Overview:

Johnson Messal Bristow PLLC is seeking a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to join our firm.  The ideal candidate will be highly organized, with an energetic and positive personality and strong administrative, interpersonal, and communication skills.

About Us:

Johnson Messal Bristow PLLC is a mid-sized boutique Tax, Accounting, Compliance and Advisory firm based in Bradenton, Florida. We serve individuals and families seeking compliant and comprehensive tax and accounting guidance, planning and solutions.

Our business has been based on word of mouth and reputable referrals for years. Our high ethical standards contribute to the long-standing relationships we have within the community that we are so proudly a part of. We take pride in being a progressive tax advisory firm. Our team is valued and invested in.

Pay Range & Schedule:

Salary range: $18 - $22 per hour

Schedule: Weekdays from 8:00am - 5:00pm with a one hour lunch break.

Benefits:

• 401(k) & Profit-Sharing plan

• 401(k) matching

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Disability insurance

• Company sponsored life insurance

• Generous PTO policy

• Competitive Salary

Duties and responsibilities:

• Provide a positive and professional impression of our firm during all interactions with clients.

• Learn and understand the firm’s practice areas and services to be able to provide basic information to clients and potential clients.

• Establish rapport and develop positive relationships with clients while ensuring their needs are being met.

• Greet visitors and provide exceptional hospitality to any clients that visit the office in person.

• Answer and direct a high volume of incoming phone calls.

• Monitor, respond to, and forward incoming emails from the main firm email inbox.

• Maintain client records and document relevant client activities and discussions.

• Assist with receiving, sorting, and processing incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.

• Assist with managing Partner’s calendars and scheduling client meetings.

• Provide support to the administrative department in a variety of tasks as assigned.

• Maintain lobby, conference room, and staff break room, ensuring cleanliness and all hospitality items remain fully stocked.

• Set up and clean up staff lunches and team building events in office.

Skills & Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent

• At least 1 year working in a professional/office environment

• Previous experience with a CPA or law firm preferred (will train the right candidate)

• Exceptional communication and people skills

• Ability to type 40 wpm minimum

• High level of computer competency and ability to learn new software

• Ability to work with a high level of confidentiality

• Multi-tasking and time management

• Remains calm under stressful situations and deadlines

• Ability to remain organized and focused in a busy office environment

Growth Opportunities:

We are urgently hiring for the position as outlined above to train and integrate the right candidate onto our team in preparation for our upcoming busy season (generally January – April).  There is opportunity for significant growth and progression on our team upon completion of a successful busy season.