Tax Manager

Who We Are

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
• [http://www.ascendtogether.com/].

About Wilson Lewis

• Wilson Lewis is a growing accounting and advisory firm with offices in Duluth,
• Atlanta, Alpharetta, and Gainesville, designed to make life easier for clients.
• Our main objective is to offer quality advisory services, personal attention,
• and serve as an economic guide to protect and grow your future.

• At Wilson Lewis, we believe that great work begins with great people. You’ll
• join a firm where collaboration, professional growth, and a genuine sense of
• community are part of everyday life. We take pride in providing high-quality
• client service in a supportive, flexible environment — and we’re looking for
• team members who share our values of excellence, integrity, and fun. In 2025, we
• are a Regional Leader (Accounting Today), an Inside Public Accounting Top 500
• Firm, have been recognized as a Best Place to Work in Georgia (Georgia Trend
• Magazine) and Atlanta (Atlanta Business Chronicle), and earned the Best of
• Accounting Client Satisfaction credential from ClearlyRated.

The Role

• We are seeking experienced Tax Managers to join our collaborative, people-first
• team!

• As a Tax Manager, you will lead and manage all phases of business and individual
• client tax advisory and compliance engagements, serving as a trusted advisor to
• a diverse client base. You will oversee the preparation and review of complex
• returns, mentor and develop junior staff, and ensure projects are delivered
• accurately and on time.

• This is a leadership role for someone who values technical excellence, strong
• client relationships, and contributing to a positive, team-oriented culture. Our
• firm is team-oriented and prides itself on providing quality work and excellent
• customer relations in a friendly, collaborative working environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage business (1120, 1120S, 1065) and individual (1040) tax

engagements from planning through delivery, to include preparation as needed.

• Review and oversee the work of staff and senior accountants to ensure

technical accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.

• Serve as a point of contact for clients, maintaining ongoing communication,

and identifying opportunities for value-added services.

• Advise clients on federal, state, and local tax matters, offering proactive

strategies to minimize risk and optimize results.

• Mentor, train, and develop junior team members, providing technical guidance

and performance feedback.

• Conduct research on complex tax issues and present findings in clear,

actionable terms.

• Manage project timelines, budgets, and production goals to ensure engagement

profitability.

• Collaborate with partners and other managers to manage client relationships

and support firm growth.

• Stay up to date with changing tax regulations and incorporate innovative,

practical solutions into client service.

• Contribute to a positive, collaborative team culture that values

accountability, integrity, and professional growth.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field
• CPA or Enrolled Agent (EA)
• 7+ years of public accounting experience in tax preparation and review
• Strong knowledge of basic accounting, corporate, partnership, and individual

taxation

• Excellent project management, analytical, and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and meet

deadlines

• Client-service mindset with a commitment to quality and relationship building

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with CCH Axcess, UltraTax and/or QuickBooks
• Knowledge of multi-state, high-net-worth individual, estate, and trust tax

issues

• Prior supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to mentor and inspire

staff

• Interest in business development or firm growth initiatives

What We Offer

• At Wilson Lewis, we believe that great work begins with great people. You'll
• join a firm where collaboration, professional growth, and a genuine sense of
• community are part of everyday life. We take pride in providing high-quality
• client service in a supportive, flexible environment — and we're looking for
• team members who share our values of excellence, integrity, and fun. We are a
• Regional Leader (Accounting Today), the #24 Fastest-Growing Firm in the US
• (Accounting Today 2026), an Inside Public Accounting Top 500 Firm, have been
• recognized as a Best Place to Work in Georgia (Georgia Trend Magazine) and
• Atlanta (Atlanta Business Chronicle), and earned the Best of Accounting Client
• Satisfaction credential from ClearlyRated.

• We hire good people and give them a good place to work. Our secret to keeping
• them around is a positive culture, strong community involvement, and a
• dedication to constantly increasing our competencies. We truly believe that when
• you succeed, the firm succeeds, and we make sure you have whatever tools you
• need to make that success possible.

• Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports

well-being, health, and ongoing professional growth

• Unlimited PTO
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Voluntary Insurance Options
• 401(k) Matching
• Annual Performance Bonus
• Commitment to Professional Development
• Optional Equity Program Eligibility at Sr. Manager Level + top performing

Managers

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 questions or inquiries about the role, please reach out to Kim Chedgy, Lead

Recruiter at kchedgy@ascendtogether.com [kchedgy@ascendtogether.com].

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. We hire and promote individuals solely

based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.