Accounting Associate

Accounting Associate – Ascend Join to apply for the Accounting Associate role at Ascend . Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Supervisor – Tax Department 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 the 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. If you want to join an accounting firm with “out of the box” thinking, and one that’s now positioned for even greater reach with Ascend, apply here. Locations: Miami, Florida OR Weston, Florida OR Boca Raton, Florida OR Charlotte, NC OR Remote OR Hybrid Responsibilities Provide consulting services and make recommendations to clients on innovative business tax planning and compliance services in a timely and effective manner. Review tax returns from associates and interns and make recommendations regarding accuracy and tax savings opportunities. Assist Manager in running client engagements from start to finish, including planning, executing, directing, and completing tax projects and managing to budget. Ensure complete client satisfaction through open communication, managing, meeting deadlines and proactively sharing tax saving strategies. Work closely with Partners, Senior Managers, Managers and Staff on client management, professional development and business development activities. Resolve minor issues directly with the IRS and other tax authorities. Assist with resolving more complex issues with IRS and other tax authorities. Participate in client meetings. May lead client meetings with smaller clients. Supervise, train, and mentor associates and interns on tax projects and assess performance of staff for engagement reviews. Attend professional development and continuing education sessions on a regular basis. Other related duties as assigned. Desired Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree with a major in accounting. Master's in Taxation or LLM in Taxation a plus. Strong technical skills pertaining to tax preparation and review, tax compliance, agency correspondence and tax research. Experience in tax provisions a plus. Ability to problem‑solve and think both creatively and logically. Demonstrated ability to self‑direct and effectively organize, prioritize and manage multiple engagements under tight deadlines. Outstanding leadership, mentoring and interpersonal skills fostering client and staff relationships. Excellent analytical, organizational, written and verbal communication skills. Ability to attract and develop profitable, sustainable client relationships. Benefits and Perks Health, Dental, Vision, Short and Long‑Term Disability Flexible Time Off FSA & HSA Employee Assistant Programs 401(k) Matching Commuter Benefits Parental Leave Modernized Incentives and Equity Participation KSDT is dedicated to ensuring equal opportunity in all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, compensation, and workplace culture. KSDT is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, childbirth, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, pregnancy‑related conditions, and religious beliefs, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications of the position. It is not an exhaustive list, and additional duties may be assigned as needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr