Job Details

Legal Administrative Assistant

Accounting Firm

$26.00-$30.00 per hour

Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Columbus, Ohio (onsite)

Temp to Hire

Why You'll Love This Job:

• After being hired on, the following benefits are offered:
• Full benefits and 401K after hired on
• Competitive base salary
• Lunch provided once per week
• Collaborative, team-oriented office environment in Easton

What You'll Do:

• Work directly with partners, accounting professionals, and the administrative team to support day-to-day office and client needs
• Review audit workpapers for accuracy, including client information, formatting, and overall professionalism
• Format, update, and prepare client workpapers using Adobe, Excel, and audit software
• Compare client financial statements to audit workpapers to ensure accuracy and consistency
• Manage the client portal and maintain/update client records within the accounting system
• Handle a high volume of work while maintaining strong attention to detail and adherence to established processes and procedures
• Communicate with clients via phone and in person, answering questions and helping resolve issues
• Support monthly client billing and invoicing, including applying payments within the accounting software
• Assist with a variety of administrative and operational tasks that may vary day-to-day depending on the needs of the office

What We're Looking For:

• 5+ years of professional office experience in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Paralegal experience strongly preferred
• Highly organized and self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing polished, professional work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with comfort interacting with both colleagues and clients
• Advanced Adobe proficiency (5/5 level) required; strong skills in Excel and general office software
• Ability to learn new systems and software quickly
• Team-oriented with strong collaboration and time-management skills
• A 4-year degree is preferred, though not required

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