Teams at Ascend (ascendtogether.com)

The CAAS Director leads client accounting and advisory service lines, ensuring operational excellence, client satisfaction, and team development while driving strategic growth through resource management and innovative technologies.

This internship involves preparing individual and business income tax returns, assisting with payroll and financial statements, and participating in projects that utilize technology and AI.

Lead preparation, review, and delivery of federal and state tax returns for a diverse client portfolio. Manage engagements from planning through completion, identify tax planning opportunities, ensure compliance, supervise and mentor staff, manage timelines and budgets, and collaborate with CAAS, Audit, and Advisory teams while serving as a primary client advisor.