Tax Accountant

Job Description

Job Description

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, 27 regional offices, 1,500 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 network firm, Abacus! is hiring!

Objective :

The Senior Tax Accountant is responsible for leading complex tax engagements across a variety of industries while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws. This role combines technical tax expertise, client advisory, and team leadership. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong analytical skills, effective communication, and a commitment to high-quality client service in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Essential Functions :

Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, corporations, partnerships, trusts, and nonprofit organizations.

Ensure timely and accurate filing of all tax documents in compliance with applicable regulations and deadlines.

Conduct technical tax research and analyze findings to provide solutions and recommendations tailored to client needs.

Lead or participate in tax planning strategies for clients, including identifying areas of opportunity or risk.

Guide team members during complex tax engagements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal standards and tax regulations.

Assist with IRS and state audits by preparing responses, gathering documentation, and representing clients when needed.

Collaborate with other departments (e.g., audit and accounting) to deliver seamless, cross-functional service to clients.

Contribute to the development and implementation of firm-wide best practices, particularly in areas of tax process improvement and workflow efficiency.

Use tax and accounting software such as UltraTax, QuickBooks, and AdvanceFlow to complete engagements and optimize output.

Maintain accurate and complete client records in accordance with firm policies and security protocols.

Competencies :

Advanced Tax Knowledge & Technical Proficiency : Demonstrates deep understanding of federal, state, and local tax codes and the ability to interpret and apply complex tax regulations.

Analytical Thinking : Identifies opportunities for tax savings, assesses risk, and resolves issues using critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Client Service Orientation : Acts as a trusted advisor to clients by delivering high-quality, proactive, and strategic tax guidance.

Team Leadership & Collaboration : Mentors junior staff while contributing to a collaborative, respectful team culture; works independently and takes initiative when needed.

Communication Skills : Communicates clearly and effectively with clients and internal stakeholders; able to simplify technical tax language.

Time & Project Management : Handles multiple priorities efficiently, meets deadlines, and adjusts to peaks in workload during busy seasons.

Technology Proficiency : Proficient in software tools such as UltraTax, QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Excel, and other tax / accounting platforms.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position may supervise staff accountants and interns during client engagements. Reports to a Manager or Partner depending on assignment.

Position Expectations & Work Environment

This is a full-time salaried 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; Fayetteville, AR; or Branson, MO, but also serves employees in all Abacus! physical locations and those working remotely.

Required Education & Experience

Minimum bachelor’s degree in Accounting. Master’s in Accounting and CPA designation preferred. Preferred experience with Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, QuickBooks Online, UltraTax, and AdvanceFlow. Must pass a CJIS background check.

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 :

Inside Public Accounting’s Top 300 Firm in the U.S. #280 – 2024, 2025

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

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

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

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

A Biz 417’s Best Place to Work – 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

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

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

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

Website : AbacusPro.com

Abacus! is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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)

disability options

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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