Part-Time Receptionist

Brown Edwards; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Profit Sharing Plan

Competitive compensation

Flexible working options

Educational support for CPA exam or additional designations

Participation in professional and civic organizations

Job summary

A top accounting firm in Christiansburg, VA, is looking for a Part-Time Receptionist to be the first point of contact for clients and provide administrative support. This role involves managing phone calls, greeting visitors, and handling various office tasks. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, administrative experience, and a high school diploma, with opportunities for professional development and competitive benefits. The working hours are from 10am to 3pm, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of administrative experience in a professional service firm.
• Intermediate to advanced level Microsoft Office Suite experience.
• Ability to effectively utilize multi-line telephone system.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors as the first point of contact.
• Manage multi-line telephone operations.
• Coordinate meeting and conference call arrangements.
• Process and send tax returns to clients.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Job description

A Top 100 Firm, Brown Edwards provides assurance, tax and business advisory services to a diverse clientele. With a firm-wide staff of approximately 450 professionals, our accounting firm is one of the largest independent CPA firms in the Virginia / West Virginia / Tennessee region. We support individuals and businesses ranging from small companies to large corporations. Our success is directly attributable to an unyielding commitment to excellence in every aspect of our work.

Core Values: Integrity : Community : Respect : Excellence : Transformative

We are seeking a Part-Time Receptionist to join our team in Christiansburg, VA!

The Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for clients and visitors, both in person and on the phone, while providing administrative support to the firm. The Receptionist uses established administrative systems, procedures, and policies to support daily functions, while also monitoring and completing various administrative projects. This is a Part-Time position with work hours from 10am-3pm, Monday-Friday.

What your day looks like:

• Greets visitors by serving as first point of client contact in person and via phone.
• Manages multi-line telephone by answering phones, giving information to callers, taking messages, and transferring calls to appropriate individuals.
• Operates office equipment, such as fax machines, copiers, scanners, binding equipment or phone systems. Arranges for repairs when equipment malfunctions.
• Coordinates meeting and conference call arrangements, including coordination of rooms, technical resources, and catering.
• Provides reception & office services relief, such as mail, file, and ordering/stocking kitchen and office supplies as needed.
• Aids in maintaining the professional appearance of conference rooms and common areas.
• Processes, e-files, and sends tax returns to clients.
• Receives and sends correspondence by mail, e-mail, client portals and fax.
• Assists with expense report submissions.
• Updates client information in appropriate systems.
• Prepares daily cash receipt deposits.
• Works sufficient hours in order to complete projects assigned.

What you need for this role:

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• An Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration is preferred.
• 3+ years of administrative experience in a professional service firm.
• Intermediate to advanced level Microsoft Office Suite experience.
• Displays superior verbal and written communication skills, including advanced knowledge of current grammar and punctuation standards.
• Capable of working and communicating effectively with professionals at all levels.
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment and handle multiple projects/tasks with attention to detail.
• Ability to successfully multi-task while working independently or in coordination with other administrative or management professionals.
• Ability to effectively utilize multi-line telephone system.

What you can expect from us:

• 401K Profit Sharing Plan with Pre‑tax and Roth deferral options and employer match.
• Competitive compensation and annual merit considerations.
• Annual and engagement‑based performance assessments.
• Firm‑wide Peer Recognition and Rewards platform to support our culture of year‑round positive feedback and communication.
• Flexible working options with generous PTO.
• “Dress for Your Day” policy.
• Whether you aspire to pass the CPA exam or pursue an additional designation, we offer educational support and Continuing Professional Education (CPE) programs to help you achieve your goals!
• Participation in professional and civic organizations is encouraged! Brown Edwards is proud to be deeply involved in many charitable organizations that give back to our communities. We even offer reimbursements for some membership dues.
• Collaborative work groups or “niches” provide opportunity to work closely with Partners and Directors, allowing you to learn, grow, and build your career.

Brown Edwards provides equal employment to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.