Office Administrator - Accounting Firm | M-F, Growth & Benefits

Express Employment Professionals - Olympia, WA; Washington; On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package

Medical coverage

Paid Sick Leave

Holiday Pay

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Olympia, WA is seeking an Office Administrator to join a professional accounting team. The role follows an Evaluation-to-Hire path with hours from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, plus tax-season schedule expansion. Pay ranges between $24-$27 per hour with a full benefits package on hire.

The ideal candidate will handle phones, emails, scheduling, and basic accounting tasks in a client-focused office. A strong eye for detail and reliable transportation are important.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years of office administration, customer service, or administrative support experience required.
• Strong communication skills and professional demeanor.
• Excellent organization skills with strong attention to detail.
• Comfort with Microsoft Office, Excel, Google Workspace, and cloud-based systems.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or QuickBooks is a plus.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
• Must have a Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to run errands.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary in-office point of contact for clients, answering phones, emails, and greeting visitors professionally.
• Manage calendars, appointments, and scheduling for multiple team members.
• Receive and process payments, prepare deposits, and assist with administrative accounting tasks.
• Coordinate client onboarding and maintain accurate records and files.
• Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and efficient office environment.
• Assist with daily workflow coordination and administrative support during busy tax season.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Microsoft Office

Excel

Google Workspace

Attention to detail

Professional demeanor

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Google Workspace

Cloud-based systems

QuickBooks

Job description

Express Employment Professionals in Olympia, WA is seeking an Office Administrator to join a professional accounting team. The role follows an Evaluation-to-Hire path with hours from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, plus tax-season schedule expansion. Pay ranges between $24-$27 per hour with a full benefits package on hire.

The ideal candidate will handle phones, emails, scheduling, and basic accounting tasks in a client-focused office. A strong eye for detail and reliable transportation are important.