Temporary Administrative Assistant

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Job Description:

Looking to work at a firm with an unbeatable culture?

Withum is a forward-thinking, technology-driven advisory and accounting firm, helping clients to Be in a Position of StrengthSM in today's modern business landscape. Withum empowers clients with innovative tools and solutions to address their accounting, tax and overall business management needs. Withum is a place where talent thrives. We recruit only the best and brightest people, with a genuine passion for the business.

This position is for the Fall 2026 tax busy season from August 17th through October 16th. This person will be responsible for providing a broad spectrum of support to the tax department in a fast-paced, challenging and rewarding environment. Requirements include people, communication, organizational, technical and processing skills, as well as the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Applicants are expected to be on site in the office and need to thrive in a collaborative work environment.

Withum's brand is a reflection of our people, our culture and our strength. Withum has become synonymous with teamwork and client service excellence. The cornerstone of our success can truly be accredited to the dedicated professionals who work here every day, whose mission is to help our clients grow and thrive - to be in a position of strength. But our commitment goes beyond our clients as we continue to live theWithum Way, promoting personal and professional growth for all team members, clients, and surrounding communities.

How You'll Spend Your Time:

• Processing, assembling and delivering tax returns, extensions and estimates

• Flexibility to work additional hours during peak periods

• Scanning and/or download of client documents via firm software

• Working independently and collaboratively to ensure completeness, accuracy and timeliness of workflows to meet deadlines

• Being a positive team player for the tax administrative team and tax department

The Kinds of People We Want to Talk to:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business, accounting or related field

• Experience in tax administrative support work, office practices and administrative procedures

• Tech savvy with the ability and desire to embrace necessary software applications

• Proven ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while maintaining a sense of calm and humor

• Superior organizational, multi-tasking and follow-through skills with strong attention given to details and deadlines

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Proficiency with all Microsoft applications

• Open to constructive feedback and on-going self-improvement

Software:

• CCH Access ("XCM")

• GoSystem tax software

• SurePrep/TaxCaddy

• Box

• SafeSend

• Microsoft 365

The compensation for this position ranges from $22.00 - $26.00 per hour. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual's skills, experience and qualifications.

WithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.