Front Office Administrative Assistant

Piaker & Lyons; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Piaker & Lyons, P.C., a professional CPA firm in New York, seeks a Front Office Administrative Assistant to be the first contact for clients and support daily operations on a 35-40 hour schedule. Ideal candidates are professional, organized, client-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with proficiency in Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Confidentiality and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; an associate degree preferred.
• Experience as receptionist/administrative assistant or office support preferred.
• Experience in an accounting, financial services, legal, or other professional office is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and manage front desk duties; serve as the first point of contact.
• Support daily office operations and scheduling to ensure smooth workflow.
• Assist with document preparation and basic administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Initiative

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Position Summary

The Front Office Administrative Assistant serves Piaker & Lyons, P.C., a professional and client-focused CPA firm, as the first point of contact for clients while supporting daily office operations 35-40 hours per week. The ideal candidate is professional, organized, client-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred
• Previous receptionist, administrative assistant, or office support experience preferred
• Experience in an accounting, financial services, legal, or other professional office is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Desired Traits

• Friendly and professional demeanor with clients and staff
• Dependable and punctual
• Team-oriented with a willingness to help others
• Takes initiative and works independently
• Comfortable learning new technology and office systems
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

Company Description

PNLCPA.COM
Certified Public Accountants