We are looking for a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Assistant to the COO to support the daily operations of our firm. This vital role is instrumental in maintaining efficient workflows, facilitating internal communication, and enabling our COO to operate at maximum effectiveness.
The ideal candidate will bring exceptional administrative and multitasking skills, a strong sense of discretion, and a background in public accounting. Experience with public accounting software is a significant plus and will enable faster onboarding and stronger operational support.
Responsibilities
- Assist the COO in daily operations and strategic planning
- Support daily operations and streamline communication and processes between departments and various office locations
- Coordinate meetings and prepare necessary documentation
- Manage communication between departments and third party vendors
- Track project progress and report on key metrics
- Support the development and implementation of operational policies
- Provide administrative support for internal operations such as marketing, HR, billing, reporting, etc.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related fieldExtensive experience in an administrative or operational role requiredPrior experience in a public accounting firm is highly desirableSkills and Abilities
Familiarity with data analysis and reportingStrong organizational and multitasking abilitiesProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools (VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables)Familiarity with public accounting software (e.g., CCH, CaseWare, QuickBooks, etc.) is beneficialExceptional organizational and time management abilitiesDiscretion, professionalism, and the ability to handle confidential informationExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work as a contributing team member