PT-FT Office Assistant at Tax Accounting Firm

We are a small Family Tax and Accounting Firm located on Great Neck Rd. in Virginia Beach. We are in need of a reception desk person to answer phones, take accurate messages, greet clients and help them with their inquiries as well as doing intake and updating client files. There will be light housekeeping duties as well as errands to run. Transportation is a must. The Office Assistant will also be supporting staff for the Accountant/Tax preparers as needed to include but not limited to marking and adding up statements, scanning and filing, data entry, and shredding. Experience with Microsoft Office is necessary and Quick Books knowledge is a plus. The hours will vary based on the time of year but usually between 28 and 35. On most days you will open the office, punctuality is required. As you learn more your hours will increase as well as your pay rate. The right candidate will have strong customer service skills and communication skills, oral and written. You will need to be detail oriented, self-motivated, and able to muti task. You must be able to work independently and sit for long periods of time. Integrity and discretion handling confidential information is of the upmost importance. We are looking to fill this position by mid-January or sooner.