Jobs at Ascend (ascendtogether.com)

Provide administrative support to Tax Principals, Directors, Managers, and staff: manage client onboarding and documents, coordinate engagement letters and organizers, process and scan files, manage outsourcing and mailings, support special projects, cross-train, and deliver high-quality client service in a fast-paced tax operations environment.

Interns will gain exposure to various clients and industries, working alongside professionals to develop their skills and understanding of tax services. They will engage in career development initiatives and mentorship programs to support their growth.

The Tax Manager will oversee a client portfolio, ensure tax compliance, mentor team members, and deliver strategic tax solutions, while remaining proactive in enhancing service delivery.

Interns will assist with maintaining and reconciling general ledgers, processing transactions, and supporting month-end and year-end closing activities, while receiving mentorship and training.

Interns will engage with clients, participate in mentorship programs, and undergo training to develop professional skills in audit and advisory services. They will work 32 hours a week, primarily on Mondays through Thursdays, with potential for full-time employment post-graduation.

The Tax Internship allows students to gain hands-on experience in tax preparation and accounting services, working closely with professionals and clients. Interns will engage in personalized mentorship, training programs, and build relationships within the firm to prepare for their future careers.

Serve as outsourced CFO for a portfolio of clients, leading forecasting, budgeting, cash flow strategy, KPI/dashboard creation, financial statement analysis, process improvement, systems evaluation/implementation, change management, and pre-acquisition diligence while managing client relationships and coordinating with internal and global teams.

Manage and review complex federal, state, and local tax engagements for individuals and closely held businesses; serve as primary client advisor; mentor and review staff work; ensure timely, accurate compliance; identify tax planning opportunities; support business development and collaborate with firm leadership to drive client and firm growth.

Prepare and review tax returns (individuals, corporations, S-corps, partnerships, trusts, estates); correct trial balances and create AJEs; document tax calculations; mentor associates; communicate with clients; ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax codes; work independently and in teams during busy season to meet deadlines.

The Tax Sr. Manager will lead complex tax engagements, focusing on consulting, compliance, and team leadership for multi-tiered pass-through entities and C corps.

The International Tax Manager will lead international tax compliance and advisory services, manage a portfolio of clients, develop staff, and help grow the practice.

The Tax Supervisor prepares and reviews tax returns for various entities, mentors team members, and ensures compliance with tax codes while maintaining client communication.

The CAAS Senior assists clients with accounting services, interprets financial information, prepares financial statements, manages cash, and trains staff for exceptional client service.

Ascend seeks applicants for future opportunities in accounting, operations, or administrative support across partner firms, encouraging general applications to remain connected with the recruiting team.