Assurance Senior Associate

KSDT•Sunrise, FL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Assurance Senior About KSDT KSDT has long been recognized as one of Forbes Best Accounting and Tax Firms in America and one of the South Florida Business Journal’s Best Places to Work. Now, with our exciting new partnership with Ascend, we’re stepping into the next phase of growth and opportunity. What hasn’t changed is our culture: the “secret sauce” that sets us apart. We foster a fun and creative environment, keep politics out, and make work-life balance a priority. We seek highly motivated individuals who want not only true career advancement, but also the chance to shape and grow alongside a firm that is scaling rapidly. Our partners and knowledgeable professionals remain accessible for hands-on learning, mentorship, and development. In September 2025, KSDT made the strategic decision to join Ascend! With Ascend’s partnership and shared resources, KSDT is well positioned for strong innovation and growth in the years to come. About Ascend At Ascend, we recognize the struggles that accounting & finance professionals face in traditional firms - from rigid hierarchies and overwhelming workloads to the elusive work-life balance. We believe your ambition should not be constrained by outdated practices or opaque career paths. Here, you're not just a number but a valued member of a community that champions both your professional and 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 robust resources. Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend 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 so that firms can surmount today’s industry challenges to reach their full potential. For more information, visit www.ascendtogether.com. Locations: Weston, FL; Boca Raton, FL

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree with a major in accounting
Non-Profit experience
Prior experience in an Assurance department of a CPA firm in a supervisory role
Technically proficient in Excel, general ledger packages, and computerized audit applications
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think both creatively and logically
Demonstrated ability to self-direct and effectively manage multiple engagements under tight deadlines
Strong leadership, mentoring, and interpersonal skills fostering productive client and staff relationships
Excellent analytical, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to attract and develop profitable, sustainable client relationships
Ability to multi-task and manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong technology skills, including Microsoft Office Suite
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Responsibilities

Run Assurance department client engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, directing, and completing projects while managing to budget.
Provide consulting services and make recommendations to clients regarding business and compliance services in a timely and effective manner.
Review work completed by staff and make recommendations regarding preparation and accuracy.
Exercise sound fiscal engagement management by developing budgets, managing outstanding AR, and taking an active role in the billing process.
Prepare and/or review financial statements and complete general audit procedures including coordination of audit closing communications, drafting client correspondence, and resolving open items.
Research technical issues using online tools and professional resources.
Ensure complete client satisfaction through open communication, deadline management, and proactive issue resolution.
Work closely with team members on client management, professional development, and business development initiatives.
Assist with resolving more complex issues and serve as a knowledge resource to junior team members.
Participate in and occasionally lead client meetings.
Take an active role in firm meetings, contributing insights and feedback.
Supervise, train, and mentor staff on audit projects and evaluate their performance for engagement reviews.
Attend professional development and continuing education sessions on a regular basis.
Other related duties as assigned.