Receptionist

Current; Fair Lawn (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Becker and LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

Savastano Kaufman is seeking an organized Administrative Assistant in Fair Lawn, NJ to support the CPA firm team and deliver an exceptional client experience. You will assist with day-to-day operations, scheduling, client communications, file management, and general administrative tasks.

This role suits a customer-service-focused professional who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and wants growth within a professional services firm.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of administrative, customer service, or hospitality experience preferred.
• Experience within a CPA firm, accounting firm, or professional services environment is a plus.
• Strong technology skills and ability to learn new systems quickly.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and visitors and manage reception desk responsibilities.
• Answer and route incoming phone calls.
• Coordinate client scheduling, follow-up, and communications.
• Provide administrative support to firm principals and team members, including calendar management, scheduling, and timekeeping.
• Prepare agendas, reports, presentations, and materials for client meetings and other business activities.
• Organize and maintain client files, records, and referral partner information.
• Coordinate bulk mailings and client outreach.
• Provide exceptional customer service and respond to client needs in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain accuracy and quality across administrative work and client materials.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Assist with the final assembly of client tax documents and electronic filing of tax returns.
• Provide additional administrative and office support as needed.

Skills

Administrative experience

Customer service

Hospitality experience

Tech literacy

Time management

Communication skills

Job description

About the Company

At Current, everything starts with people. We believe that when you invest in talent through opportunity, development, and support, you unlock growth for individuals, firms, and clients alike. That’s why we’ve built a platform designed to give our people access to more: more learning, more collaboration, and more ways to grow their careers than any single firm could offer on its own.
Founded in 2023, Currenthas rapidly become one of the fastest-growing accounting platforms in the country, partnering with more than 40 leading accounting firms across the United States. Today, our community includes over 2,000 professionals, 30+ offices nationwide, and a growing global workforce that supports clients around the world. Backed by Thrive Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, and Springdale Industries, Current is investing heavily in technology, artificial intelligence, and workforce innovation to help modernize the profession. Our leadership team has a proven track record of building and scaling successful businesses, with prior ventures generating more than $3 billion in combined enterprise value.
We’re building something bigger than a traditional accounting firm: a platform where talented people can grow faster, learn more, and do more meaningful work. Whether you join Current, one of our partner firms, or our global team, you’ll be part of a community shaping the future of the profession.

Administrative Assistant

About Savastano Kaufman

Savastano Kaufman is a forward-thinking CPA firm located in Fair Lawn, NJ, providing accounting, tax, IRS resolution, and consulting services to individuals and small to mid-sized businesses. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional, personalized service to every client.

Position Summary

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support our team and help create an exceptional client experience. This individual will assist with day-to-day office operations, scheduling, client communications, file management, and administrative support.
This is an excellent opportunity for a customer service-focused professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and is interested in growing with a professional services firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet clients and visitors and manage reception desk responsibilities.

• Answer and route incoming phone calls.

• Coordinate client scheduling, follow-up, and communications.

• Provide administrative support to firm principals and team members, including calendar management, scheduling, and timekeeping.

• Prepare agendas, reports, presentations, and materials for client meetings and other business activities.

• Organize and maintain client files, records, and referral partner information.

• Coordinate bulk mailings and client outreach.

• Provide exceptional customer service and respond to client needs in a timely and professional manner.

• Maintain accuracy and quality across administrative work and client materials.

• Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.

• Assist with the final assembly of client tax documents and electronic filing of tax returns.

• Provide additional administrative and office support as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of administrative, customer service, or hospitality experience preferred.

• Experience within a CPA firm, accounting firm, or other professional services environment is a plus.

• Strong technology skills and ability to learn new systems quickly.

• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Professional, client-service-oriented approach.

• Desire to learn, grow, and develop through continued training.

Compensation & Benefits

The total rewards package at Current includes base salary and benefits.
We provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)

• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and accident insurance

• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions

• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.