Administrative Assistant

Carr, Riggs & Ingram; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 PTO days, 9 paid holidays, long‑ten

Job summary

Carr, Riggs & Ingram (CRI) is seeking an Administrative Assistant to support a busy CPA firm environment in New York. The role emphasizes front-office operations, client coordination, and precise document handling.

You will manage phones, organize office logistics, prepare correspondence, perform data entry and file maintenance, while delivering professional service and multitasking with integrity.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience.
• Experience in a CPA Firm environment preferred.
• Ability to work overtime January through April and during peak seasons.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word).
• Well-developed interpersonal skills; tactful, mature, flexible.
• Ability to operate independently and self-manage projects.
• Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism.
• Sound administrative skills; well-developed management skills.
• Ability to establish credibility and be decisive, while supporting Partners’ priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the phones and transferring calls.
• Manage client traffic.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of office and kitchen area including supplies.
• Manage office supplies including daily restock and maintenance of coffee, drinks and snacks.
• Generation of correspondence; Data entry; File maintenance.
• Other duties as requested to maintain efficient document processing within the firm.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Self-management

Verbal & written communication

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Microsoft Word

Job description

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

At Carr, Riggs & Ingram, your career path is just that—yours. We are strong believers in the notion that your career should adapt to and integrate into your life and not the other way around. We invite you to explore our opportunities and learn how CRI can help you reinvent your career path and shape your future.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

At Carr, Riggs & Ingram, your career path is just that—yours. We are strong believers in the notion that your career should adapt to and integrate into your life and not the other way around. We invite you to explore your opportunities and learn how CRI can help you reinvent your career path and shape your future.

We are dedicated to uniting your professional passions with your individual personal pursuits, creating an empowered workplace for everyone—from interns and admins to staff accountants and future partners. At CRI, #EverybodyCounts.

Essential Functions

• Oversee the phones and transferring calls
• Manage client traffic
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of office and kitchen area including supplies
• Manage office supplies including daily restock and maintenance of coffee, drinks and snacks.
• In addition to traditional administrative support, this individual will be responsible for functions associated with the servicing of clients through:
  • Generation of correspondence
  • Data entry
  • File maintenance
  • Other duties as requested or needed to maintain the efficient processing of documents and communications within the firm's internal operations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience
• Experience in a CPA Firm environment preferred
• Ability to work overtime January through April and during peak seasons
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word)
• Well-developed interpersonal skills. Ability to get along well with diverse personalities; tactful, mature, and flexible.
• Ability to operate independently and self-manage projects.
• Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism.
• Sound administrative skills. Well-developed management skills.
• Ability to establish credibility and be decisive, but able to recognize and support the Partners’ preferences and priorities.
• Comfortable performing multifaceted projects in conjunction with normal activities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. CRI will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this position or future positions (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

CRI is a nationally recognized accounting and advisory firm known for its audit, tax, and business consulting expertise. The profession and our communities widely acknowledge our commitment to delivering tailored solutions to help ensure client success.

We stand out through our collaborative, client-focused approach, offering personalized services backed by deep industry knowledge. Clients trust CRI as a dedicated partner who understands their unique needs and ensures support at every step. To learn more about the industries we serve, our service offerings, and our family of companies please visit us atwww.criadv.com.

Benefits

• 21 PTO days, 9 paid holidays, and company-paid long-term disability and life insurance.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical insurance, as well as dental, vision, and short-term disability coverage.
• Parental leave, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) retirement plan.