What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant position at Topel Forman LLC?
Job Overview
The Audit team at Topel Forman is looking for a smart, self-driven, reliable, and well-rounded Administrative Assistant to join their team. As the Administrative Assistant, you will support the Audit team with day-to-day duties, including administrative, organizational, and process improvement tasks that will streamline the internal and external operations of the Audit team and provide excellent client service.
We are a growing firm and looking for someone to hit the ground running by becoming an integral part of the team. No two days will ever be the same, so this person should enjoy working in a fast-paced, evolving setting that is driven by tight deadlines. This position is a hybrid position with at least one day in the office at our Chicago, IL location. Days could vary based on workload.
Responsibilities
Topel Forman is a leading certified public accounting firm in Chicago and Denver, providing a wide range of attest, accounting, tax, advisory, and consulting services to individuals, professionals, closely held and family-owned businesses and corporations across the United States. At Topel Forman, you’ll find the high level of talent and expertise you’d expect from a larger firm, but with accessibility and collaboration that are usually only available at a smaller organization. You can expect to work directly with clients, senior-level management, and partners with knowledge of various disciplines. A proactive, hands-on approach to our clients allows you to grow in your expertise and advance in your career. For more information on Topel Forman, please visit our website at www.topelforman.com.
Benefits
Internet requirements for working remotely: We require an internet plan with the following minimum upload and download speeds for best connection: 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload. Home Wi-Fi should be password protected.
The Audit team at Topel Forman is looking for a smart, self-driven, reliable, and well-rounded Administrative Assistant to join their team. As the Administrative Assistant, you will support the Audit team with day-to-day duties, including administrative, organizational, and process improvement tasks that will streamline the internal and external operations of the Audit team and provide excellent client service.
We are a growing firm and looking for someone to hit the ground running by becoming an integral part of the team. No two days will ever be the same, so this person should enjoy working in a fast-paced, evolving setting that is driven by tight deadlines. This position is a hybrid position with at least one day in the office at our Chicago, IL location. Days could vary based on workload.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and manage the shared inbox, ensuring timely response and completion of incoming requests.
- Prioritize Financial Statement tasks to maintain efficient turnaround times.
- Provide cross-functional administrative support to audit, tax, and executive assistant teams.
- Billing
- Report Generation
- Correspondence
- Department administrative overflow
- Client Support
- Performs special projects and other accounting tasks as needed or assigned
- Audit Engagement Documentation Management
- Assembly/Scanning/Bookmarking
- 1 to 3 years of relevant administrative assistant experience in a small to mid-size fast paced office environment
- Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word and Outlook) and Adobe Systems
- Capable of prioritizing and executing multiple tasks and projects in a dynamic, deadline-oriented environment
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, verbal and written communication skills will be necessary
- Monthly & seasonal overtime is required (February-April, August – September, & December), including evenings and weekends
- Must be able to work in the office one day per week (flexible on day of the week)
Topel Forman is a leading certified public accounting firm in Chicago and Denver, providing a wide range of attest, accounting, tax, advisory, and consulting services to individuals, professionals, closely held and family-owned businesses and corporations across the United States. At Topel Forman, you’ll find the high level of talent and expertise you’d expect from a larger firm, but with accessibility and collaboration that are usually only available at a smaller organization. You can expect to work directly with clients, senior-level management, and partners with knowledge of various disciplines. A proactive, hands-on approach to our clients allows you to grow in your expertise and advance in your career. For more information on Topel Forman, please visit our website at www.topelforman.com.
Benefits
- Competitive salary range between $60,000-$65,000
- 35-hour average workweek
- Flexible working options
- To learn more about our firm and benefit offerings, please visit our careers page.
Internet requirements for working remotely: We require an internet plan with the following minimum upload and download speeds for best connection: 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload. Home Wi-Fi should be password protected.
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000