Administrative Assistant

When you work at Whittlesey, you join a diverse team that provides today’s business leaders with leading assurance, advisory, tax, and technology services. 

Whittlesey is proud to announce that we have been named one of the “Best of the Best" Firms and one of the “Top 200 Firms” by INSIDE Public Accounting (IPA), an award-winning newsletter for the public accounting profession. IPA’s annual “Best of the Best” list ranks top accounting firms with superior financial and operational performance in the most recent fiscal year. 

We have an exciting career opportunity for an Administrative Assistant to join our Administrative Team. This position is based out of our Holyoke, Massachusetts office 5 days a week. 

Our Culture

Whittlesey has the experience and expertise of a large, national firm with the responsiveness of a local firm. That means our team members have access to the resources necessary to develop their careers while also receiving personal coaching. From the Managing Partner on down, our leadership fosters an open-door policy. We are committed to providing expert service to our clients across all our service areas, and we know that can only be done by employing talented and driven individuals. 

Collaboration and community are key values in our culture. Whether you are new to the Firm or have been here for several years, we respect each team member’s unique talents and value their contributions. Whittlesey is dedicated to the communities where we live and work. We sponsor community-driven events throughout the year and encourage our partners and team members to become actively involved in volunteerism.

Benefits and Work-Life Integration 

Meeting your professional goals does not mean you must sacrifice your personal life, which is why we adhere to a culture of work-life integration. We offer our team members flexible work schedules depending on their department’s needs and a competitive paid time off program.

Whittlesey also offers a competitive subsidized benefit package that includes medical and dental coverage. Other benefits include LTD and life insurance, all paid entirely by the Firm, and a 401(k) plan that includes profit sharing.

What you will be doing

• Serve as the welcoming face of our front desk, greeting clients and visitors with professionalism and warmth


• Support daily office operations by handling incoming and outgoing mail, coordinating package deliveries, and maintaining office supplies


• Assist with workflow support using project tracking software for processing financial statements, tax returns, and accounting services, ensuring deadlines are met for the client service team


• Assist the team with basic workflow tracking using project management tools to help ensure tasks are completed on time


• Prepare and proofread invoices, reports, and general correspondence with attention and detail


• Provide administrative support on various projects, helping to meet deadlines and keep tasks organized


• Gather and organize client information and documentation as needed


• Assist clients with general inquiries, including basic support with accessing online portals


• Collaborate with team members to maintain organized processes and contribute to a positive office environment

What you must have

• 1–3 years of administrative or office support experience preferred


• High school diploma or equivalent experience required


• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office

Whittlesey is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workforce, so we encourage you to apply even if you feel you may not be an exact fit. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated based on disability.

Join us and make a meaningful impact in a collaborative and innovative environment. Apply now to be part of our team!

The hourly compensation range for this role is $19.23 – $31.25. Actual compensation is influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, and qualifications.