Administrative Assistant

Ascend Partner Firms•Cheyenne, WY

3h•Onsite

About The Position

At Ascend, we recognize the struggles that accounting & finance professionals face in traditional firms—from rigid hierarchies and overwhelming workloads to the elusive work-life balance. We believe your ambition should not be constrained by outdated practices or opaque career paths. Here, you're not just a number but a valued member of a community that champions both your professional and personal fulfillment. Our mission is to transform the public accounting experience into one where work-life harmony is a reality, and where your career advancement is supported by a nurturing network and robust resources. We partner with regional, entrepreneurial firms and provide them with the resources and support necessary to thrive in today's dynamic market. This includes access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition, top-tier technology, transformative leadership, shared back-office services, & more. Founded in January 2023, Ascend attained revenues to sufficiently qualify as a Top 100 U.S. accounting firm within six months of operation. Explore Ascend, where your career soars without sacrificing your quality of life. MHP is the largest regional CPA firm in Wyoming with over 75 employees, dedicated to personalized customer service to both employees and clients since the early 1930s. MHP is deeply rooted in the Cheyenne community, with an office in downtown Cheyenne. The firm combines tradition with modernization, operating in a city that offers both historical events like Cheyenne Frontier Days and modern amenities, as well as extensive outdoor activities. As part of the MHP team, employees have opportunities for career advancement and are encouraged to engage with the community. Managers and Partners maintain an 'open door policy' and the firm hosts several team-building and employee events. MHP strives for expertise and superior client service, fostering a team environment and practicing servant leadership. The Administrative Assistant will work closely with assigned Partners, handling phone calls, managing calendars and events, drafting and proof-reading documents, and performing other duties assigned by partners and managers. This role involves daily client interaction and requires high-quality client service.

Requirements

3+ years of administrative experience in a professional office environment
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Takes pride in your work
Considers “follow through” the heart of client service
Enjoys working as a part of a team with your assigned Partner and coworkers
Gets excited when opportunities arise to learn new skills and technologies
Can easily anticipate the needs of clients and Partners
Problem Solver who is fulfilled by finding solutions
Tech savvy – a Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe product (e.g., Reader, Professional), and database management system wiz
Naturally keeps your cool in stressful situations
Works well under pressure with time deadlines and would rather be busy than not!
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Thrives in an environment where you work with others on a team or on various projects that require collaboration

Nice To Haves

Experience in a tax office
Some tax knowledge

Responsibilities

Work hand in hand with their assigned Partners
Answer phone calls and assist clients for assigned Partners
Manage calendar for assigned Partners
Maintain meeting arrangements for assigned Partners (agenda development, preparation of meeting materials, room set up, meeting minutes etc.)
Maintain incoming and outgoing mail for assigned Partners
Draft, edit, and proofread correspondence for assigned Partners or staff
Track and manage flow of files, materials and mailings related to client tax returns and other documents
Provide other duties assigned by partners and managers
Provide high quality client service