Office Manager - Part-time

Responsibilities: Serve as the central administrative and client-service point person for the firmManage incoming client communications, phone calls, emails, scheduling, and general client requestsCoordinate tax return workflow, including tracking returns, outstanding information, due dates, extensions, e-file authorizations, and completed filingsHandle tax return assembly and processing, including scanning, organizing, uploading, and maintaining client documentsMaintain the firm's monthly and annual due-date tracking system and proactively follow up with staff and clients on outstanding itemsManage electronic filing procedures, including Forms 8879, e-file acknowledgments, rejected returns, and confirmation of accepted filingsCoordinate client appointments and maintain the firm's calendars and scheduling systemsAssist with billing, invoicing, payment follow-up, and other administrative accounting functionsMaintain accurate electronic client files and assist with document-management projectsProvide administrative support to the firm's CPA/accounting professionalsHelp manage office operations, supplies, mail, incoming documents, and day-to-day office needsDuring peak tax periods, take ownership of administrative workflow so professional staff can remain focused on tax preparation and client workJob RequirementsQualifications: Must have a High School Diploma or GEDAssociate or bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, finance, office administration, or a related field preferred, but not requiredPrior experience in a CPA firm, law firm, financial-services firm, or other deadline-driven professional-services environment is strongly preferredTax-season or CPA-firm experience is a major plus, particularly familiarity with tax documents, e-filing, extensions, Forms 8879, and tax-return processingBeing extremely organized and detail-oriented is a major requirement for this positionMust have strong written and verbal communication skills with a professional, personable client-service approachMust be able to take ownership of tasks and follow them through to completion without constant supervisionProficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and general office technology, with the ability to learn new technology quickly is neededExperience working with document-management, workflow, CRM, or practice-management systems is highly desirableMust be comfortable working in a small, growing firm where responsibilities are broad and everyone pitches inAbility to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive financial and personal information is mandatoryMust be dependable and willing to work additional hours during peak periods, particularly February through April and September through OctoberMust be looking to become a long-term, integral member of the firm rather than simply perform a defined set of administrative tasksOnly candidates that can pass a background check and drug screen will be considered. Area Temps still believes that the best way to serve both our employees and our customers is through personal service. To apply for this Part-time Office Manager position, please submit your resume to lakewood@areatemps.com, call (216) 706-7347, or TEXT "your name & 180867" to (216) 227-3133.

Additional Information: For over 35 years, Area Temps has been committed to providing Northeast Ohio companies with office staffing services, technical, skilled trades, industrial and professional staffing solutions. We measure our success by the thousands of people who have accepted permanent positions with our client companies, either through a direct hire or after successfully completing an initial temporary assignment. Meet Your RecruiterLakewood OfficeWith almost 40 years experience in Greater Cleveland and thousands of people employed successfully each year, Area Temps still believes that the best way to serve both our employees and our customers is through personal service. When you apply online, we'll review your work skills and location preferences within 24 hours. Qualified candidates will be contacted to arrange for a personal interview, and our personnel supervisors will work with you to find the perfect assignment.