Ascend

👥 251-500💰 Private over 6 years agoLogistics Transportation💼 Private Company

Ascend is a leading logistics services provider, operating across the South, Mid-Atlantic, and Midwest regions of the United States. We specialize in high-performance short-haul shipping, serving the truckload needs of retail, consumer goods, packaging, and industrial supply clients. Our extensive network ensures reliable capacity and density in high-demand areas. Ascend partners with affiliated companies—Ascend LLC, Ascend Transportation LLC, Ascend Trucking LLC, and Ascend Distribution LLC—to deliver seamless, efficient logistics solutions. We leverage a robust technological foundation to optimize operations and enhance customer experience. Our tech stack includes a Content Delivery Network (CDN), Google Analytics, and Google Tag Manager, enabling us to deliver exceptional performance and data-driven insights. We maintain a focus on security with SSL by default, HSTS, and Let's Encrypt. Our commitment to innovation ensures our technology adapts to evolving market needs and consistently provides our team with the best tools available. Ascend values a positive and collaborative work environment, fostering a culture of teamwork, innovation, and client focus. With a workforce of 251-500 employees, we offer a range of opportunities for professional growth and development. Our recent acquisition of Dedicated Transportation Solutions in 2022 demonstrates our continued expansion and commitment to building a premier logistics provider. Backed by Wellspring Capital Management's private equity investment, Ascend maintains a strong financial foundation, providing stability and supporting our ambitious growth plans. We are consistently ranked among top logistics and transportation companies, reflecting our commitment to excellence and the high value we bring to our clients and partners.

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🔥 Principal, Product Manager - Canada

Posted 1 day ago

📍 Canada

🔍 Accounting

🔧 Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, or equivalent work experience and education; Master’s degree is a plus.
Preference will be given to candidates with experience in ML/AI, development or technical roles, or experience in Taxation and Accounting technology.

💡 Responsibilities

Being a strong influencer of Ascend’s AI strategy, in partnership with the rest of the AI Team.
Working backward from customer needs, develop and communicate your product vision to Ascend leadership and the AI team
Develop a 12-month prioritized roadmap in collaboration with Engineering.
Own the product lifecycle for your product area, from ideation to launch, ensuring continuous iteration and improvement.
Identify and drive large-scale transformation opportunities within your product area.
Develop and execute product strategies that enhance Ascend’s operating margins.
Align and manage dependencies between product areas to ensure a cohesive roadmap.
Provide clear, structured input to Engineering to ensure smooth product development.
Ensure Engineering priorities align with business objectives.
Develop strong ML/LLM hypotheses based on customer research and deep industry understanding.
Partner with AI Engineering to define and prioritize ML/LLM experiments.
Improve and iterate on product launch mechanisms while defining and tracking key metrics post-launch to drive continuous improvement.
Communicate outcomes clearly, adjust priorities based on results, escalate and recommend pivots when needed.

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🔥 HRIS Analyst - West Coast

Posted 14 days ago

📍 United States

🔧 Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
3-5+ years of experience in onboarding, HRIS management, and compliance.
Experience managing Workday HRIS, including reporting and integrations.
Strong project management and data analysis skills.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of accuracy.
Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve HR system concerns.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with employees and leadership.
Experience working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

💡 Responsibilities

Maintain 99% accuracy in HCM data for assigned partner firms.
Conduct full data audits upon the onboarding of new firms and quarterly thereafter to ensure accuracy.
Create and maintain a weekly onboarding and offboarding dashboard tracking new and departing employees.
Ensure all integrations (Empower, Bswift, Everify, Checkr) function without errors to achieve 100% payroll accuracy.
Troubleshoot integration malfunctions with system POCs, resolving issues within 24 hours.
Generate Workday reports in under 24 hours, ideally within 4 hours.
Process all employee-related HRIS data updates within 24 hours.
Engage in Workday enhancement and automation projects alongside the Director of People Operations (DOP) to drive efficiency.
Provide Workday HRIS support for Head of People staff at the partner firm level, maintaining a response time of under 24 hours.
Coordinate pre-onboarding activities, including documentation, background checks, and system setup.
Facilitate orientation sessions within the first three days of hire to introduce new employees to Ascend culture, policies, and team.
Ensure all new employees receive proper training and tools during their first week.
Manage the new hire checklist, ensuring all items are completed within the first week.
Coordinate with IT to ensure seamless Day 1 onboarding, including system access and workspace setup.
Track and gather feedback from new hires, maintaining a >=50% response rate on the onboarding survey.
Partner with HR Leads at Partner Firms to ensure successful firm-specific onboarding.
Ensure 100% of employees go through a formal offboarding process, with 100% of voluntary leavers participating in an exit interview.
Ensure full compliance with legal and internal policies, including final pay, benefits, and tax documentation.
Ensure exit interviews are conducted and report key insights to improve retention and employee experience.
Collaborate with IT, security, and other departments to ensure data security and policy compliance post-departure.
Update systems and records to reflect departing employees' status changes.
Manage benefits offboarding, ensuring proper deployment of COBRA administration.
Ensure 100% completion, accuracy, and compliance of onboarding and offboarding documentation.
Maintain accurate Workday profiles with employment agreements, offer letters, resumes, bonus documentation, compensation change documents, severance terms, transfer documents, promotion letters, and non-compete/non-solicit agreements.
Stay updated on employment regulations, data protection laws, and industry best practices, providing the DOP with quarterly updates.
Develop and implement an automated compliance solution to minimize human error.

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🔥 IT Project Manager

Posted about 2 months ago

📍 United States

🧭 Full-Time

🔍 Technology

🔧 Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field
5+ years of experience in IT project management
Strong background in managing cross-functional projects
Project management certification (PMP, PMI-ACP, etc.)
Proficiency in project management software (e.g., JIRA, Asana)
Familiarity with IT frameworks (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall)
Understanding of IT systems and cloud platforms
Strong leadership and communication skills

💡 Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional teams on technology projects
Create and manage detailed project plans
Maintain clear communication with all teams
Conduct post-project retrospectives
Develop dashboards and metrics for project tracking
Track IT spend across projects and operations

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🔥 Recruiter

Posted 2 months ago

📍 US

🔍 Accounting

🔧 Requirements

Minimum 3 years of recruiting experience, particularly in public accounting.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
Strong organizational skills and critical thinking abilities.
Excellent communication skills, with a strong desire to win and intellectual curiosity.
Attention to detail and sound judgment.
Proficiency with an ATS (Greenhouse is a plus).

💡 Responsibilities

Partner closely with CEOs and HR leaders at regional firms to understand their cultures and write effective job descriptions.
Own the candidate experience throughout the hiring process to ensure a high NPS.
Build a pipeline of diverse, high-quality candidates for various accounting roles.
Create effective outreach methods to attract candidates.
Evaluate talent through screening interviews and ensure excellent interview skills.
Utilize the ATS to run reports and ensure data accuracy.
Monitor talent pipeline analytics and take action to improve conversion rates.
Negotiate and execute offer letters in collaboration with HR.
Cultivate connections within the recruiting community to stay ahead of industry trends.
Manage candidate experience surveys to gather feedback and achieve a candidate NPS of 90+.
Establish partnerships with universities to access new talent.

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🔥 Associate, Partnerships

Posted 3 months ago

📍 US

🔍 Accounting

🔧 Requirements

1-4 years of experience in investment banking, private equity, corporate development, M&A advisory, or management consulting.
Strong proficiency in financial modeling, EBITDA normalization, and valuation techniques.
Advanced Excel skills, capable of using complex formulas and pivot tables.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Solid understanding of financial statements and data analysis.
Excellent presentation skills for persuasive content delivery.
Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
Proven risk identification and problem-solving abilities.
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proactive, self-starter attitude with ownership mentality.

💡 Responsibilities

Cultivate investment judgment by understanding and evaluating CPA firm investments.
Deliver high-quality, accurate diligence with an emphasis on data analysis.
Develop process management skills for effective deal tracking and workflow organization.
Build trusted partnerships through collaboration with teams and efficient deal execution.
Lead integration processes to ensure seamless transitions post-acquisition.
Excel as a team player by positively engaging with internal and external stakeholders.

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🔥 Tax Senior Manager

Posted 5 months ago

📍 San Diego, CA

🧭 Full-Time

💸 150000 - 210000 USD per year

🔍 Public accounting

🔧 Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or business with a certificate in accounting from an accredited university.
Minimum of 10 years of increasing levels of responsibility in tax with a regional or large local CPA firm.
Must be an Active CPA with prior tax experience with Partnerships, S-Corps, and Pass-Through Entities.
Demonstrably strong leadership skills and in-depth knowledge of tax laws and regulations.
Ability to work independently and interact well in a team environment.

💡 Responsibilities

Lead and manage all aspects of technically complex tax engagements including consulting, planning, and compliance for pass-through entities and C corps.
Provide guidance, direction, and leadership to the tax preparation team throughout the engagement cycle.
Ensure accuracy and timeliness in the preparation of tax returns, estimates, and projections.
Deliver quality client service that fosters loyalty and teamwork.
Focus on solutions and creatively solve problems to assist in timely decision making.

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🔥 Tax Senior

Posted 5 months ago

📍 United States

🧭 Full-Time

🔍 Accounting

🔧 Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
CPA Certification is a plus or working toward obtaining CPA license.
Minimum 2-5 years tax experience in public accounting setting.
Minimum 1-3 years managing client relationships.

💡 Responsibilities

Prepares complex and reviews individual, trust, corporate, partnership, and S-Corp returns requiring advanced expertise.
Reviews accounting reviews using balance sheet approach, including making adjusting journal entries to complete trial balance for interim accounting or tax returns.
Reviews and updates depreciation schedules for asset additions and dispositions, including identifying appropriate method and life and recording appropriate adjusting journal entries to record depreciation expense and record dispositions.
Reviews accruals and other tax schedules as required for accounting review or any tax returns.
Proactively assist managers on assigned client groups, including billing support and project management reporting.
Train staff through formal trainings and on-the-job training.
Other duties as assigned.

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