Audit and Tax Preparer

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. 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”.About Ascend 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. Tax Associate A Tax Associate plays a foundational role in the preparation of federal and state tax returns for a diverse portfolio of clients across professional services, technology, manufacturing and distribution, hospitality, and healthcare — ranging from pre-revenue startups to $80M in revenue — including individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and small family-owned and operating businesses.This position reports directly to the Partner of Tax and is based in Kirkland, Washington, with a hybrid work schedule.

Specific Duties Will Include Prepare federal and state tax returns, including multistate filings, across a variety of entity types including individuals, corporations, partnerships, and trusts

Conduct tax research under the direction of senior staff and managers

Collaborate with staff across CAAS, audit, and advisory teams as needed

Receive hands-on training and mentorship from senior associates and managers

Build foundational knowledge of federal and state tax compliance and regulations

The successful candidate will have Bachelor's degree in Accounting

0–2 years of public or private accounting experience

CPA eligible or actively pursuing CPA licensure

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and SharePoint

Ability to communicate effectively and timely in writing and verbally with colleagues, clients, and other external partners

This range includes the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position. For employees working 30 or more hours per week, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as dependent coverage; Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; and employer-paid life and disability insurance; We also provide flexible time off (PTO) and 13 paid holidays.

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.