Senior Tax Associate

About Ascend

At Ascend we understand the struggles that accounting & finance professionals face in traditional public accounting firms - from rigid hierarchies overwhelming workloads and the elusive work-life balance. Its time for a transformative change. We believe your ambition should not be constrained by outdated practices or opaque career paths. Here youre not just a number; youre a valued member of a community that supports & celebrates your professional & personal fulfillment. Our mission is to transform the public accounting experience into one where work-life harmony is a reality and where your career advancement is supported by a nurturing network and comprehensive resources.

Ascend empowers entrepreneurial CPAs to reach their goals with an innovative growth model that brings our partner firms into the new age. 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 having access to resources of a large CPA firm. These resources include growth capital robust talent acquisition best-of-breed technology a catalytic leadership system shared back-office services and modernized equity incentives.

Founded in January 2023 Ascend attained revenues sufficient to qualify it as a Top 100 U.S. accounting firm within six months of operation. Explore Ascend where your career soars without sacrificing your quality of life.

Saltmarsh is looking for an experiencedTax Senior who is passionate about delivering high-quality service and building lasting relationships. This role is ideal for someone who sees themselves as a leader and is looking to grow within a firm that values development mentorship and advancement.

As a Tax Senior you will be responsible for managing complex tax engagements mentoring junior staff and contributing to the strategic goals of the tax department. Youll work closely with clients across a variety of industries providing expert guidance and ensuring compliance with federal state and local tax regulations.

At Saltmarsh we take pride in delivering legendary service to our clients while investing in our relationships with both clients and colleagues. If youre passionate about excellence and looking to take your career to the next level this role is for you.

As a Tax Senior you will:

• Prepare and review complex individual corporate partnership and trust tax returns
• Manage multiple client engagements and ensure timely delivery of high-quality work
• Supervise and mentor junior staff providing training and performance feedback
• Conduct tax research and stay current on tax law changes
• Assist in developing and maintaining client relationships
• Collaborate with other departments to provide integrated client service
• Identify opportunities for tax planning and consulting
• Support business development efforts through networking and client outreach

Were looking for driven client-focused candidates with:

• Bachelors degree in accounting Masters degree preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of tax experience in a public accounting firm (local regional or national)
• CPA license CPA eligibility or active pursuit of CPA certification preferred
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple engagements
• Demonstrated leadership potential and interest in team development
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills as well as strong communication and interpersonal skills
• & Proficiency in:
  • CCH Engagement
  • CCH Axcess
  • QuickBooks
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Saltmarsh invests in their employees growth development and work-life balance by offering:

• Firm-paid CPE
• Leadership opportunities
• Sabbatical program
• Unlimited PTO
• 12 firm-paid holidays
• Flexible remote work options
• Major medical dental and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with profit sharing
• Equity program for Senior Managers and top performing Managers

Saltmarsh offers the flexibility of a hybrid and remote optional work environment with offices in Pensacola Tampa and Orlando.

Saltmarsh is not just a place to work; its a place to thrive. Ready to grow your career and make an impact Join us and discover the difference of being part of the Saltmarsh family.

Apply now and lets build something amazing together!

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

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

For further questions or inquiries about the role please reach out to Karina Matos Recruiter at

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.