Tax Season Administrative Assistant
Springborn Staffing
Augusta, ME · Posted October 26, 2026
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About the job
Location: Augusta, ME area Employment Type: Temporary Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week, fully in-office Assignment Duration: Approximately early January through April 15 Compensation: $22.00/hour
About the Opportunity
We're seeking an Administrative Assistant for a temporary, full-time opportunity with an accounting firm in the Augusta area. This position will provide administrative and front-office support during the firm's busy tax season, beginning around early January and continuing through April 15.
The Administrative Assistant will work closely with staff and clients and will help keep day-to-day office operations organized and running smoothly. This is a 40-hour-per-week, fully in-office position and would be a great fit for someone who is organized, dependable, comfortable working in a busy office environment, and enjoys interacting with clients .
Key Responsibilities
Greet clients and provide professional front-office and telephone support
Scan, copy, file, and organize client documents and correspondence
Assist with processing and organizing tax returns and other client materials
Prepare correspondence, perform data entry, and maintain electronic and physical files
Assist with incoming/outgoing mail and other general administrative tasks
Provide additional administrative support to staff during the busy tax season
Requirements & Qualifications
Prior administrative or professional office experience
Strong computer proficiency and comfort working across multiple software programs
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook
Experience with tax or accounting software is ideal, but not required for someone who is comfortable learning new systems quickly
Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Professional communication skills and a friendly, client-focused demeanor
Dependable, self-directed, and comfortable working 100% in-office
About Springborn Staffing
Springborn Staffing is a locally owned staffing and recruiting firm based in Portland, Maine. For nearly 40 years, we have connected talented professionals with leading employers throughout Maine and Northern New England. We specialize in temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct-hire placements across a variety of professional and administrative fields.