Tax Senior

Who We Are

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. com .

About Glenn Burdette Glenn Burdette is a progressive accounting and business consulting firm deeply committed to fostering professional growth among our staff. Bright, enthusiastic and team-oriented individuals who have strong planning, communication, analytical and organizational skills are always welcome here! It is with pride that we announce, for the 9th consecutive year, our firm has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work on the Central Coast (SLO, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties) by the Pacific Coast Business Times.

At Glenn Burdette, we continuously seek individuals who will contribute to the ongoing growth of our legacy. Our sustained growth and compelling client portfolio make Glenn Burdette an appealing career choice for professionals, particularly those who value the independent firm environment while seeking challenging and rewarding work. We provide an enriching career trajectory for outstanding and motivated individuals.

This, combined with our competitive salary structures, contributes to our ability to retain a highly qualified and professional staff. The Role As a Tax Senior at Glenn Burdette, you will prepare federal, state, local and special tax returns focused on business and individual taxation, flow-through entities, closely held corporations, and tax planning. You will carry out your outstanding project management, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills.

You will conduct tax research and advise on tax matters. Our company is team-oriented and prides itself on providing quality work and excellent customer relations in a friendly, superior working environment. Openings are available in a hybrid or fully onsite environment at our San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles, and Santa Maria offices.

Key Responsibilities

Handles full tax compliance – includ­ing the prepa­ra­tion and review of fed­er­al, mul­ti-state, Cal­i­for­nia and local returns — for income, sales, pay­roll and prop­er­ty tax­es for busi­ness, indi­vid­ual and fidu­cia­ry clients.

Requirements

by studying regulations; enforcing adherence to

; advising management on needed actions; communicating with attorneys, tax specialists and company transfer agent to ensure timely tax reporting

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops or classes, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed, including special projects. Train and develop staff.

Prioritize and manage multiple projects and deadlines. Communicate effectively with all levels of the firm as well as clients.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of tax accounting experience with individual and business tax returns. Excellent project management, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. Self-motivator with the ability to multi-task and complete assignments within time constraints and deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

A strong desire toward career advancement and goal toward future firm ownership.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field. Working towards becoming a CPA if not already licensed.