Accounting Specialist

Accounting Specialist

Founded in 2023, Crete Professionals Alliance (Crete PA) delivers big four firepower to local American firms. Our rapid growth has made us a magnet for leading firms nationwide, eager to join our revolution in accounting. We empower small to mid-market firms with PE-backed capital, strategic technology partnerships, and innovative workforce solutions—including national recruiting and offshore support—while preserving a personal, local touch. With a presence in over half the US, 17 regional offices, 900 dedicated professionals, and offshore operations in Asia, we're the fastest-growing accounting firm in the nation and well on our way to the top 20. At Crete PA, our culture and relationships are the cornerstone of our success, and we’re always looking for talented, ambitious people to join our team. Do you have what it takes to keep up?

Our partner firm, Abacus! is hiring!

Objective:

The Accounting Specialist supports transportation clients with bookkeeping and financial reporting. Responsibilities include data entry, filing tax forms, advising on S Corporation formation, and assisting client support staff. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions:

1. Data Entry & Compilation: Accurately record income and expenses for use in compilations, estimates, Financial Statements, and tax return preparation.

2. Value Billing: Implement and manage value-based billing for both affiliated and non-affiliated transportation clients.

3. Client Support: Assist client support staff in the call center, addressing client inquiries related to tax returns, estimates, and other financial matters.

4. S Corporation Advisory & Formation: Advise and assist clients in forming S Corporations for their transportation businesses, providing guidance on best practices and legal compliance.

5. Quarterly Estimate Bill Pay Program: Manage and oversee the quarterly estimate bill pay program for our growth-level transportation clients.

6. Form Preparation & Filing: Prepare and file 1099 forms for transportation clients, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Prepare and file 2290 forms for transportation clients, meeting all filing deadlines.

7. Departmental Support: Assist the Transportation Department with various projects, including Beneficial Ownership Information, estimate preparation, new client calls, Registration Agent renewal, retention efforts, and tax return delivery.

Competencies:

1. Strong understanding of Schedule C, 1099s, and S Corporation tax structures

2. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously such as BOI, CRA, estimate preparation, new client calls, RA renewals, retentions, & tax return delivery

3. Experience with value billing processes for both affiliated and non-affiliated transportation clients

4. Ability to assist with quarterly estimate preparation and management of the Estimate Bill Pay program

5. Excellent written and oral communication skills

6. Well organized with good time management and multi-tasking skills

7. Works well in a team environment and ability to maintain positive relationships with work teams and customers/clients

8. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a strong attention to detail

9. Must be able to develop working knowledge of in-house software packages; preferred proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

10. Pass a CJIS background check

Supervisory Responsibility 

This position has no supervision responsibilities.  He or she will have the Chad Cannon as a supervisor.  

Position Expectations & Work Environment 

This is a full-time hourly, non-exempt position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee works normal office hours (with guilt-free flexibility). Some weeks over 40 hours will be required. 

Location & Travel 

Based in Springfield, MO, but also serve employees in all Abacus! physical locations and those working remotely.

Required Education & Experience 

Preferred 2 years or more experience in accounting; experience in the transportation industry is a plus.

Physical Demands 

The physical demands described are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked to perform other assignments and duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.

Abacus!, one of the fastest growing firms in the regional area, is wholly dedicated to helping our clients achieve their financial objectives while also allowing our employees to reach their greatest potential. Our team of Abacus Professionals provide a distinctive level of service in tax, audit, accounting, and business consulting. Our passion for our clients and employees is the driving force behind all our work and the reason we are recognized as an entrepreneurial leader.

Your Abacus Experience: You’ll find that things are distinctively different here at Abacus, and we’re proud of it.  We center on one key component: people.  We foster an environment of growth, trust, and confidence and you’ll see it in daily interactions, hear it regular conversations, and live it as part of our Abacus Culture. 

Our Award-Winning Firm: We’re proud to be recognized by local, regional, and national organizations for our distinctive culture, great work environment, and our focus on ethics, quality and economic impact. Abacus’ distinctions include:

1. Inside Public Accounting’s Top 300 Firm in the U.S. #280 – 2024

2. An Inside Public Accounting’s Fastest Growing Firm in the U.S. - 2024

3. Accounting Today’s No. 16 Fastest-Growing Firm in the U.S. – 2024

4. An Accounting Today’s Top Regional Leader in the Midwest – 2023, 2024

5. Inside Public Accounting’s Best of the Best Firms – 2023

6. A Biz 417’s Best Place to Work – 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024

7. An Accounting Today’s Top 100 Best Firms to Work For – 2009, 2010, 2020

8. 2021 Better Business Bureau Torch Award Recipient – highlighting ethics and quality

9. Finalist for Springfield Business Journal’s Economic Impact Awards – 2021, 2023

For more information, go to: AbacusPro.com

We are excited to invite talented individuals to join our dynamic team!

In addition to a rewarding career, we provide a robust benefits package, including: 

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (with options for fully paid employee only coverage for health and dental) 

• Company-Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance 

• Ancillary Benefits such as supplemental life insurance and short-term disability options 

• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) Plan with employer contributions 

• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and development including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning 

We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive. Apply today to be part of a company that values its people and their contributions! 

Crete Professionals Alliance is an equal opportunity employer, considering all applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state of federal law. 

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