Staff Tax Accountant

Current • Branson, MO

1d • $62,500 - $65,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Abacus! is seeking a Staff Tax Accountant for its Missouri office to support client engagements by preparing accurate and timely federal, state, and local tax returns for high-net-worth business owners across a variety of industries. The role assists with tax planning, identifies compliance issues, and ensures adherence to tax laws and firm standards. The accountant works closely with Senior Accountants, Managers, and Partners to prepare and deliver returns, participate in client meetings, and provide client service and advisory support.

This is a full-time, salaried exempt position with standard business hours and flexibility. Occasional extended hours of more than 40 per week may be required, especially during peak periods. The role may oversee and support interns and reports to Senior Accountants, Managers, or Partners. The posting refers to both Springfield, Missouri, and Branson, Missouri, as locations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 1–3 years of tax preparation experience, ideally in public accounting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to pass a CJIS background check.
• Strong knowledge of tax laws and compliance standards.
• Analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Effective client communication and relationship management skills.
• Strong organization, accuracy, and deadline-management skills.
• Problem-solving ability, including identifying and resolving discrepancies.
• Ability to collaborate across functions as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• CPA eligibility.
• Experience with UltraTax, QuickBooks Desktop and Online, CCH, and AdvanceFlow.

Responsibilities

• Prepare individual, corporate, partnership, and trust tax returns in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Assist with tax planning strategies for high-net-worth business owners and related entities.
• Research tax issues and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Review client documentation for accuracy, identify discrepancies, and propose corrections.
• Prepare workpapers and schedules to support the review process.
• Meet with clients to gather information, present findings, and deliver completed returns.
• Maintain accurate client records and ensure compliance with firm policies.
• Monitor filing deadlines and ensure timely submission of returns.
• Respond to client inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
• Collaborate across tax, audit, and accounting teams to support client needs.
• May oversee and support interns.

Benefits

• Health insurance, with an option for fully paid employee-only coverage.
• Dental insurance, with an option for fully paid employee-only coverage.
• Vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid long-term and short-term disability insurance.
• Supplemental life insurance, critical illness, and accident insurance.
• Classic Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Professional growth, learning, and development opportunities, including access to Becker and LinkedIn Learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level