Job Description

Job Description

We are GROWING and looking for someone ready to hit the ground running in project management - significant opportunities for upward mobility.

Location: Florence, Oregon |  Firm: B.R. Hornung CPA, PC

Job Type: Full-Time | In-Office | Opportunity for Growth

Who we are

We are a small, community-focused CPA firm nestled on the beautiful Oregon coast in Florence. Our team is dedicated to delivering accounting services with the  highest level of professionalism, courtesy, and personalized care —all while maintaining a laid-back, coastal approach to life.

Our firm specializes in  personal, fiduciary, and business taxation , and provides comprehensive year-round support through  payroll, bookkeeping, and consulting .

We take pride in:

• Making our professionals accessible to every client
• Supporting  work/life balance and flexibility for our employees
• Offering  unique and challenging growth opportunities in a team-based setting

About the Role

We’re seeking an  eager, detail-oriented Administrative Assistant with a strong interest in  payroll and bookkeeping to join our team. This is a  client-facing ,  fast-paced , and  high-responsibility position that combines administrative support, project coordination, and hands-on accounting tasks.

This role will involve:

• Working closely with CPAs and support staff
• Performing  payroll processing and  monthly bookkeeping
• Managing administrative tasks and assisting with  front desk responsibilities
• Taking ownership of project timelines and priorities

Over time, this person will receive  training to become a Payroll Specialist , gaining firsthand accounting knowledge and valuable experience in a supportive, hands-on environment

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll for various business clients with attention to deadlines and compliance
• Perform bookkeeping tasks including data entry, reconciliations, and account maintenance
• Provide exceptional customer service by serving as a main point of contact for clients
• Support CPAs with administrative needs, document management, and scheduling
• Coordinate internal deadlines and assist with project and task management
• Assist with general office duties, phones, and emails

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills ; able to work well with clients and team members
• Highly motivated self-starter who thrives in a high-pressure, multitasking environment
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills
• Comfortable with fast-paced workloads and shifting priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Familiarity with QuickBooks Online is a plus
• Excellent computer and typing skills

Why Work Here?

This role offers the chance to  grow your skills in an inclusive, team-driven atmosphere. Whether you’re looking for a  new career , are a  recent college graduate , or someone simply looking to build a long-term career with meaningful client interactions and real-world experience, this is the right place for you.

Unlike a big firm, we won’t limit your growth based on experience or titles—you’ll learn by doing, and we’ll support you every step of the way.

Benefits

• Health & dental insurance
• Retirement match
• Paid time off
• A tight-knit team that values  respect, flexibility, and humor
• Professional development and promotion opportunities

Apply Today to join a firm where your contributions matter and your potential is supported.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

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