Hybrid Tax Manager: Compliance & Advisory

Ascend; Kirkland (WA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off (PTO)

13 paid holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Ascend is seeking a Tax Manager in Kirkland, WA to lead federal and state tax engagements for diverse clients. You will identify planning opportunities, ensure compliance, manage client relationships, and supervise staff within a high-volume environment.

The successful candidate will have a CPA (or EA), 5–10 years in public accounting tax, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and CCH. This hybrid role reports to the Tax Partner and offers strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Taxation.
• Active CPA license or Enrolled Agent (EA) credential.
• 5 to 10 years’ experience in public accounting tax experience, including experience managing client engagements.
• Experience reviewing tax returns and workpapers, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Experience serving individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and/or family-owned businesses.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CCH products.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple tasks and in organizing and prioritizing work assignments and ongoing duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively and timely in writing and verbally with colleagues, clients, and other external partners.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and review a portfolio of federal and state tax engagements from planning through completion.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships by serving as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact.
• Review complex tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and family-owned businesses.
• Oversee tax compliance for clients in professional services, technology, manufacturing and distribution, hospitality, and healthcare.
• Manage multiple engagements simultaneously, ensuring projects are completed accurately, timely, and within budget.
• Identify opportunities to improve client tax positions and support long-term financial goals.
• Contribute to business development efforts by identifying opportunities within existing client relationships and supporting prospective client initiatives.
• Stay current on changes in tax laws, regulations, and industry trends to ensure compliance and deliver proactive guidance.
• Supervise, train, and mentor staff and senior associates.
• Assign work, establish timelines, monitor budgets, and manage engagement workflow.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and maintain strong client relationships.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department managers

Skills

Technical leadership

Communication skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Taxation

CPA license or Enrolled Agent (EA) credential

Tools

Microsoft Office

CCH tax software

Job description

Ascend is seeking a Tax Manager in Kirkland, WA to lead federal and state tax engagements for diverse clients. You will identify planning opportunities, ensure compliance, manage client relationships, and supervise staff within a high-volume environment.

The successful candidate will have a CPA (or EA), 5–10 years in public accounting tax, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and CCH. This hybrid role reports to the Tax Partner and offers strong growth opportunities.