Personal and Business Assistant

Personal & Business Assistant - Austin, TX ($23-24/hour) Location: Austin, TX (100% In-Office) Pay: $23-24/hour, with bonus potential Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-6:00 PM, plus overtime during tax season, including weekends We are seeking a dependable, organized Personal & Business Assistant to support our busy tax and consulting office with administrative, clerical, and document management responsibilities. This is an evaluation-to-hire opportunity offering long-term stability and growth. The ideal candidate enjoys organization, takes pride in accuracy, and is comfortable handling large volumes of documents in a fast-paced office environment. This role is critical to ensuring tax returns, client files, and office records are prepared, organized, and delivered accurately and on time. The office owner is also involved with nonprofit organizations related to hunting and outdoorsmen. While this position primarily supports the tax and consulting business, the successful candidate should be comfortable with occasional exposure to projects, communications, or activities related to those organizations. No tax or accounting experience is required. We will train the right person. Strong Excel skills are a plus. We are not a stuffy corporate office. We have a casual dress code, maintain a family-oriented work environment, and many of our employees have been with us for years. We value teamwork, flexibility, and a willingness to help wherever needed. The ideal candidate is someone who wants to become part of an established team, not redefine the role, choose only certain responsibilities, or set their own schedule. This position is 100% in-office. Remote or hybrid work is not available and is not expected to become part of this role in the future. Key Responsibilities: Prepare, assemble, copy, scan, and organize tax returns and supporting documentation. Create, maintain, and file physical and electronic client records. Prepare completed tax returns and client packages for delivery, mailing, or electronic distribution. Manage incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and document deliveries. Answer phones, greet visitors, and assist with general office administration. Assist with data entry, recordkeeping, and document management. Run business-related errands, including bank deposits, post office visits, and document delivery. Drive the owner to meetings, events, and appointments. Pitch in wherever needed and help solve problems as they aris Qualifications: Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy when handling confidential documents. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Professional communication and customer service abilities. Comfortable performing repetitive clerical tasks with consistency and accuracy. Microsoft Office proficiency, especially Excel. Valid driver's license, proof of insurance, and a reasonably clean driving record. Enjoys driving and is comfortable making regular local trips for business-related errands and deliveries. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information. Comfortable with occasional exposure to the outdoor sports, hunting, shooting sports, and wildlife conservation communities through the owner's affiliated nonprofit activities. Additional Information: Evaluation-to-Hire: This is a full-time evaluation-to-hire opportunity. Upon successful completion of the evaluation period and mutual agreement to continue employment, an increase in compensation may be offered. Compensation & Benefits: Competitive starting pay of $23-24/hour, bonus potential, and reimbursement for approved business expenses. Peak Season: Additional hours will be required during tax season to support client filing deadlines. #J-18808-Ljbffr Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East