Tax Administrative Assistant
Robert Half · Baton Rouge, LA · 4 days ago
On-siteAdministrativeFull-time
Responsibilities
- Manage the electronic submission of tax returns to appropriate agencies, monitoring filings for completeness and resolving routine issues to maintain dependable processing.
- Create and update client profiles, maintain job and project records, and assist with billing activities to ensure information remains accurate and current.
- Prepare correspondence, filing extensions, wage and information reporting documents, and other tax support materials with careful proofreading and quality review.
- Handle outgoing mail and support document workflow activities such as scanning, indexing, and routing files within a paperless environment.
- Cook up calendars for department meetings, training sessions, and other internal events to keep schedules organized and participants informed.
- Provide day-to-day administrative support to tax professionals by assisting with document processing, intake tasks, and general office coordination.
- Answer inbound calls and manage communications professionally, directing requests appropriately and helping maintain responsive client service.
- Contribute to special assignments and process improvements that enhance efficiency, consistency, and overall department performance.
Requirements
- At least 3 years of administrative experience, preferably in accounting, tax, client support services, or another fast-paced business setting.
- High school diploma required.
- Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe applications.
- Strong data entry skills with experience maintaining databases and electronic records accurately.
- Familiarity with tax support functions such as e-filing, billing, and tax document preparation; experience with CCH ProSystem or similar software is preferred.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with careful attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to build positive working relationships, handle multiple tasks efficiently, and contribute effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Qualifications
None specified.
Skills
- Administrative experience
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Data entry
- Tax support functions
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Teamwork
Benefits
None specified.
Pay
Not specified.
Schedule
Not specified.