LAS VEGAS, NV - Ascent Multifamily Accounting has added 40 years of experience to its team with Russ Mello, the firm’s new assistant controller. Mello brings with him a wealth of expertise in the financial and real estate industries, having worked in several different accounting and property management positions.
"Russ was brought on board to oversee internal reviews," said Pam Heiney, partner with Ascent Multifamily Accounting. "His contributions have been truly exceptional, enhancing the overall team's performance.”
With a career spanning four decades, Mello boasts an impressive background throughout a diverse range of industries, including manufacturing, non-profit work, entrepreneurship, and multifamily. His comprehensive knowledge serves as a unique resource for Ascent’s clients, with expertise in every available bookkeeping software platform.
As assistant controller, Mello oversees accountants and financial matters for properties throughout the U.S. By ensuring accurate record-keeping and offering valuable financial insights, his work helps with informed decision-making and the overall success of the multifamily properties the firm supports.
Mello said he joined Ascent due to the company’s commitment to innovation and efficiency. “I have admired the work that Ascent does," said Mello. "They do a great job of bringing best practices and vast experience to each client in an organized and efficient manner. I'm impressed by its emphasis on efficiency and effectiveness in multifamily accounting."
Ascent is a full-service outsourced accounting and consulting firm that focuses exclusively on the multifamily industry. Its services include human resources, payroll, bookkeeping, account reconciliations, custom reporting, training and development, business transformation, tax credit consulting and more.
ABOUT ASCENT MULTIFAMILY ACCOUNTING: Ascent Multifamily Accounting is a consulting and outsourcing firm focused solely on the multifamily industry and currently manages the accounting for more than 44,000 units throughout the country. In 2020, Inc. magazine selected Ascent Multifamily in the prestigious Inc 5000 ranking of America’s fastest growing private companies. Ascent debuted as No. 374 with an impressive three-year revenue growth of 1,218 percent. For more information on the firm, visit www.multifamilyaccounting.com