Understand the fundamentals of how an accounting firm operates to ensure support levels match expectations.
Develop expertise in the everyday use of internally developed and commercial software specific to the firm.
Provide superior quality and service to all firm technology users. Respond promptly and courteously. Prioritise requests according to criticality. Identify timely and accurate solutions to technical issues.
Provide expert help desk support for all locations (both remote and on-site) for all hardware, software, and ancillary office equipment including video conferencing equipment, projectors, phone systems, printers, scanners, and multi-function devices.
Provide support for remote access solutions such as VPN and Terminal Services.
Basic troubleshooting at the network level including WAN and LAN connectivity, routers, firewalls, and security.
Install, upgrade, configure, troubleshoot, maintain and modify computer system software.
Provide day-to-day maintenance and support for Microsoft Office including Outlook e-mail, as well as Lotus Notes Domino databases/applications.
Document all support activities in ticket tracking database.
Inventory management of technology assets.
Image workstations and assist in installation of PC hardware and software applications in accordance with firm standards.
Deployment and migration of computers.
Create and update process documentation.
Participate in the research, development, and implementation of new technologies.
Provide technology training to team members as needed.
Very strong customer service skills including verbal and written communications; customer-focused with ability to effectively communicate with management, co-workers, and customers.
Superior time management skills including sense of urgency and proactive approach.
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
Exceptional organisational skills.
Self-motivated, results-oriented and accountable.
Strict adherence to professional ethics.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Ability to work on and successfully complete multiple projects at the same time.
At least three years of relevant technology experience in related technical environment preferred.
Strong computer aptitude and understanding of IT concepts, operating systems, business applications, printing systems, and network systems.
Strong PC and software product skills especially Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office.
Self-motivated to research resolutions to technical issues independently and with limited guidance
Drive to research and learn new technologies.
Required Professional Background / Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related degree required.
Comp TIAA+ certification a plus
3+ years of experience in a Help Desk, System Admin, or Desktop Support role
Knowledge of Active Directory administration
Familiarity with Office 365
Working Conditions
Typical office hours of 8:00am – 5:00pm.
Must be available for on-call coverage during evenings, weekends, and holidays as requested.
Ability to work extra hours, different hours, or staggered hours as determined by the workload and expectations especially between February and April each year.
Some travel will be required to assist in other locations
Ability to sit for long periods of time.
Ability to move throughout office.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
Ability to speak English to communicate with clients, team members, etc.
