Tax Senior

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We partner with regional, entrepreneurial firms and provide them with the resources and support necessary to thrive in today's dynamic market. This includes access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition, top‑tier technology, transformative leadership, shared back‑office services, and more. Founded in January 2023, Ascend attained revenues sufficient to qualify as a Top 100 U.S. accounting firm within six months of operation.

GG Advisors is a Kansas City‑area professional services firm located in Leawood, Kansas. We provide advisory services, including tax, accounting, part‑time CFO, and business formation services. In October 2023, GG Advisors made the strategic decision to join Ascend to usher in our next stage of growth. With Ascend’s partnership and shared resources—technology, training, and development—GG Advisors is well positioned for strong innovation and growth in the years to come.

If you’re an experienced tax professional looking for a culture that supports personal growth, collaborative relationships, and innovative minds through a flexible working environment, you may be a great fit for our team. We are looking for tax professionals who want to use their gifts and expertise to make a tangible impact. You will handle federal and state tax planning and compliance services to serve our businesses, their owners, and individuals.

• Prepare and review tax filings (1040, 1041, Partnerships, LLC, S‑Corp) for business owners’ corporate and individual needs.
• Review tax information supplied by the client and obtain open items if necessary.
• Identify and communicate any tax matters to managers, senior managers, or the broader team.
• Work with your internal G&G team and help them review clients’ comparative financials.
• Begin acquiring the skills necessary to develop quality client relationships.

• 3+ years of experience in federal and state tax compliance.
• Microsoft Office proficiency.
• Quick Books proficiency.
• Familiarity with tax preparation and accounting software.
• Strong communication skills.

• Hold an active CPA license (or be in the process of obtaining it).
• Proficiency with 1040, 1041, Partnerships, LLC, S‑Corp returns.
• Proficiency with Thomson Reuters Ultra Tax, Fixed Assets CS, Work papers CS, RIA Checkpoint.

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance options.
• FSA & HSA.
• Performance bonus.
• 401(k) matching.
• Unlimited PTO and flexibility.
• 4‑day work weeks (36 weekly hours) during off season (closed on Fridays).
• Parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Commitment to professional development.

Submit your information in the application section directly below. Your submission should include:

• Basic contact information.
• Resume/CV and optional cover letter upload.
• Work eligibility, credentials, and compensation.
• Voluntary demographic & self‑.

For further questions or inquiries about the role, please reach out to Alex Harvick, Senior Recruiter, at

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.