Administrative Assistant

To Apply for this Job

This is an excellent opportunity for an Administrative Assistant with hands-on Canopy software experience to step into a fast-paced CPA environment during its busiest season. Supporting a well-established professional services firm, this onsite role in Norwood, MA offers full-time hours (9:00 AM-5:00 PM, with flexibility for 8:00 AM-4:00 PM), competitive pay of $28 per hour, and free parking. The assignment begins mid-January and runs for 3+ months, making it ideal for a detail‑driven professional who enjoys making an immediate impact and keeping operations running smoothly.

• Serve as the first point of contact by answering and directing phone calls professionally
• Greet and assist clients and visitors, delivering a polished front‑office experience
• Maintain and organize filing systems and administrative records
• Support team members by responding to administrative requests and inquiries
• Receive, process, and distribute mail, including generating shipping labels as needed
• Manage databases, including adding new clients, updating information, and purging inactive records
• Assist with general office tasks and operational projects to keep workflows running smoothly
• Perform other related administrative duties as assigned

• Prior experience using Canopy software in a CPA firm is strongly preferred
• 1‑2 years of experience in an administrative or office management role within a CPA firm, law firm, or professional services environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client‑service focus
• Excellent organizational, time management, and attention‑to‑detail skills
• Ability to prioritize and work efficiently in a fast‑paced setting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with accounting or tax software is a plus
• Reliable, trustworthy, and able to work independently while taking direction as needed

Qualified and interested candidates are encouraged to apply today for immediate consideration.