Administrative Assistant/Receptionist

Jimmy Jazz; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Profit-sharing plan

Job summary

Brown Plus, a premier accounting and business advisory firm, seeks an Administrative Assistant for its Lancaster, PA office. This full-time onsite role supports accountants and a dedicated administrative team with a focus on accuracy and client service.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in administration, experience in accounting environments, and strong MS Office skills. Onsite role with potential overtime during tax season. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in an administrative, client service role.
• Experience in an accounting firm or supporting multiple professionals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Answering multi-line phone system.
• Greeting and assisting clients in the office.
• Organizing office lunches and events during tax season.
• Daily mail distribution and postage preparation.
• Bank deposits, scanning and filing documents.
• Other general administrative duties and projects.

Skills

MS Office

Attention to detail

Organization

Team player

Communication skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

• Location 454 New Holland Avenue,Suite 101,Lancaster, PA, 17602,United States
• Job Category Administrative

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

Brown Plus, a premier accounting and business advisory firm, is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and professional Administrative Assistant to join our Lancaster, PA office! This full-time onsite position will work with our dedicated administrative team to support the firms accounting professionals.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Answering multi-line phone system
• Greeting and assisting clients that stop in the office
• Organizing scheduled office lunches during tax season as well as other various FUN day events
• Minor kitchen duties such as restocking snacks & drinks, loading/unloading dishwasher, keeping the general area tidy
• Daily mail distribution, preparing outgoing packages and postage for USPS, UPS, etc, sometimes needing to drop off at another facility
• Bank Deposits
• Scanning and filing of documents
• Other general administrative duties and projects as assigned

Requirements

• 5+ years' experience in an administrative, client service administrative support role
• Previous experience working in an accounting firm or in a position which supported multiple professionals
• Flexibility to work over time based on workload; specifically during tax season
• Valid Drivers License or reliable transportation

Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications:

• Possess excellent computer skills including proficiency in MS Office
• Ability to stay organized with a strong attention to detail while maintaining accuracy
• Be a team player while also working independently
• Ability to juggle and meet multiple deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Summary

Brown Plus is consistently recognized as a top workplace and leading firm in the region. In 2025, the firm was ranked the #3 Best Place to Work in Pennsylvania (mid-sized category)—its 22nd win—and named the #1 Best Company to Work For in Maryland and a Top 5 Best Place to Work for Women. Nationally, Brown Plus was also ranked a Top 15 Best Accounting Firm to Work For (15-time honoree) and recognized as a 2026 America’s Best Workplaces award recipient. Additionally, the firm was named a Top Regional Firm in the Mid-Atlantic and ranked the #2 CPA firm locally in the Central Penn Business Journal’s 2026 Book of Lists.

Some of the benefits that have led us to winning these recognitions include:

• Competitive compensation
• Healthcare insurance plans and savings accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Discretionary profit-sharing plan after meeting eligibility requirements
• Life insurance, long-term and short-term disability
• Paid vacation, holidays, personal, and sick time
• Paid parental leave

The pay range for this Administrative position is $50,000 to $55,000 and is intended to give candidates an overview of the potential compensation for this role. Actual salary offers may vary based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to: individual qualifications, experience, licensure, skills, geographical location and market conditions. We are committed to equitable pay practices and strive to ensure that our compensation aligns with industry standards.

In addition to our benefits, we support our team members in attaining life balance by balancing professional growth and their personal lives through various programs:

• Although this position is 100% onsite, Brown Plus Workplace by Design, which allows our team flexibility for scheduling appointments during lunch breaks or other times with prior approval.
• Brown Plus Emerging Professionals is a professional development group for our team members with less than 8 years of experience to network and explore topics related to their career development.
• Social events and activities with the Brown Plus Team.

Brown Plus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Brown Plus participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov .