CAS Manager

About Ascend

Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors Ascend is building a modern platform for regional accounting firms that enables them to stay independent while accessing the resources of a large CPA firm to help them grow. Ascend provides access to growth capital robust talent acquisition best-of-breed technology a catalytic leadership system shared back-office services and modernized equity incentives so that firms can surmount todays industry challenges and reach their full potential. Founded in January 2023 the company attained revenues sufficient to qualify it as a Top 100 U.S. accounting firm within six months of operation. For more information .

About GG Advisors

GG Advisors is a Kansas City area professional services firm located in Leawood Kansas. We provide advisory services including taxaccountingpart-time CFO andbusiness formation services. At GG Advisors we are willing to help you continuously improve on various aspects of your career. When you choose to join us you will be joining an environment where your goals are respected and where youll work collaboratively with other team members to solve problems. We will provide the technologies training and procedures to perform your job independently and confidently. Youll also have the support of the partners to develop your own personal network of contacts and be actively involved in the community.

In October 2023 GG Advisors made the strategic decision to join Ascend to usher in our next stage of growth. With Ascends partnership and shared resources including technology training and development GG Advisors is well positioned for strong innovation and growth in the years to come.

The Role: Client Accounting & Advisory Services Manager

This position is part of our Client Accounting and Advisory Services group which provides outsourced accounting services for small and medium businesses. The team focuses on professional services including engineering construction dental and medical offices law firms tech companies veterinary clinics and other service-based businesses. This is a full-time role with seasonal overtime expected from January through April.

The Client Accounting & Advisory Services Manager leads and oversees complex client accounting engagements ensuring excellence in day-to-day accounting operations including month-end close reconciliations and financial reporting while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance. This role often acting as a Controller for our clients drives advanced financial analysis and strategic advisory services partners with clients as a trusted business advisor and proactively identifies opportunities to improve financial performance and operational efficiency. The Manager provides leadership coaching and performance oversight to associates and senior associates manages client relationships at a high level and plays a key role in shaping process improvements system enhancements and practice growth initiatives. This manager will participate in both prospect meetings and attend networking events to support client acquisition and firm growth initiatives. This in-office position reports Leawood Kansas.

Specific Duties Will Include

• Directly supervise train and mentor a team of 35 staff members to ensure performance development and accountability
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of all monthly client financial information
• Oversee and review monthly transactional accounting including accounts payable accounts receivable and bank and credit card reconciliations in QuickBooks Online (QBO)
• Oversee payroll processing including quarterly and annual payroll tax reporting and ensure timely completion of state and city excise tax filings
• Maintain and optimize each clients technology stack recommending and implementing tools to improve efficiency effectiveness and overall service value
• Troubleshoot and oversee payroll onboarding offboarding delegation and high-level payroll record maintenance
• Research and collaborate with the State & Local Tax team on compliance best practices to reduce client risk
• Anticipate client needs respond promptly and professionally to communications and regularly meet with clients to maintain a high standard of service
• Contribute to strategic direction and change management initiatives within one of the firms fastest-growing business units
• Participate actively in firm initiatives culture-building efforts and additional responsibilities as assigned
• Act as the final control point safeguarding the integrity of financial statements and ensuring consistent error-free execution of client business processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department managers

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Bachelors degree in Accounting Taxation or related field
• 6 years of experience in Client Accounting & Advisory Services accounting audit corporate controller or related field
• 2 years of supervisory experience in accounting or a related field
• Extensive knowledge of GAAP and strong financial statement analysis skills
• Experience with QuickBooks Online Sage Intacct and/or other accounting systems
• Experience with Paychex or similar financial/payroll software
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Excel Word PowerPoint and Outlook
• Excellent communication skills strong emotional intelligence and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines
• High level of integrity professionalism and confidentiality

While not required the following skills would be considered an asset

• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• CPA designation

What We Offer

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being health and ongoing professional growth:

• Unlimited PTO
• Medical Dental Vision & Voluntary Insurance Options
• 401(k) Matching
• Performance Bonus
• Flexible schedule including 4-day work weeks during off season (April 16 - Dec 31)
• Parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commitment to professional development
• Equity Program Eligibility at Sr. Manager level top performing Managers

How To Apply

Submit your information in the application section directly below! This will include:

• Basic contact information
• Resume/CV and optional cover letter upload
• Work eligibility credentials and compensation
• Voluntary demographic & self-ID questions

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.