Part-Time Accounting and Administrative position

Founded in 1986, TSS has grown to become the largest professional advisory firm headquartered in New Hampshire. With over 90 employees dedicated to the broad range of clients and mix of services seldom seen in a local firm, we have experience and expertise to assist our clients in meeting their goals, whether individuals or business entities, regardless of their size or industry.

Founded in 1986, TSS has grown to become the largest professional advisory firm headquartered in New Hampshire. With over 90 employees dedicated to the broad range of clients and mix of services seldom seen in a local firm, we have experience and expertise to assist our clients in meeting their goals, whether individuals or business entities, regardless of their size or industry.

We need to be knowledgeable not only in accounting and tax law, but also in business analysis and valuation, estate planning, employee benefit administration and much more.

This will accelerate our strategic growth model by providing access to new resources and additional partnership opportunities.

you’re a valued member of a community that supports & celebrates your professional & personal fulfillment. Our mission is to transform the public accounting experience into one where work-life harmony is a reality, and where your career advancement is supported by a nurturing network and comprehensive resources.

Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a modern platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while having access to resources of a large firm. These resources include growth capital, robust talent acquisition, best-of-breed technology, a catalytic leadership system, shared back‑office services, and modernized equity incentives.

Founded in January 2023, Ascend has already attained revenues sufficient to qualify as a Top 30 U.Explore Ascend, where your career soars without sacrificing your quality of life.

Administrative Assistant – Part Time

The Administrative Assistant provides essential administrative and operational support to the accounting firm. This position helps maintain an organized, professional, and efficient office while supporting accountants, managers, partners, and clients. The ideal candidate is detail‑oriented, dependable, service‑focused, and comfortable handling confidential financial and client information.

This is a part‑time position with a target of 25 hours per week, averaged across the year. We are a deadline‑driven industry with a high volume of work between January and April; ideally this candidate could exceed 25 hours per week at times during this season, then scale back during the summer months to balance out to the 25‑hour average.

Answer and direct incoming phone calls, emails, and other client communications.

Prepare, format, scan, copy, organize, and distribute documents.

Track incoming client documents and follow up on outstanding information.

Support tax return, bookkeeping, payroll, and accounting administration.

Enter and update client and contact information in firm systems.

Prepare engagement letters, correspondence, checklists, mailing labels, and other administrative materials.

Assist with document assembly, quality‑control checklists, and delivery of completed client work.

Process incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and courier deliveries.

Order office supplies and maintain office inventory.Coordinate office equipment, maintenance requests, and vendor communications.

Perform other administrative duties and special projects as needed.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Three or more years of administrative, office, customer service, or accounting‑office experience.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.

Experience working in a public accounting, tax, bookkeeping, or professional‑services firm.

Familiarity with tax‑season workflows and/or client document collection.

Experience with electronic document‑management and workflow systems.

Associate degree or coursework in business administration, accounting, or a related field.

This position is performed in a professional office environment. During tax season and other peak periods, the Administrative Assistant may be expected to work additional hours or adjust priorities to meet firm deadlines.

Ability to use a computer and telephone regularly.

Ability to perform routine office tasks, including filing, copying, scanning, and organizing documents.

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