Administrative Assistant - Accounting Firm

Veritas Planning Advisors - CPA

Somerville, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Administrative Skills, Billing, Bookkeeping, Business Growth, Calendar Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Data Entry, Detail Oriented, Develop and Maintain Customers, Fax Machines, File Maintenance, Financial Services, Intuit Quickbooks, Microsoft Office, Office Management, Operations, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Services, Proofreading, Record Keeping, Returns Processing, Spreadsheets, Tax Planning, Tax Returns, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Veritas Product Family
LOCATION
Somerville, NJ
POSTED
Today

Veritas Planning Advisors is a tech-forward CPA firm serving professionals and growing businesses with tax planning and preparation, bookkeeping, payroll, and financial advisory services. The team combines strong client service with efficient processes to help clients stay organized, informed, and prepared throughout the year.

As an Administrative Assistant, you will play an important role in keeping daily operations running smoothly and supporting the work that helps clients and internal teams stay on track. This role is well suited to someone who is organized, responsive, and comfortable working across administrative and client-facing tasks in a fast-paced accounting environment.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare client documents, organize records, and maintain accurate administrative files.
  • Assist with billing, data entry, and general bookkeeping-related administrative tasks.
  • Assemble and process tax returns for both electronic and hard copy delivery to clients.
  • Compose, maintain and update client engagement letters.
  • Arrange spreadsheets and miscellaneous reports as requested.
  • Assist with drafting new client forms.
  • Assist with tax workflow tracking and act as a liaison for tax staff to ensure these are addressed & meet deadlines.
  • Answer phones and emails while providing professional support to clients and staff.
  • Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate daily office activities efficiently.
  • Assist with various other administrative assignments and special projects as they arise including mailings, faxing, filing, copying, scanning, etc.

Requirements

  • Associate degree or coursework in accounting.
  • Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and accurate data entry skills.
  • Experience with QuickBooks and billing tools.
  • Experience answering client calls and emails in a professional office setting.
  • Experience handling scheduling and follow-ups in a professional office.
  • 2-5 years of experience in an administrative or office management role is required; a CPA firm or similar professional services environment is preferred
  • Strong attention to detail, proofreading, and problem-solving skills.
  • Genuine interest in learning new skills and applying technology to work smarter

Benefits

  • SIMPLE IRA with company match
  • Paid Time Off

About the Company

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Veritas Planning Advisors - CPA