Financial planning & analysis (FP&A), including financial forecasting, KPIs, budgeting, and variance analysis
Building financial models and dashboards
Supporting outsourced accounting and financial reporting
Assisting business owners with growth strategies and financial decision-making
Performing cash flow forecasting and profitability analysis
Supporting audit readiness, monthly close design, and accounting improvements
Researching technical accounting matters
Identifying opportunities to improve finance and accounting processes You’ll also mentor junior team members and help strengthen internal processes and client relationships.
What They’re Looking For
Commitments
Senior Associate – Financial Advisory 📍 Philadelphia, PA or New York, NY 🕒 Hybrid (4 days in office) We are partnering with a leading advisory firm seeking a Senior Associate to join its Financial Advisory Services team.
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Requirements
3+ years of accounting or finance experience
Experience with FP&A, financial modeling, or dashboarding
Strong Excel skills
Analytical problem-solving ability
Client-facing experience
Preferred Skills
Strong communication and relationship-building skills Preferred:
Education
(Not required)
– Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
Senior Associate – Financial Advisory 📍 Philadelphia, PA or New York, NY 🕒 Hybrid (4 days in office) We are partnering with a leading advisory firm seeking a Senior Associate to join its Financial Advisory Services team. This role works closely with entrepreneurial businesses and high-net-worth families, helping them strengthen financial operations, improve decision-making, and grow long-term value. This is a strong opportunity for professionals who enjoy combining financial analysis, accounting expertise, and business advisory work while developing leadership skills. What You’ll Work On Financial planning & analysis (FP&A), including financial forecasting, KPIs, budgeting, and variance analysis Building financial models and dashboards Supporting outsourced accounting and financial reporting Assisting business owners with growth strategies and financial decision-making Performing cash flow forecasting and profitability analysis Supporting audit readiness, monthly close design, and accounting improvements Researching technical accounting matters Identifying opportunities to improve finance and accounting processes You’ll also mentor junior team members and help strengthen internal processes and client relationships. What They’re Looking For Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance 3+ years of accounting or finance experience Experience with FP&A, financial modeling, or dashboarding Strong Excel skills Analytical problem-solving ability Client-facing experience Strong communication and relationship-building skills Preferred: CPA certification Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.