Sharp Point Employment Opportunities

Are YOU Our Next Superstar?

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OFFICE COORDINATOR/ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Growing accounting firm seeks a versatile, quick learning admin assistant to work mainly remotely, but at times, onsite in our Elgin office (90 and 31) in a part-time role (approximately 10-15 hours per week). The ideal candidate wants to excel in their own life and is looking for a long-term commitment. You will be supporting our CFO, Office Manager, and our accounting team performing administrative functions and your success in this role will provide the opportunity for growth in hours, and responsibility.

Responsibilities will include document/electronic file maintenance, communication between team members, coordinating client and networking appointments, managing vendor relationships, light internal billing/bookkeeping, and maintaining office supplies, equipment, and company databases. You will be working with a dynamic team and a supportive leader in an environment that values your contribution to our clients and our firm.

Top-notch candidates will demonstrate above-average PC skills (Windows, Microsoft Office 365 Suite, and a variety of other current software), a flexible, cheerful disposition, and awesome problem-solving abilities. You will have a desire to continually learn new skills and a friendly, slightly outgoing personality will help to propel you to success within our organization.

Responsibilities include:

  • Electronic Document Management

  • File Maintenance

  • Schedule Coordination

  • Light Internal Bookkeeping

  • Office Supply Management

  • Answering phones

  • Equipment Maintenance

  • Team Support

You might be the right fit if you have these qualities & skills:

  • Ability to master new software applications and skills quickly.

  • Accurate and detail orientated.

  • Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and a heart for doing your best.

  • Thrive in a fast paced environment.

  • Reliable and motivated self-starter.

  • Can transition from one task to another seamlessly.

  • Must possess efficient time management skills and demonstrate excellent follow-up and ability to meet deadlines.

If the above describes you, please forward your resume and your answers to the questions below to careers@sharppointbooks.com.

We look forward to hearing from you and the possibility of adding you to our team.

1)  What would your next steps be if you found out you had made a material error on something?
2) How do you organize yourself to stay on top of multiple important projects/deadlines?
3) What have you done in the past 6 months to add value to your employer? To add value to yourself?

About Sharp Point Accounting Solutions:

We are a full-service accounting, tax, advisory and consulting firm serving small business clients in Kane, Lake, McHenry and Cook Counties since 2011. Our services include accounting, full-charge bookkeeping, payroll administration, tax compliance and resolution, CFO and Controller services, small business consulting, and QuickBooks training and support.

We offer competitive wages, holiday and vacation pay, a retirement savings plan and health insurance for eligible employees; as well as the opportunity to work and grow in a supportive, professional and fun environment.