Administrative Assistant

Kforce Inc

Job Summary

Kforce's client, a New York City based CPA firm, is seeking an Administrative Assistant for an in-office role near Grand Central Station. The assistant will support professional staff by handling various administrative and operational duties, including scanning, copying, mail, serving as a client contact, coordinating with tax preparers, and following up on client documents. The firm offers a great culture, excellent benefits, and a nice work environment.

Must Have

  • 3+ years of experience in an administrative or processing role within a tax or accounting firm or similar business
  • Recent experience in tax administration within a public accounting or similar firm
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Clear, professional communication skills
  • Collaborative, adaptable, and positive team player with a proactive mindset

Perks & Benefits

  • great culture
  • excellent benefits
  • nice work environment
  • medical/dental/vision insurance
  • HSA
  • FSA
  • 401(k)
  • life, disability & ADD insurance
  • paid time off (for salaried personnel)

Job Description

Kforce's long-established New York City based CPA firm client is seeking an Administrative Assistant. This is an in-office role located near Grand Central Station. You will play a key role in supporting the professional staff by handling various administrative and operational duties, helping to create an exceptional experience for all parties. Duties Include:

  • Handle scanning, copying, mail, and other administrative functions
  • Serve as a responsive point of contact for clients on administrative matters
  • Coordinate with tax preparers and reviewers
  • Follow up on outstanding client documents and signatures, ensuring all deliverables stay on track

The firm has a great culture, excellent benefits, and a nice work environment.

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience in an administrative or processing role within a tax or accounting firm or similar business
  • The ideal candidate will be highly organized with recent experience in tax administration within a public accounting or similar firm
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
  • Clear, professional communication skills
  • Collaborative, adaptable, and positive team player with a proactive mindset

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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