Abacus CPAs, LLC is pleased to announce Candice Alcantar as the recipient of the 2024 Abacus Values Award for Ownership. Candice is a Senior Client Support Specialist in the Transportation Department.
When Candice started at Abacus in 2020, she quickly became a leader in her department by eagerly taking on tasks and intentionally learning every day. Candice is known for taking ownership in all areas of her life. When others call on her for a task, they know it’ll be completed accurately and timely.
“To me, ownership means ensuring my clients are taken care of and that my kids know I am always here for them,” Candice said. “I live this value by addressing and listening to clients’ concerns, finding resolutions, and building great relationships. I show up to their games for my kids and make time to be active in their lives as their support system.”
The Abacus Value Award for Ownership recognizes an employee with exemplary pride in their work, a desire to succeed and loyalty.
“I was shocked to receive the award, but I’m very honored to be recognized by Abacus. I’m grateful that I can continue to make impact within the firm,” she said.
Looking ahead, Candice is eager to become more active in preparing tax returns and growing as a supervisor.
The Abacus Values Awards were created in 2020 to recognize individuals who fully exemplify Abacus Values in how they live, work and build relationships with clients and coworkers. Each recipient demonstrated exceptional understanding and achievement in client support and professional relationships.
2024 Complete List of Abacus Value Award Honorees:
Tracie McConnell, Project Management Specialist in the Department of Excellence, is the recipient of the Abacus People Focus Award which includes the attributes of Respect, Effective Communication, Compassion and Cooperation.
Candice Alcantar, Client Support Supervisor in the Transportation Department, is the recipient of the Abacus Ownership Award which includes the attributes of Pride in Our Work, Desire to Succeed and Loyalty.
Christina Cooper, Coordinator in the IT Department, is the recipient of the Abacus Integrity Award which includes the attributes of Responsible, Trustworthy and Honest.
Ashlyn Ballard, Senior Marketing Coordinator in the Department of Excellence, is the recipient of the Abacus Client Service Orientation Award which includes the attributes of Effective Communication, Innovation, Sense of Urgency and Quality in Work.
Austin Bordovsky, Accountant in the Tax, Audit, & Accounting Department, is the recipient of the Abacus Positive Attitude Award which includes the attributes of Coachable, Cooperative and Believing the Intentions and Abilities of Others are Good.
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The Abacus CPAs Values Awards, established in 2020, honor individuals who embody the key components of our seven Cultural Learning Points which include our Mission, Values, Circles of Excellence, Welch Grid, Circle of Influence and Concern, Value-Added and Process Improvement, and Mature & Growth Mindset. The Abacus Values Awards celebrate our commitment to excellence, including client and employee interactions. Honorees are selected each spring at the conclusion of the Abacus Annual All-Staff Strategic Planning Retreat.
At Abacus™ CPAs, our focus is you! We believe that our employees and clients deserve to interact in an environment that fosters growth, trust, and confidence. Abacus™ professionals provide leadership by relentlessly pursuing the best guidance possible so those we serve can make smarter decisions.
