Frequently Asked Questions
We know outsourcing your back office is a big decision. To make it easier, we’ve answered the most common questions business owners ask about Ascend SmartOps. Covering everything from pricing and onboarding to data security and service scope. If you don’t see your question here, reach out to us directly, we’ll be glad to help.
What does Ascend SmartOps actually do?
We provide an all in one, white glove back office: bookkeeping, accounting/tax compliance, payroll, HR support, and practical marketing. One partner, one monthly subscription, end to end execution.
Who Is This For?
Ascend SmartOps is designed for leaders and business owners who want to focus on growth instead of getting bogged down in back-office tasks. If you’re tired of juggling bookkeeping, payroll, HR, taxes, and marketing—or managing multiple providers—we give you one trusted partner to handle it all.
Our clients value:
More time to focus on customers, strategy, and innovation
Reliable, compliant operations that run smoothly in the background
Clear insights and reporting to support better decision-making
A flexible team that scales as their business evolves
How is pricing structured?
Fixed monthly packages based on scope/complexity (transactions, headcount, entities, add-ons like marketing or CFO-light). Clear inclusions, no surprise fees. Custom projects (catch-up, migration) are quoted separately.