Level II IT Support Technician

Level II IT Support Technician Reid Accountants + Advisors, is hiring! Reid Accountants + Advisors is an independent, full-service accounting and advisory firm specializing in accounting and consulting services for businesses and individuals. We currently have offices in Long Island, NYC, White Plains and South Carolina. Join a rapidly growing organization with a strategic vision and dynamic plan We are seeking an experienced Level II IT Support Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing technical assistance and support related to computer systems, hardware, and software for our organization. This includes handling incoming help requests via telephone and ticketing system, documenting user information, and collaborating with the IT Director to resolve technical issues. The role requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, excellent communication, and a customer-oriented mindset. Key Responsibilities: - Field incoming help requests from end users via both telephone and ticketing system. - Document all pertinent end user identification information, including name, contact information, and nature of problem or issue - Works with the IT Director to resolve technical problems with desktop computing equipment and software - Utilize remote control software to remotely troubleshoot and fix user problems for other offices - Install, configure, and maintain laptops, desktops, and printers according to firm specific - Support various software packages including Microsoft Office for Windows, anti-virus, backup, email clients, email servers, ActiveSync, VPN client, Adobe Products, Internet Browsers and various tax and engagement software - Escalate IT issues when necessary - Help maintain inventory logs - Provide clear & concise information through written and verbal communications - Evaluate documented resolutions and analyze trends for ways to prevent future problems - Build rapport and elicit problem details from help desk customers - Record, track, and document the help desk request problem-solving process, including all successful and unsuccessful decisions made, and actions taken, through to final resolution - Learn software and hardware used and supported by the organization - Perform hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, installing hardware, implementing file backups, and configuring systems and applications - Performing preventative maintenance, including checking and cleaning of workstations, printers, and peripherals - Test fixes to ensure problem has been adequately resolved - Perform post-resolution follow-ups to help requests - Occasional travel to branch offices required - After-hours and weekend on-call support required (rotation) - On premise, Saturday support required during busy season, January 1st through April 15th (rotation) - Lifting and transport of computers and peripherals. Qualifications and Requirements: · Formal Education & Certification: A+ is preferred and ITIL Foundation is preferred. · Expert knowledge of computer hardware, desktop and server operating systems. · Application support experience with Group Policy and Microsoft Office. · Application support experience with, CCH Axcess, ProFX Engagement, Thomson GoFileRoom, UltraTax and QuickBooks is preferred. · Experience with o Exchange is preferred. o BYOD/MDM and ActiveSync Server are a plus. o Active directory including creating, maintaining, deleting users and groups. o Accounting Firm is preferred. · Proficient with DNS and DHCP. · Solid understanding of wireless technologies, corporate networks and connectivity between users and servers. · Must be willing to work outside of normal business hours when necessary and extra hours during the busy seasons. · Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport-building, listening, and questioning skills. · Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities. · Ability to effe ... (truncated, view full listing at source)