Copy of Tax Associate

Ascend Partner Firms•Kirkland, WA

2d•$80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

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 . Tax Associate At Sweeney Conrad, our foundation of “people first” begins with our employees—because we know the success of our firm stems from the relationships within it. We consider our employees family and foster a positive work culture, encouraging a healthy balance between work and life; building a career over having a job; continuing education and skill development; and being actively involved in the Puget Sound community where we live, work, and play. We’re proud of our employees and our culture, and have been recognized by Accounting Today as one of the “Best Accounting Firms to Work For” and by Puget Sound Business Journal as one of “Washington’s Best Workplaces.” As a rapidly growing midsized firm, we offer vast opportunities for both career and personal development, as well as the best of both small and large firms: Working with a wide variety of clients and industries , while maintaining the opportunity to specialize in areas of interest Early and frequent interaction with firm shareholders and clients Career development and mentorship from shareholders and client managers Company-sponsored technical and intensive leadership training from industry leaders in our international network Competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, flexible schedules, and reimbursement for continuing education and professional memberships As trusted advisors and dedicated partners, our highly motivated Tax Associates work with other team members to provide closely held companies and high net worth individuals with tax and accounting services (including planning, consulting, research, and compliance) that meet their present needs and help them secure a prosperous future. They also represent Sweeney Conrad in the community and develop referral relationships with professionals in related industries.

Requirements

One to four years’ experience in public accounting
BA/BS in accounting
CPA eligible
A desire to be challenged and for career advancement in a rapidly growing leading firm
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Highly organized and detail-oriented