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 We believe your ambition should not be constrained by outdated practices or opaque career paths.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. 

We partner with regional, entrepreneurial firms and provide them with the resources and support necessary to thrive in today's dynamic market. This includes access to growth capital, robust talent acquisition, top-tier technology, transformative leadership, shared back-office services, & more. Founded in January 2023, Ascend attained revenues to sufficiently qualify as a Top 100 U.S. accounting firm within six months of operation. Explore Ascend, where your career soars without sacrificing your quality of life.

About BiggsKofford

BiggsKofford, one of the largest boutique CPA firms in Colorado, primarily serves closely held businesses, nonprofits, and healthcare organizations. Audit Seniors at BiggsKofford experience working directly with small business owners and executive leadership of the organizations to report on what matters most to them. We create long-lasting relationships with clients and thrive when our clients thrive.

BiggsKofford is team-oriented, offering a friendly work environment and flex-work options. With offices in Colorado Springs and Denver, our firm is able to offer the lifestyle that fits you best. We are a solution-oriented firm that goes beyond the traditional compliance function of an audit. This leads to projects assisting clients with any number of business matters to help them realize their goals. Candidates for this position should have a desire to consult with clients on many aspects of their business or organization, well beyond the audit engagement.

What We Offer

• Compensation range of $75,000-$100,000 per year
• Competitive 401(k) Plan
• Flextime and virtual work options (if applicable)
• Fully paid health insurance for employees
• Dental, vision and other benefit coverage
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Continuing education credits
• Assistance with CPA exam and study material

What we are Looking For

We are seeking an individual who would like to do challenging and interesting work in a nimble environment with a sophisticated client base and real opportunities for advancement. Our ideal candidate enjoys working with clients in a team setting and is a problem solver.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 2+ years of accounting firm audit experience
• CPA license or actively in process
• Knowledge of accounting principles and auditing standards
• Excellent project management skills
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficiency in Excel and other Microsoft programs
• Ability to learn quicky and work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Detail oriented

Your Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform audit, review, or compilation procedures for clients
• Perform effective risk and internal control assessments and audit planning
• Responsible for all engagement phases, including planning, fieldwork, financial statement and report preparation, and delivery
• Review staff work, prepare high-risk audit sections, and draft financial statements
• Provide financial and business analysis post-fieldwork to improve client controls and procedures
• Collect and analyze client information to solve problems and meet deadlines
• Train and delegate tasks to staff based on availability and experience
• Conduct fieldwork at client locations and for remote clients
• Meet assigned deadlines or budgets and demonstrate proactive communication regarding such

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

BiggsKofford Colorado Springs Location:

1975 Research Pkwy, Suite 255

Colorado Springs, CO 80920

Phone: (719) 579-9090

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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.