IT Support Help Desk Technician- Tallahassee, FL (Full-Time)

Tallahassee, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 20 - 25

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

IT Support Help Desk Technician Tallahassee FL (Full-Time)

(THF) Thomas Howell Ferguson P.A. CPAs is an innovative regional Top 200 public accounting firm with a steadily growing presence. Since our founding in 1993 we have expanded into a team of approximately 180 professionals providing clients with a full range of services including traditional accounting auditing and tax support complemented by comprehensive consulting and advisory resources. Our CPAs are active members of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) the Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants (FICPA) and other key professional organizations ensuring that our team remains at the forefront of industry standards. At THF we maintain the high-quality control standards of a national firm and combined those attributes with the heart and personal touch points of a regional firm to ensure we make an impact in everything we do.

About the Role:

We are currently seeking a motivated and customer-focused Level 1 IT Support Help Desk Technician to join our growing firm and provide onsite support to our team members in our Tallahassee office location. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys problem-solving helping others and contributing to a collaborative IT team.

In this role you will provide technical assistance to our employees and contractors across multiple offices and remote locations while also serving as the onsite resource for our Tallahassee office. Responsibilities include diagnosing and resolving hardware/software issues setting up equipment and ensuring timely responses to support requests.

The ideal candidate will be eager to learn and grow in their IT skills possess excellent communication skills a customer-service mindset and an aptitude for troubleshooting basic technical issues with laptops and other equipment. Training and mentoring will be provided. This position will be the primary onsite technician for our team in the Tallahassee office and contribute to supporting team members across all offices and those working remotely.

This position works collaboratively as a member of the IT Support team and reports directly to the IT Support Manager. The person in this role will play a key role in ensuring smooth daily firmwide operations. The firm uses Microsoft Entra Intune Power Automate and other Microsoft tools to automate tasks and software installations. Training will be provided for the use of Microsoft administrative tools RMM tools and security and network monitoring tools.

*The hourly rate for this position will be between $20.00 - $25.00/per hour based on experience.

Qualifications:

Education and Experience: Associates or Bachelors Degree in Information Technology Computer Science or related field; OR equivalent practical experience which may include internships coursework certifications or home lab projects.
- Recent graduates and career changes are encouraged to apply
Technical Skills:
- Basic understanding of Windows operating systems and Microsoft 365
- Familiarity with troubleshooting hardware and software issues
- Ability to follow documented procedures and escalate issues when needed
Soft Skills:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
- Customer-service mindset with the ability to stay calm under pressure
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Optional Skills:

Basic networking understanding
Experience with remote desktop or report support tools
Basic understanding of Microsoft Entra (Azure AD) Intune or Power Automate
CompTIA A or similar certification (in progress or completed)

Key Responsibilities:

Provide Technical Support: Respond to help desk requests via phone email or ticketing system ensuring timely and efficient resolution or escalation of issues related to hardware software and networking.
Install and Configure Equipment: Set up workstations laptops printers and other peripherals.
User Account Management: Create modify and deactivate user accounts in Entra Active Directory Office 365 and other firm systems.
Documentation: Maintain accurate records in the help desk ticketing system and contribute to internal knowledge base materials.
Security Awareness: Promote safe IT practices by educating staff on phishing password management and data security.
Inventory Management: Track hardware and software inventory ensuring equipment is properly maintained updated and documented.
Collaborate with IT Team: Work closely with the IT team to escalate complex issues and implement technological upgrades or improvements.

Work Environment:

Location: Tallahassee office-based with very little potential travel between office locations. Due to the on-site need when issuing equipment and managing equipment in the office this position will not have the option to work from home.
Schedule: Standard business hours with occasional after-hours support if outages are scheduled.
Travel: Potential to travel to other office locations but primary responsibilities will be on-site in Tallahassee.
Team Culture: Candidate will be in Tallahassee FL while being part of a larger IT team across multiple cities. We use technology to keep an open line of communication work collaboratively and support others. Regular meetings firm forums and company events foster strong connections and a sense of community across all offices.

This is an in-person working at the office role in Tallahassee FL. Youll find that between our regular team meetings firm forums and participation in office-wide events we are committed to staying connected as a team.

*We are looking to fill the IT Support Help Desk Technician role immediately*

Employee Benefits:

A competitive annual salary and compensation package
Flexible full-time hours
PTO
Eight (8) paid holidays each year
Parental leave
Health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield (firm covers 100% of employee coverage)
Dental insurance for employees (100% employer paid)
Optional vision insurance
Life short-term and long-term disability insurance (100% employer paid)
401(k) retirement matching (up to 4%) and profit-sharing plan
Team and social activities for employees
A workplace culture that supports collaboration teamwork financial stability and professional growth

More About the Firm & Tallahassee Office:

THF CPAs is headquartered in Tallahassee FL with additional office locations in the following markets: Tampa Panama City Lakeland and Dade City FL. Our Tallahassee office is located in Floridas Capital City offering a dynamic blend of professional opportunity and quality of life. The area features a mild climate a strong network of universities and colleges and a welcoming community known for its southern hospitality. Tallahassee also offers scenic canopy roads extensive hiking and biking trails diverse arts and entertainment and a growing culinary scene all contributing to an exceptional place to live and work.

THF CPAs has been recognized by Inside Public Accounting as one of the Best of the Best Accounting Firms and our commitment to our people is the driving force of our success in business. By investing in teamwork and embracing the latest technology we cultivate a supportive forward-thinking environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow and succeed.

Learn more about THF by visiting: this is the opportunity youve been looking for we encourage you to apply!

*To apply please submit your resume cover letter and salary requirements to the advertised job posting. Please also include contact information for at least three professional and/or community references. If you have any questions about this employment opportunity please reach out directly to LaQuisha Persak Corporate Recruiter by email at .

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race religion color national origin gender sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status. We are ADA compliant and an E-verify employer. If you prefer to submit your resume by mail please use the following address: PO Box 14569 Tallahassee FL 32317.

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IT Support Help Desk Technician Tallahassee FL (Full-Time)(THF) Thomas Howell Ferguson P.A. CPAs is an innovative regional Top 200 public accounting firm with a steadily growing presence. Since our founding in 1993 we have expanded into a team of approximately 180 professionals providing clients wi...