Office Assistant

Christianson CPAs & Consultants; Sauk Centre (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,764; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal Time Off

Holidays

Flexible Schedule

Health care coverage

Dental

Aflac

Life, Disability, and AD & D Insurance

401(k) savings plan

Continuing education support

CPA exam support

Job summary

Christianson CPAs & Consultants is seeking a Client Delivery Assistant for their Sauk Centre office. In this role, you will manage daily operations during the tax season, preparing tax returns and providing administrative support. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, with prior office experience preferred. Benefits include flexible schedules, health care coverage, and support for CPA exams.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience preferred in an office setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients and other staff.
• Quickly adapts to and navigates between various software applications.

Responsibilities

• Handle sensitive information and prepare tax returns for clients.
• Perform miscellaneous duties related to the tax return lifecycle.
• Provide administrative assistance for firm functions.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Detail-oriented mindset

Analytical thinking

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Client Delivery Assistant to support our Sauk Centre office. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring smooth daily operations, particularly during our busiest period, tax season (December through April). Your responsibilities will include handling sensitive information, preparing and presenting tax returns to clients, and providing essential administrative support across all departments. Additionally, you will assist with firm‑wide administrative tasks such as scheduling travel, coordinating conferences, and supporting local events. The ideal candidate is professional, resourceful, and efficient, with strong organizational skills. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy contributing to a well‑functioning team, we encourage you to apply.

Examples of the Duties

• Use specialized software programs to facilitate a steady and accurate workflow.
• Collate tax returns and financial statements.
• Perform miscellaneous duties related to the tax return lifecycle (appointment preparation, pulling files, updates in tax software, etc.).
• Answer phones, direct calls, and take appropriate messages as needed.
• Prepare mailings.
• Communicate with clients, employees, and other individuals to answer questions, share, or explain information.
• Provide administrative assistance for firm functions, and to all departments and staff.
• Be an active participant in business development and cultivate relationships to strengthen both yourself and the firm.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Staff, Seniors, Supervisors, Managers, or Partners.

Qualifications & Characteristics

• A High School diploma or equivalent is required. An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience preferred in an office setting.
• Quickly adapts to and navigates between various software applications.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with clients and other staff.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills, and a detail‑oriented mindset.
• Can work independently, but also work effectively with a team.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Other Information About the Position

• Location – on‑site in our Sauk Centre, MN office.
• Hours are normally Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. CST. The office is open daily from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with flexibility during seasons. Additional availability is required during peak tax season (December to April). Summer offers reduced hours and Fridays off. Modifications to coverage are possible.

Benefits

• Personal Time Off
• Holidays
• Flexible Schedule to help with Work/Life Balance
• Health care coverage
• Dental
• Aflac
• Life, Disability, and AD & D Insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Continuing education support, including the cost of training and annual licensing
• CPA exam support
• Employee and Business Development referral programs

Equal‑Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Compensation

Hourly range: $20.00 – $24.51