Tax Manager

Ascend; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free comprehensive HMO

Dental and vision coverage

Flex time and virtual work options

Competitive 401(k) Plan

Paid holidays and paid time off

Modern workplace culture

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Colorado Springs is seeking a Certified Public Accountant with 5 to 10 years of experience. The candidate will manage tax services, build client relationships, and supervise team members. Responsibilities include business development and participating in firm growth. This role offers a flexible work environment and a competitive salary range of $100,000 to $150,000 based on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant required.
• Minimum 5 – 10 years related experience.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining client relationships.
• Managing tax services with numerous engagements running simultaneously.
• Develop, coach, and supervise team members.
• Participate in firm growth and management.
• Business development.

Skills

Certified Public Accountant

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Client relationship building

Leadership ability

Working knowledge of tax software

Microsoft Office programs

Education

5 – 10 years related experience

Tools

Tax software

Microsoft Office

Job description

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. For more information, visit www.ascendtogether.com.

About BiggsKofford

BiggsKofford is a boutique accounting firm, with approximately 50+ staff, located in Colorado since 1982. We go beyond traditional compliance work to provide our clients with a full range of services designed to help them achieve their financial goals. We focus on closely held middle‑market businesses and non‑profit organizations, and our forward‑thinking and consultative approach helps our clients thrive through mission sustainability and long‑term growth. Clients are served through creating long‑term relationships and going above and beyond the typical compliance services of a traditional CPA firm.

We believe in fostering a work environment where our core values guide everything we do. Our commitment to being solution‑oriented, building personal relationships, maintaining professionalism, embracing interdependence, and focusing on long‑term success and growth is at the heart of our culture. We’re looking for individuals who share these values and are excited to contribute to our mission.

What You May Receive

• A work environment built on collaboration, innovation, and trust
• Free comprehensive HMO with nominal upcharges for upsizing plans
• Dental and vision coverage
• Flex time and virtual work options (if applicable)
• Competitive 401(k) Plan featuring a company contribution regardless of individual contributions
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Modern and participative workplace culture

Your Duties And Responsibilities

• Building and maintaining client relationships
• Managing tax services with numerous engagements running simultaneously
• Client billing
• Develop, coach and supervise team members
• Participate in firm growth and management
• Seek opportunities to expand learning
• Project management
• Business development
• Other duties as required

Location/Flex options

• Opportunity to work from Colorado Springs or Denver
• Some travel may be required with occasional work from home options
• Expected 40 hours per week with flexible start times

To Be a Successful Candidate, You Will Have

• Certified Public Accountant required
• Minimum 5 – 10 years related experience
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated aptitude building client relationships and leadership ability
• Working knowledge of tax software and Microsoft Office programs

BiggsKofford Colorado Springs Location

630 SouthPointe Ct. #200
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Phone: [phone]

BiggsKofford Denver Location

6950 E Belleview Ave. #102
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
Phone: [phone]

The annual base salary range for this role is $100,000-$150,000. This range includes the anticipated low and high end the salary range for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on various factors, including experience, education and/or skill level.

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. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.