Teams at Ascend (ascendtogether.com)

Manage multiple assurance engagements from planning through completion, supervise and develop audit staff, own client relationships, handle engagement economics, research and apply GAAP/GAAS, contribute to business development and firm technical thought leadership, and ensure quality and compliance across a portfolio of complex clients.

Lead tax due diligence for middle‑market M&A transactions, evaluate tax risks across income, sales, property, payroll, and unclaimed property, prepare and present reports, analyze deal structures, support post‑transaction integration, manage tax compliance for individuals, corporations, and partnerships, review staff work, conduct tax research, advise clients, and coach and mentor team members.

The Tax Director oversees operations and team development, managing federal and multi-state tax returns, client advisory services, and departmental standards.