Client Accounting & Advisory Services Associate

Client Accounting & Advisory Services Associate

This full‑time hourly role is part of our Client Accounting & Advisory Services group and focuses on outsourced accounting services for small and lower‑middle‑market businesses. The Associate manages day‑to‑day client accounting—including end‑to‑end accounting, payroll, reconciliations, payables, and state reporting—while ensuring accuracy and compliance. The position reports directly to the Director of Client Accounting & Advisory Services and is based in Kirkland, Washington, with a hybrid in‑office schedule.

Overtime is generally limited to the month of January.

• Own end‑to‑end accounting processes, including payables in  and account reconciliations.
• Perform payroll processing and administration using Gusto, including quarterly and annual payroll tax reporting.
• Prepare and complete state and city excise tax filings.
• Anticipate client needs and respond timely and professionally to client emails and calls.
• Perform other duties as assigned by department managers.

• BA/BS in accounting or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in public accounting and/or corporate accounting.
• Deep understanding of accounting principles.
• Proficient in managing large sets of data.
• Strong analytical skills in reviewing financial statements.
• Strong skills using Quick Books Online (QBO), Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn various software applications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail‑oriented, organized, and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple tasks and prioritizing work assignments.
• Ability to communicate effectively and timely in writing and verbally with colleagues, clients, and external partners.
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment.

• CPA designation.
• Experience using
• Experience using Gusto for payroll processing.
• Familiarity with Slack and

Pay range: $35.00–$44.00 per hour. For those working 30 or more hours per week, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, dependent coverage, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, employer‑paid life and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match, flexible time off (PTO), and 12 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. Ascend hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.