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# Senior IT Support & Systems Specialist at Current

- **Company:** [Current](https://feeny.ai/companies/current)
- **Location:** Bellingham, WA
- **Compensation:** $35–$40/hr
- **Employment:** full-time
- **Posted:** 2026-09-03
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-04
- **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/current-advisors/efc428c0-d14a-4a59-bd7c-e30b14de0213

## Job description

## ABOUT THE COMPANY

At Current, everything starts with people. We believe that when you invest in talent through opportunity, development, and support, you unlock growth for individuals, firms, and clients alike. That’s why we’ve built a platform designed to give our people access to more: more learning, more collaboration, and more ways to grow their careers than any single firm could offer on its own.

Founded in 2023, Current has rapidly become one of the fastest-growing accounting platforms in the country, partnering with more than 40 leading accounting firms across the United States. Today, our community includes over 2,000 professionals, 30+ offices nationwide, and a growing global workforce that supports clients around the world. Backed by Thrive Capital, Bessemer Venture Partners, and Springdale Industries, Current is investing heavily in technology, artificial intelligence, and workforce innovation to help modernize the profession. Our leadership team has a proven track record of building and scaling successful businesses, with prior ventures generating more than $3 billion in combined enterprise value.

We’re building something bigger than a traditional accounting firm: a platform where talented people can grow faster, learn more, and do more meaningful work. Whether you join Current, one of our partner firms, or our global team, you’ll be part of a community shaping the future of the profession.

Senior IT Support & Systems Specialist

Location - 100% In office in Bellingham, WA

Summary

The Senior IT Support & Systems Specialist is an experienced, hands-on technology professional who serves as the primary backup to both the Systems Administrator and the Service Desk Manager. This role combines advanced Level 2/3 technical support with meaningful systems administration and network responsibilities, and takes a lead role in evaluating, rolling out, and driving adoption of new tools and technology across the firm.

First and foremost, this is a hands-on technical role: the focus is user support, network and systems maintenance and design, and application maintenance and technology adoption. This person may participate in and support technology projects and may take on light project-coordination tasks as needed, but this is not a project management position and does not carry ownership of vendor relationships or formal project delivery.

The ideal candidate can step in and independently sustain day-to-day service desk operations or core systems administration tasks when the Service Desk Supervisor or Systems Administrator is unavailable, helping free up IT leadership's time to focus on strategic priorities.

## Responsibilities

Service Desk Leadership & User Support (Backup for Service Desk Supervisor)

- Serve as the senior escalation point for Level 1 and Level 2 technicians on complex hardware, software, network, and application issues.
- Provide dependable backup coverage for the Service Desk Manager, including day-to-day oversight of ticket queues, prioritization, and escalation during absences or overflow periods.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to service desk technicians; assist with onboarding and training of new support staff.
- Maintain ownership of complex or escalated issues through resolution, coordinating with the Systems Administrator, other IT staff, and outside technology partners as needed.
- Identify recurring support issues and recommend technical or process improvements to the service desk.
- Provide backup front-line ticket coverage as needed to maintain service levels.

Systems Administration & Network Support (Backup for Systems Administrator)

- Serve as the primary backup to the Systems Administrator, capable of independently performing core systems administration tasks during absences or overflow periods.
- Administer and support servers, workstations, networks, printers, routers, switches, firewalls, and cloud services.
- Support network maintenance, design, and troubleshooting, including LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, and connectivity/performance issues.
- Administer and support Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID/Active Directory, Intune, and related cloud and infrastructure platforms.
- Monitor system and network performance and security; assist with system reviews, audits, and remediation of identified issues.
- Support backup, business continuity, and disaster recovery processes.
- Maintain and improve technical documentation, system configurations, and standard operating procedures for the systems environment.

Application Maintenance & Technology Adoption

- Own day-to-day maintenance and support of the firm's core business applications, including patching, updates, and issue resolution.
- Lead the evaluation, testing, and rollout of new tools, applications, and system upgrades in partnership with IT leadership.
- Drive user adoption of new technology through training, documentation, and hands-on support during and after rollouts.
- Continuously build and share expertise on new features, tools, and technologies relevant to the firm.
- Identify opportunities to retire, consolidate, or improve tools and processes to reduce complexity and support burden.

Project & Process Contributions (Secondary)

- Participate in technology projects as a hands-on technical resource, contributing to testing, implementation, and post-implementation support.
- Help document action items, decisions, and next steps for assigned technical tasks within larger initiatives.
- Support process improvement initiatives for the service desk and systems administration functions.
- This role provides project support and light coordination as needed; it is not accountable for formal project management, project ownership, or vendor management, which remain the responsibility of IT leadership and dedicated project resources.

## Qualifications, Education & Experience

- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
- 4-6+ years of progressive experience in IT support, systems administration, network administration, or a related role.
- Demonstrated experience providing Level 2/3 technical support.
- Demonstrated experience with hands-on systems or network administration tasks.
- Experience working with or alongside an IT Managed Service Provider strongly preferred.

Technical Skills

- Strong knowledge of systems and network administration, including hardware, software, networks, and cloud environments.
- Experience with Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID/Active Directory, and Microsoft Intune.
- Knowledge of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, switches, routers, firewalls, and related networking technologies.
- Experience with Windows Server and Windows workstation environments.
- Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as AVD, VMware, or Hyper-V is a plus.
- Familiarity with scripting and automation, particularly PowerShell, preferred.
- Experience with system monitoring, patch management, backup, and recovery processes.
- Working knowledge of cybersecurity principles and system/network security.

Additional Skills

- Strong client-service orientation and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple technical responsibilities, escalations, and priorities in a dynamic environment.
- Demonstrated ownership, accountability, initiative, and follow-through.
- Comfortable mentoring less experienced technicians and acting as a technical resource for the team.

Certifications

Relevant certifications are beneficial but not required and may include:

- Microsoft Azure or Microsoft 365 certifications
- CompTIA Network+ or Security+
- Cisco CCNA

Other Requirements

- Availability for occasional after-hours or on-call support as business needs require.
- Ability to support planned maintenance, implementations, or system changes outside normal business hours when necessary.
- Ability to lift and transport computers and related equipment as required

## COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The total rewards package at Current includes base salary and benefits.

Our salary ranges are competitive within the accounting industry and are updated regularly using the most reliable compensation survey data for our industry. New hire offers are made based on a candidate’s experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity relative to peers.

We provide a robust benefits package, including:

- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental)
- Company-Paid Life and Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and accident insurance
- Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions
- Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning

## EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected characteristic.

## About Current

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: A platform that equips independent accounting and advisory firms with enterprise-level resources, technology, and scale to compete and grow.
- **Entity Type**: Private (backed by Thrive Holdings)
- **Headquarters**: Not publicly available
- **Founded**: 2023 (as Current; predecessor Crete Professionals Alliance existed earlier)
- **Founders**: Jake Sloane and Frank Zhang

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Accounting, tax, and business advisory services
- **Target customers**: Independent accounting and advisory firms (B2B); indirectly serves business owners, operators, and investors through partner firms
- **Mission**: “To accelerate potential” — giving talented people the right environment, tools, and opportunities to create more impact

## Products & Services
- **Current Platform**: A national partnership offering centralized corporate resources (HR, finance, legal, IT), AI-enabled tools and automation, global talent support (teams in India and the Philippines), dedicated growth operations, recruiting assistance, and M&A integration support. Member firms retain their local brand and leadership.
- **Advisory Services (via partner firms)**: Forward-looking financial and business advisory — growth strategy, financial optimization, R&D tax credits, and other strategic guidance for private equity-backed companies, family businesses, and high-growth entrepreneurs.
- **Global Delivery**: Established teams in India and the Philippines providing scalable talent and 24/7 support to member firms.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed
- **Key Metric**: $500M in revenue (as stated on company website)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Backed by Thrive Holdings; network of 45+ partner firms across 25 U.S. states and 4 countries
- **Growth Signals**: Named Accounting Today’s fastest-growing accounting firm; 2,000+ employees; rapid expansion through tuck-in acquisitions and partnerships (e.g., BFJ, Maxwell Advisors, Think Advisors); presence in India and the Philippines

## Competitive Advantages
- **Platform model**: Combines local autonomy of independent firms with the scale, technology, and resources of a national enterprise — a rare hybrid in the accounting industry.
- **AI and automation**: Centralized investment in AI-enabled tools and automation that individual firms could not afford on their own.
- **Talent and delivery**: Global support teams and cross-firm career opportunities create a deeper talent pool than any single firm.
- **M&A infrastructure**: Dedicated growth operations and integration support allow member firms to pursue acquisitions more effectively.

## Strategic Focus
- Continue expanding the network of partner firms through both organic growth and strategic tuck-in acquisitions.
- Invest further in AI, automation, and global delivery to increase efficiency and client value.
- Build the next generation of accounting talent through university partnerships (e.g., University of Houston) and leadership development programs.
- Strengthen the platform’s advisory capabilities to move firms from “reporting the past” to “shaping what’s next.”

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Values of reliability, resourcefulness, and respect; emphasis on ownership, accountability, and transparency.
- **Work environment**: Hybrid and flexible work options; 2,000+ employees across 4 countries.
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive health coverage, generous PTO, retirement and financial wellness plans, learning & development budgets, clear career pathing, and leadership development programs.
- **Career growth**: Cross-firm opportunities — access to roles across the entire network, not just one office; mentorship and community; exposure to AI, global delivery, and modern tools.
- **Recognition**: Fastest-growing firm in the profession, offering a dynamic, high-impact environment for ambitious professionals.

## Sources
1. [current.co - About Us](https://www.current.co/about-us)
2. [current.co - Careers](https://www.current.co/careers)
3. [current.co - Our Team](https://www.current.co/our-team)
4. [current.co - Advisory Services](https://www.current.co/services/advisory)
5. [current.co - BFJ Joins Current](https://www.current.co/news/bfj-joins-current-reuniting-with-former-partner)

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