Receptionist / Administrative Assistant - American Tax & Accounting

Job Type:
Part-Time / Seasonal through May (8 hr/day) with potential full time for right candidate.

Compensation:
$15 to $17 per hour

Benefits Offered:
PTO benefits offered for part-time/seasonal with additional benefits for full-time

Job Description:

We are seeking a Receptionist /Administrative Assistant to join our team! You will perform clerical and administrative functions in order to drive company success.

Responsibilities:

• Answer phones and direct calls to the appropriate member of staff.


• Receive and relay messages.


• Greet all customers in a professional manner.


• Complete administrative tasks such as scanning, copying, filing, data entry, and scheduling.


• Collect, record and update all customer records.


• Send electronic appointments to customers along with reminders.


• Prepare and organize for each day’s appointments.


• Ensure the reception area is clean and a welcoming environment for all customers who visit the office.


• Coordinate mail flow in and out of the office.


• Call customers daily with information, requests, and due date reminders.


• Collect payments from customers and issue receipts.


• And other assigned duties.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in office administration or other related fields


• Ability to prioritize and multitask


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Strong attention to detail


• Proven computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite


• Cloud-based skills


• Strong organizational skills


• Professional appearance

About American Tax and Accounting in Normal, IL:

We are a family-owned business with a great work environment by creating a flexible and inviting place to work by building relationships. Our firm has won first place in the Pantagraph’s Reader’s Choice for the last 5 years in a row.

Our mission is to provide quality professional year-round service to our clients; this includes personal as well as business tax, bookkeeping, and payroll services, allowing businesses the opportunity to focus on other aspects.

We accomplish this by hiring the best local talent.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.