Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Company: Confidential

Location: Sunrise, FL

About Ascend

At Ascend, we recognize the struggles that accounting & finance professionals face in traditional firms - from rigid hierarchies and overwhelming workloads to the elusive work-life balance. We believe your ambition should not be constrained by outdated practices or opaque career paths. Here, you're not just a number but a valued member of a community that champions both your professional and personal fulfillment. Our mission is to transform the public accounting experience into one where work-life harmony is a reality, and where your career advancement is supported by a nurturing network and robust resources. 

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.

Responsibilities

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• Provide administrative support
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• Process tax returns using e-filing process
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• Scan and organize documents in SharePoint and GoFileRoom
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• Cultivate relationships and maintain contact with company clients
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• Function as a backup for other Administrative Assistants within the group and support other team activities as directed
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• Handle incoming calls proficiently and follow through regarding issues raised with appropriate parties
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• Develop a good working relationship with all levels of staff
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• Handle sensitive/confidential information requiring a high level of discretion
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Desired Qualifications

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• Relevant experience supporting executives in a professional services environment
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• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written including excellent grammar and proofreading abilities
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• Excellent technology skills including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and interest in learning additional software packages as needed
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• Tax program knowledge is a plus
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• Ability to develop own processes and follow through with them
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• Ability to exercise good judgment and decision making
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• Ability to anticipate problems and act accordingly
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• Time management skills - ability to prioritize and multi-task
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• Ability to take initiative, be assertive and maintain confidence
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• Professional demeanor
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• Organizational skills and detail oriented nature
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• Handle additional administrative responsibilities as needed
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Benefits and Perks:

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• Health, Dental, Vision, Short and Long-Term Disability
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• Flexible Time Off
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• FSA & HSA
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• Employee Assistant Programs
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• 401(k) Matching
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• Commuter Benefits
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• Parental Leave
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This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications of the position. It is not an exhaustive list, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.