirements

• 2 years’ experience working in an office environment

• Strong organization skills and high attention to detail

• Excellent customer service skills

• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment 

• Ability to multi-task while working independently or in coordination with others

• Capable of working and communicating effectively with professionals at all levels

• Understands and maintains the confidentiality of information

• Physical demands include seated desk work, walking, crouching, and lifting items to 20 pounds

• Reliable transportation

• U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or authorized to work in the U.S.