Temporary Receptionist

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Boston, MA, USA
In-Office
32-32 Hourly
Entry level
Financial Services
The Role
The Temporary Receptionist will manage office duties including communication with employees and clients, handling mail, and maintaining office supplies.
Summary Generated by Built In

Withum is a place where talent thrives - where who you are matters. It’s a place of endless opportunities for growth. A place where entrepreneurial energy plus inclusive teamwork equals exponential results.

Explore different industries. Learn new skills. Connect with our diverse teams of professionals to gain insight into the career you envision. Your Career Starts with You.

Experience the Transformative Power of Withum Plus You - that’s the Power in the Plus!

We are looking for a Temporary Receptionist/Administrative Assistant on site 5 days per week starting on August 3, 2026, through December 23, 2026, at a rate of $32/hour.  This person will be responsible for handling the day-to-day office needs for our Boston, MA office. These duties include a variety of responsibilities such as interacting with employees, visitors, and vendors. The Receptionist will work under the direction of the Office Manager to support the needs of the client service professionals.

Withum’s brand is a reflection of our people, our culture and our strength. Withum has become synonymous with teamwork and client service excellence. The cornerstone of our success can truly be accredited to the dedicated professionals who work here every day, whose mission is to help our clients grow and thrive - to be in a position of strength. But our commitment goes beyond our clients as we continue to live the Withum Way, promoting personal and professional growth for all team members, clients, and surrounding communities.

How You’ll Spend Your Time:

  • Managing information, filing systems, faxing, scanning, copying
  • Answering and screening phone calls appropriately
  • Meeting and greeting clients
  • Handling incoming mail for the office as well as arranging for pick-up of: UPS, FedEx, and other couriers as requested/needed; maintaining postage machine -- system updates, etc.
  • Maintaining communal spaces, conference area, kitchen, etc.
  • Assisting with meal ordering for busy season
  • Replenishing office/kitchen supplies when needed
  • Responsibilities include but are not limited to the items listed above

The Kinds of People We Want to Talk to Have Many of The Following:

  • 1 year of administrative experience, preferred
  • 1-2 years’ experience in a professional services work environment preferred
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
  • High attention to detail, time management skills
  • Excellent organizational skills with an ability to think proactively and prioritize work
  • Desire and ability to work in a team environment

Physical Requirements:

  • Lift/carry up to 10 lbs.
    • Kneel, reach over shoulder or head, use step stool to place wall postings

The compensation range for this position is $32.00 per hour. In addition to the base compensation, Withum offers a competitive benefits package and bonus program (for eligible roles) based on individual and firm performance. Final offer amounts are based on multiple factors such as the specific role, hiring location, as well as the individual’s skills, experience, and qualifications. For additional information on our benefits, visit our website at https://www.withum.com/careers/.

#LI-SK

WithumSmith+Brown, PC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, (including pregnancy), genetic information, marital status, domestic partnership status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, national origin, disability or handicap, veteran status, weight, height, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Skills Required

  • 1 year of administrative experience
  • 1-2 years' experience in a professional services work environment
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
  • High attention to detail and time management skills
  • Excellent organizational skills

Withum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Withum and has not been reviewed or approved by Withum.

  • Parental & Family Support Childcare reimbursement up to 25% of eligible expenses, paid parental bonding leave (up to 10 weeks primary/3 weeks secondary), and access to back‑up care are highlighted as distinctive strengths. Recognition such as Best Workplaces for Parents reinforces the family-support focus.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Generous PTO, nine paid holidays, and a firmwide shutdown from Christmas through New Year’s create substantial time‑off opportunities. Senior Associates and above have Open Time Off.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Fitness reimbursements, wellness programming, and firm‑paid tools like Headspace support mental and physical wellbeing. Wellness awards and incentives signal sustained investment in lifestyle benefits.

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The Company
HQ: Princeton, NJ
1,801 Employees
Year Founded: 1974

What We Do

Withum is a forward-thinking, technology-driven advisory and accounting firm, helping clients to Be in a Position of Strength in today’s modern business landscape. Visit www.withum.com for more information. #WithumWay

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