About the role

  • Administrative Assistant supporting accounting and communication tasks at WilkinGuttenplan. Managing daily office activities and collaborating with firm’s leadership including partners and managers.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble and process tax returns for both electronic and hard copy delivery to clients.
  • Compose and continuously update client proposals and engagement letters.
  • Arrange spreadsheets and miscellaneous reports as requested.
  • Assist with drafting new client forms.
  • Assist with processing of engagement letters.
  • Assist the CIRA Depts. as need for administrative tasks such as client fees, client records and workflow processing).
  • Draft Power of Attorney, Installment Agreements, etc.
  • Process 1099’s.
  • Process IT 204 LL’s.
  • E-Filing.
  • Assist multiple Partners and Managers with various administrative functions, including client related matters, preparing/editing miscellaneous correspondence, coordinating, and managing calendars and client contacts.
  • Manage GoFileRoom (GFR) tax workflows, rollovers, and tracking as deadlines approach.
  • Collaborate with the administrative team to ensure daily workflow is being effectively handled.
  • Diligently review and notarize documents (Notary not mandatory but would be a bonus).
  • Assist with various other administrative assignments and special projects as they arise including mailings, faxing, filing, copying, scanning, etc.

Requirements

  • Minimum 3+ years of administrative experience.
  • CPA or professional services firm experience preferred.
  • Must be flexible with hours and available to work some overtime as needed.
  • Mandatory 3 day in office work week (More as need during busy season).
  • Overtime hours may be required during busy season (January through April including some Saturdays, depending on workflow as well as September & October major deadlines).
  • Strong attention to detail, proofreading, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple assignments, manage interruptions, and shift priorities with ease.
  • Ability to maintain a professional demeanour in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
  • Ability to exercise complete confidentiality while working with sensitive information.
  • Energetic team player with a positive attitude.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Adobe; Go File Room, CCH, ProSystem Fx a plus.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

  • We offer a unique culture that emphasizes and values work/life balance including remote work flexibility!
  • We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including Unlimited Work Options, generous PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Summer Fridays, and much more! For more information on our offerings please visit our website
  • Our collaborative work environment is strongly committed to your professional growth and success
  • We have an extensive Coaching Program designed to prepare you for a life in a dynamic CPA firm
  • We have a track record of ranking in the Best Place to Work NJ for the past twenty years and have won several other awards including #1 in Vault’s Top 3 Internships, Best Firms for Young Accountants, Best Accounting Firms to Work For, and many more!

Job title

Administrative Assistant

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

$55,000 - $68,000 per year

Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

Tech skills

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