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Temporary Receptionist – Administrative Assistant

Polk and Associates, PLC – a public accounting firm, is looking for a responsible Receptionist / Administrative Assistant to perform a variety of administrative tasks during our busy season of January through April. Duties of the Administrative Assistant include answering telephones, and general administrative activities. This position would be located at our St. Clair Shores office.

Job Responsibilities:

Answer and direct phone calls

Scanning

Data Entry

Servicing clients

Maintain an electronic filing system.

Order office supplies

Order lunches

Provide general support to clients and staff.

Skills:

Proven experience as a receptionist and administrative assistant

Working knowledge of office equipment, such as printers, scanners and binding machines

Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, and MS Word, in particular)

Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment during peak tax season.

Attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task

Good communication verbal and written skills

Job Requirements:

• 1+ years in a public accounting firm or professional office environment preferred

• 2+ years of hands-on experience with MS Office Suite

• 2+ years of hands-on experience and proficiency with databases and technology

• Ability to multi-task and organize work

• Focus on exceptional client service

Ideal candidate will be professional, friendly, dependable, a team player, comfortable with current technology and will enjoy a busy work atmosphere. Overtime may be required January through April due to the peak season of our business.

Interested candidates should send your resume and transcript to:

Polk and Associates, P.L.C.
Attn: Gina Johnson

30600 Telegraph Rd. #2191
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Phone 248-516-0444
Fax 248-642-5640
gjohnson@polkcpa.com

Full Charge Bookkeeper

Location: Bingham Farms
About Us: Polk and Associates, PLC is a reputable accounting firm specializing in audit, accounting, tax planning and preparation, bookkeeping services, payroll, and small business advisory. We are committed to providing exceptional service to our clients and fostering a dynamic and supportive work environment for our team members.
Position Overview: We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Full Charge Bookkeeper to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the full cycle of accounting processes, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations. This role requires a strong understanding of accounting principles and proficiency in various financial software applications.
Key Responsibilities:
• Maintain Financial Records: Accurately record and reconcile financial transactions in accounting software.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Manage invoicing, billing, collections, and vendor payments.
• Payroll Processing: Oversee payroll processing, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and timely disbursement to employees.
• Financial Reporting: Prepare monthly financial statements and reports for clients, providing insights and recommendations.
• Budgets: Assist in preparation of annual budgets and forecasting

Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a full charge bookkeeper or in a similar role.
• Skills:
o Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
o Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
o Effective communication and interpersonal abilities
o Excellent QuickBooks knowledge, computer literacy, proficiency with accounting software, spreadsheets, etc.
o Strong analytical skills to assess financial data and make informed decisions.
o Communication skills–good listener, clear directions
o Highly organized, meticulous attention to detail

Why Join Us?
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Flexible work schedule options

Interested candidates should send your resume and transcript to:

Polk and Associates, P.L.C.
Attn: Gina Johnson

30600 Telegraph Rd. #2191
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Phone 248-516-0444
Fax 248-642-5640
gjohnson@polkcpa.com

2025 Winter Internship

Polk and Associates, P.L.C., with offices in Bingham Farms, Ann Arbor and St. Clair Shores is a full-service C.P.A. firm providing audit, accounting, tax and consulting services for businesses in Southeastern Michigan. Specialty areas of practice are real estate, manufacturing, and healthcare. In addition to traditional accounting and tax services, a vast array of consulting services are provided to our clients.

As an Intern at Polk and Associates, PLC (Polk), you will gain valuable knowledge in providing tax, accounting, or audit services to our clients. You will acquire meaningful relationships with teammates, and leadership who care about you and your career development.

You will benefit in this role if you:

Value your development and experience by working hands-on with clients.

Are considering public accounting as a career objective and want exposure to the industry.

Want to grow in the accounting industry while gaining experience in technical and client service skills.

As a member of Polk’s Team, you will:

Participate in different phases of audit, tax and/or accounting.

Be part of Polk’s training program at the start of your internship.

Receive a variety of challenging assignments.

Gain hands-on experience working full-time in busy season.

Receive prompt feedback and direction.

You will receive jobs that are very similar to assignments that you would receive as a full-time hire.

Have a team leader assigned to you and build great relationships while gaining valuable career experience.

The possibility of a full-time position at the end of your internship

Qualifications:

On track to complete a degree in an accounting, or related business program at the sophomore level or higher with academic success (GPA)

Detail oriented with good organizational and communication skills.

Proficient with MS Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Available to work full time (40 hours) with potential overtime during the internship.

Dependable and reliable

Ability to think independently before asking questions.

Why join Polk?

Unlike some other firms you will have the opportunity to obtain hands-on experience working on our services and with our clients.

Work in a team environment that is supportive and positive.

Polk is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace. Our goal is to always create a culture where each person feels accepted and valued.

Due to the high volume of interest, only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Interested candidates should send your resume and transcript to:

Polk and Associates, P.L.C.
Attn: Gina Johnson

30600 Telegraph Rd. #2191
Bingham Farms, MI 48025
Phone 248-516-0444
Fax 248-642-5640
gjohnson@polkcpa.com