Senior Bookkeeper
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_on2160, Cleveland Street, Pasadena, Harris County, Texas, 77502, United States
About Ascend
Backed by private equity from people-focused Alpine Investors, Ascend is building a dynamic platform for regional accounting firms. This platform enables firms 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.
About Lucas Horsfall
Lucas Horsfall is a CPA firm celebrating its 68th year anniversary in 2025. We attribute our exceptional growth and low turnover to our appreciation of our people and clients. We offer a culture that is fun and diverse, providing an authentic family feel with people that truly care about you and your professional development. We are looking for individuals who dream of a career in public accounting with work-life balance, enjoying the diversity of clients and challenging work with the added benefits of professional growth and opportunity for advancement.
About the Role
As a key member of the tax team, the Senior Bookkeeper will handle monthly, quarterly, and/or annual client bookkeeping. This role is designed to deliver personal and experienced service to our vast array of clients. You will work in a hybrid environment out of our Pasadena or Encino office locations, assisting in various activities including preparing business returns, 1099s, and processing accounting transactions. This position plays an integral part in year-end close by evaluating and preparing required journal entries to get clients' books and records ready for income tax preparation.
Hiring Process
To apply, submit your information in the application section, which includes your basic contact information, resume/CV, optional cover letter, work eligibility, credentials, compensation expectations, and voluntary demographic questions. For further questions or inquiries about the role, please reach out to Aidan Jebson, Sr. Recruiter, at ajebson@ascendtogether.com.
Equal Opportunity
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.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
2160, Cleveland Street, Pasadena, Harris County, Texas, 77502, United States
Pasadena, Texas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProcess accounting transactions including accounts payable and receivable
- check_circlePrepare required journal entries for year-end close and tax preparation
- check_circlePrepare 1099 forms and handle TIN matching for recipients
- check_circleAnalyze general ledger accounts and reconcile bank accounts
- check_circlePerform monthly, quarterly, and annual client bookkeeping
- check_circleConduct fiduciary accounting including trust and forensic accounting
- check_circleManage client payroll access through third-party vendors and retrieve reports
- check_circlePrepare business tax returns including property, sales, and payroll taxes
Requirements
- verified5+ years of progressive public accounting or accounting services experience
- verifiedProficiency with QuickBooks and MS Office
- verifiedBachelor's degree in accounting or business preferred
- verifiedQB ProAdvisor certification preferred
Nice to Have
4-year degree in accounting or business. Experience with Thomson Reuters Fiduciary Accounting Software (FAS). QB ProAdvisor certification.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleFlexible PTOcheck_circleExcellent Voluntary Insurance Optionscheck_circle401(k) Matchingcheck_circleDiscretionary BonusTuition reimbursement for advanced education
