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.

This position would be employed directly by Saltmarsh, a partner firm with Ascend.   

Elevate your career at Saltmarsh!

Saltmarsh is seeking a reliable, dependable, organized, detail-oriented, and welcoming Receptionist to join our team. In this vital role, you will be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, while also providing essential administrative support across all practices to ensure the smooth operation of our office. Your professionalism, efficiency, and friendly demeanor will reflect Saltmarsh's commitment to excellence and legendary service.

At Saltmarsh, we take pride in delivering legendary service to our clients while investing in our relationships with both clients and colleagues. If you're passionate about excellence and looking to take your career to the next level, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

As a Receptionist, you will:

Who You Are

The ideal candidate will have:

• 2+ years of experience in an administrative or receptionist role, preferably in a professional services setting
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with a keen attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients and team members
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately
• A positive attitude, adaptability, and a commitment to providing exceptional service
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite 

What We Offer

Saltmarsh invests in their employees' growth, development, and work-life balance by offering: 

Location

This position is on-site, Monday through Friday, with our Pensacola office. The office's working hours are 8:00am-5:00pm CDT.  

Saltmarsh is not just a place to work; it's a place to thrive. Ready to grow your career and make an impact? Join us and discover the difference of being part of the Saltmarsh family.

Apply now and let’s build something amazing together!

How to Apply

Submit your information in the application section directly below! This will include:

• Basic contact information
• Resume/CV and optional cover letter upload
• Work eligibility and compensation
• Voluntary demographic & self-ID questions

For further questions or inquiries about the role, please reach out to Olivia Riley, Sr. Recruiter at olivia.riley@ascendtogether.com. 

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.