Ascend is backed by private equity from Alpine Investors and is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a Top 25 firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition and training, leading quality management resources, best-of-breed technology, AI tools, an offshore captive, shared back-office services, a catalytic leadership system, and modernized equity incentives to help firms surmount today's industry challenges.

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The Senior Tax Manager is a key leader within the firm's tax practice and is responsible for managing client relationships, overseeing complex tax engagements, reviewing work performed by staff, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality tax services. This role requires strong technical expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to mentor and develop a high-performing team. The Senior Tax Manager will work closely with partners to identify planning opportunities, support business development efforts, and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.

• Client Management & Advisory: Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, provide exceptional service and proactive tax guidance; manage a portfolio of clients (individuals, partnerships, corporations, S-corporations, and trusts); identify tax-planning opportunities and advise clients on strategies to minimize tax liabilities; build and maintain strong client relationships to support retention and growth.
• Tax Compliance & Review: Oversee and review complex federal, state, and local tax returns prepared by staff and senior-level team members; manage tax engagements from start to finish ensuring compliance and timely delivery; perform high-level technical reviews and ensure accuracy and completeness of all tax filings; research complex tax issues and prepare technical memoranda to support firm positions.
• Leadership & Team Development: Lead, coach, and mentor staff, seniors, and supervisors; provide constructive feedback through formal and informal performance evaluations; manage workflow, staffing, and deadlines to ensure projects are completed efficiently; participate in training initiatives to grow the tax team's technical knowledge.
• Practice Growth & Business: Collaborate with partners on proposals, presentations, and engagement scoping; identify cross-selling opportunities and contribute to expanding client relationships; participate in networking, professional associations, and community events to support business development.
• Quality & Risk Management: Ensure compliance with firm policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements; maintain thorough documentation and support for tax positions; stay current on tax law changes and communicate relevant updates to clients and internal teams.

• 7+ years of progressive tax experience in public accounting
• Demonstrated success managing complex tax engagements and client relationships
• Strong technical knowledge of federal and multi-state tax laws
• Learning mindset
• Patience with staff and clients

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• High proficiency with tax software

At Ascend, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.