Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

Receptionist / Administrative Assistant

North Smithfield, Rhode Island
Full-Time Tax Season | Part-Time Tax Season

An established CPA firm in the North Smithfield area is seeking a friendly, organized, and dependable Receptionist / Administrative Assistant to join our team. This is an in-person position during tax season, with part-time to full-time hours depending on the candidate and our needs. For the right person, there is an opportunity to continue year-round in a flexible, part-time role.

As one of the first points of contact for our clients, this individual will play an important role in keeping our office organized and running efficiently. We are looking for someone who is professional and welcoming, comfortable managing a busy telephone and front desk, and capable of providing administrative support to the firm's partners and professional staff. Because this position involves access to sensitive personal, financial, and tax information, the individual must exercise the highest level of discretion and maintain strict client confidentiality at all times.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
• Answer and route telephone calls and take accurate messages.
• Schedule and manage client appointments and partner calendars.
• Assist clients with dropping off and picking up tax documents and completed returns.
• Provide administrative support to the firm's partners and professional staff.
• Help maintain an organized and professional front office during a fast-paced tax season.
• Other administrative tasks as required.

Qualifications

• Prior receptionist, administrative, or professional office experience preferred. Experience in a CPA, accounting, tax, financial, legal, or other professional services office is a plus.
• Excellent telephone, communication, and customer service skills.
• Professional, friendly, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and remain composed in a busy office environment.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and general office technology.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to maintaining the highest standards of client confidentiality.

Schedule & Opportunity

This is a full-time in-person position during tax season, beginning in January and continuing through the April filing deadline. For the right candidate, there is potential to continue in a flexible, year-round position after tax season.

About the Firm

We are an established CPA firm serving individuals and businesses throughout Rhode Island and the surrounding area. We offer a professional and friendly work environment and value accuracy, teamwork, client service, and dependability.

Compensation: Up to $25 per hour based on experience and qualifications.

To Apply: Please submit a resume through Indeed outlining your administrative, customer service, and professional office experience.

Please apply through Indeed. No telephone calls or walk-in applications, please.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No more than 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $25