Firm Administrator – Redlands, CA or Franklin, TN

Job overview

The Firm Administrator role requires an in-office presence and is not eligible for full-time remote work; the listing identifies Redlands, CA, and Franklin, TN as location options. Compensation is $90,000–$120,000 per year. The administrator supports Smith Marion & Co., a mid-sized public accounting firm. As a member of the firm’s leadership team, the administrator oversees operations, administration, human resources, and infrastructure. The role partners with executive leaders and principals to improve systems, support organizational growth, and maintain operational accountability across offices.

What you'll do

• Partner with executive leadership on firm initiatives and planning
• oversee day-to-day operations across offices
• improve systems and workflows
• manage vendors, software, insurance, leases, licenses, and service agreements
• oversee HR and IT coordination
• lead office managers
• prepare reports and KPI materials
• coordinate meetings, retreats, events, and recruiting activities
• travel between offices and for business functions.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

firm administrator

full-time

redlands ca

franklin tn

smith marion & co.

public accounting

operations leadership

human resources

office administration

overnight travel

$90k–$120k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 10 paid holidays
• 160 hours of annual paid time off
• 401(k) profit-sharing plan
• health, dental, and vision insurance
• group life insurance
• paid jury duty
• wellness program
• office closed Christmas Eve through New Year’s.

About the employer

Smith Marion & Co. is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Certified Public Accountants. Sector: 54.