Temporary Administrative Assistant

Job Description

This position is for the Fall 2026 tax busy season from August 17th through October 16th. This person will be responsible for providing a broad spectrum of support to the tax department in a fast‑paced, challenging and rewarding environment. Requirements include people, communication, organizational, technical and processing skills, and the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Applicants are expected to be on site in the office and need to thrive in a collaborative work environment.

• Processing, assembling, and delivering tax returns, extensions, and estimates.
• Flexibility to work additional hours during peak periods.
• Scanning and/or downloading client documents via firm software.
• Working independently and collaboratively to ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of workflows to meet deadlines.
• Being a positive team player for the tax administrative team and tax department.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business, accounting or related field.
• Experience in tax administrative support work, office practices and administrative procedures.
• Tech savvy with the ability and desire to embrace necessary software applications.
• Proven ability to work in a high‑volume, fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment while maintaining a sense of calm and humor.
• Superior organizational, multi‑tasking and follow‑through skills with strong attention given to details and deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with all Microsoft applications.
• Open to constructive feedback and ongoing self‑improvement.

• CCH Access (XCM)
• GoSystem tax software
• Sure Prep / Tax Caddy
• Box
• Safe Send
• Microsoft 365

The compensation for this position ranges from $22.00 to $26.00 per hour. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual's skills, experience and qualifications.

Withum Smith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.