Job Summary - Administrative Assistant/Receptionist
Willis & Jurasek, a long-established and respected CPA firm in Jackson, Michigan, is seeking a friendly, organized, and dependable Receptionist to become an important part of our team. As the first point of contact for our clients, you will play an important role in creating a welcoming and professional experience while supporting the smooth operation of our office.
This is a full-time, on-site position. The successful candidate must be able to reliably commute to our office and work on-site five days per week, Monday through Friday.
Key Responsibilities
- Greet clients and visitors in a warm, professional manner
- Answer and direct incoming telephone calls and respond to general inquiries
- Schedule appointments and assist with coordinating client visits
- Receive, sort, and distribute mail and other correspondence
- Maintain an organized and welcoming reception area
- Provide general administrative support to the accounting team as needed
- Assist with documents, scanning, filing, photocopying, and other routine office tasks
- Communicate with clients, staff, and professional contacts courteously and confidentially
- Help ensure the front office operates smoothly and efficiently
Qualifications
- A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience in reception, administration, customer service, or a similar office environment
- Experience working in an accounting firm or professional services environment is highly desirable, but not required
- Experience in QuickBooks Desktop is highly desirable, but not required
- Good computer skills and the ability to learn office software and systems
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A friendly, professional, and approachable manner
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- The ability to manage multiple responsibilities while remaining organized and composed
- Sound judgment and an understanding of the importance of client confidentiality
- Reliability, punctuality, and a positive team-oriented attitude
- Ability and willingness to work overtime hours, including Saturdays, during tax season
We welcome applicants with a variety of professional backgrounds. While accounting-firm experience is an advantage, we are interested in candidates who demonstrate strong professionalism, organization, client-service skills, and a genuine desire to contribute to a successful team.
Benefits
- Full-time, stable employment with an established professional firm
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Opportunities for additional compensation through bonuses
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Paid overtime opportunities during tax season, including Saturday hours
- Regular Monday–Friday business hours outside of tax season
- Health and dental benefits (payment in lieu of ins. available if already have a plan)
- SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with employer contributions, available to employees who meet the plan’s eligibility requirements
- A professional, respectful, and supportive team environment
If you are an organized and personable professional who enjoys helping people and being at the heart of a busy office, we would love to hear from you.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position via email to [email protected].
No phone calls, please. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Experience:
- QuickBooks Desktop: 3 years (Required)
- Administrative/Receptionist: 3 years (Required)
Language:
Ability to Commute:
- Jackson, MI 49201 (Required)
Work Location: In person
