Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid
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 resourc…
Skills: Tax Advisory, Tax Compliance, Project Management, Technical Review, Tax Research
Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States · On-site
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 resourc…
Skills: Executive Support, Calendar Management, Travel Coordination, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Excel
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Lead and manage all phases of business client tax advisory and compliance engagements, with a specific focus on the auto dealership industry. Responsibilities include performing technical reviews of returns, mentoring staff, and identifying value-added services for clients.
Requires a CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA) with over 10 years of experience in business tax preparation and review. Candidates should possess strong project management skills and a desire for future firm ownership.
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 Blackman & Sloop
At Blackman & Sloop, we hire great people and give them a great place to work. We listen to what our employees value, and being a local firm gives us the advantage of flexibility. Our secret to retaining staff is a positive culture, strong community involvement, and a dedication to constantly increasing our competencies. We are a single-office firm with approximately 45 full-time staff.
For 7 consecutive years, we’ve been honored as one of Accounting Today’s “Best Accounting Firms to Work For”! We've also been recognized by Business North Carolina as one of the “Best Employers in North Carolina” list for the past 4 years. Most recently, we are proud to have received BDO's award for outstanding workplace culture! We believe we’re receiving this recognition based on our commitment to and from each employee, regardless of level.
As an independent member of the BDO Alliance, we have access to the resources of BDO USA, LLP, the world's 5th largest accounting and consulting firm. Additionally in April 2024, we made the strategic decision to join Ascend to usher us in our next stage of growth. What this means to you is that while we're a local accounting firm, our reach and expertise have no boundaries. Each member of our staff has access to an unlimited amount of resources to gain valuable information on levels that most local firms do not encounter.
Blackman & Sloop is excited to welcome a new industry to our client base! As we expand into the auto dealership space, we are seeking a new Senior Tax Manager to join our team. This role will have a strong emphasis on supporting our dealership clients, while also providing opportunities to work across a variety of other areas.
As a Senior Tax Manager, you will lead and manage all phases of business client tax advisory and compliance engagements. You will manage clients independently and carry out your outstanding project management, analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills. You will perform technical reviews of business returns, participate in training and supervision of staff, 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. A dedication to excellent client service and a sense of humor are a must.
A perceptive team-player who excels in a progressive & collaborative environment, blending sharp analytical skills with exceptional communication. A detail-oriented leader who embodies critical thinking & high standards. A proactive professional, committed to delivering outstanding service while embracing and driving curiosity & innovation.
At Blackman & Sloop, we’ve designed a flexible work structure that enables both teamwork and independence, enhancing our employees’ work experience while promoting personal well-being.
We hire good people and give them a good place to work. Our secret to keeping them around is a positive culture, strong community involvement, and a dedication to constantly increasing our competencies. We truly believe that when you succeed, the firm succeeds, and we make sure you have whatever tools you need to make that success possible.
Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, health, and ongoing professional growth:
Submit your information in the application section directly below! This will include:
For further questions or inquiries about the role, please reach out to Kim Chedgy, Lead Recruiter at [email protected].
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.
Exceeding client expectations since 1973.
Our firm is actively involved in auditing, taxation, management consulting, financial planning and related services. We believe in the value of relationships. We view every client relationship like a partnership, and truly believe that our success is a result of your success. We are committed to providing close, personal attention to our clients. We take pride in giving you the assurance that the personal assistance you receive comes from years of advanced training, technical experience and financial acumen. Our continual investment of time and resources in professional continuing education, state-of-the-art computer technology and extensive business relationships is indicative of our commitment to excellence. Services offered include, but not limited to: Tax, Audit, Accounting, Consulting, Finance, Benefit Plans, Estate, Trust, CPA, Small Business, Non-Profit, Corporate, Individual, Bookkeeping Blackman & Sloop is an independent member of the BDO Seidman Alliance, a nationwide association of independently owned local and regional CPA firms and businesses sharing a dedication to exemplary client service. We now offer expanded capabilities in such specialty areas as international tax, corporate finance, executive search, management consulting, litigation consulting, and real estate services. While retaining our own distinct business identity and control over decisions affecting our clients, the interaction we have with BDO Seidman and other Alliance members enables us to strengthen proficiency in all disciplines, gain extensive domestic and global coverage, and ultimately, serve our clients better.
Offices: 1414 Raleigh Road, Suite 300, Chapel Hill, NC 27517, US
Exceeding client expectations since 1973.
Our firm is actively involved in auditing, taxation, management consulting, financial planning and related services. We believe in the value of relationships. We view every client relationship like a partnership, and truly believe that our success is a result of your success. We are committed to providing close, personal attention to our clients. We take pride in giving you the assurance that the personal assistance you receive comes from years of advanced training, technical experience and financial acumen. Our continual investment of time and resources in professional continuing education, state-of-the-art computer technology and extensive business relationships is indicative of our commitment to excellence. Services offered include, but not limited to: Tax, Audit, Accounting, Consulting, Finance, Benefit Plans, Estate, Trust, CPA, Small Business, Non-Profit, Corporate, Individual, Bookkeeping Blackman & Sloop is an independent member of the BDO Seidman Alliance, a nationwide association of independently owned local and regional CPA firms and businesses sharing a dedication to exemplary client service. We now offer expanded capabilities in such specialty areas as international tax, corporate finance, executive search, management consulting, litigation consulting, and real estate services. While retaining our own distinct business identity and control over decisions affecting our clients, the interaction we have with BDO Seidman and other Alliance members enables us to strengthen proficiency in all disciplines, gain extensive domestic and global coverage, and ultimately, serve our clients better.
Offices: 1414 Raleigh Road, Suite 300, Chapel Hill, NC 27517, US
