Running your own business comes with freedom, flexibility, and opportunity. It also comes with one responsibility that can surprise even experienced entrepreneurs: planning ahead for taxes. Unlike traditional employees, business owners and independent contractors usually do not have taxes automatically withheld from every paycheck. That means tax planning cannot wait until filing season. A smart tax [...]
Pay decisions can feel simple in the moment: an employee asks for a raise, a new hire negotiates higher, a manager wants to reward someone, or leadership realizes a role is harder to fill than expected. But over time, one-off pay decisions create bigger problems. Salary banding gives your organization a framework for making compensation decisions [...]
Managers shape the employee experience more than any handbook or policy. They are often the first to notice performance issues, conflict, attendance concerns, and communication challenges. That puts them in a powerful position to support employees, reinforce expectations, and protect the organization. With the right training, tools, and support, managers can become one of your [...]
Abacus! is excited to announce Sandy Dake and Mason Gilsinger as recipients of the 2026 Abacus Values Award for Client Service Orientation. Sandy is a Coordinator in Transportation Billing, and Mason is a Senior Accountant in Accounting Services. The Abacus Values Award for Client Service Orientation recognizes employees who consistently demonstrate effective communication, innovation, a sense [...]
Abacus! is excited to announce Riley Gatten and Gwynn Smail as recipients of the 2026 Abacus Values Award for Ownership. Riley is a Consultant in Traditional Tax, and Gwynn is a Senior Accountant in Traditional Tax. The Abacus Values Award for Ownership recognizes employees who consistently demonstrate pride in their work, a desire to succeed and [...]
Abacus! is excited to announce Paige Frealy and Tori Busby as recipients of the 2026 Abacus Values Award for People Focus. Paige is a Coordinator in Accounting Services, and Tori is a Marketing and Communications Associate. The Abacus Values Award for People Focus recognizes employees who consistently demonstrate respect, effective communication, compassion and cooperation. Paige and [...]
Abacus! is excited to announce Eddie Musani and Levi Stillwell as recipients of the 2026 Abacus Values Award for Integrity. Eddie is a Senior Consultant in Accounting Services, and Levi is a Consultant. The Abacus Values Award for Integrity recognizes employees who consistently demonstrate responsibility, trustworthiness and honesty. Eddie and Levi reflect those qualities through steady [...]
Abacus! is excited to announce MJ Lutz and Jenean Richardson as recipients of the 2026 Abacus Values Award for Positive Attitude. MJ is a Client Accounting Specialist in Accounting Services, and Jenean is an Administrative Assistant Specialist in Transportation. The Abacus Values Award for Positive Attitude recognizes employees who consistently demonstrate a coachable mindset, cooperation and [...]
An unexpected IRS letter can make anyone pause. A letter asking you to update bank information can feel especially unsettling. Recently, many taxpayers have been receiving IRS CP53E notices related to tax refunds and direct deposit information. The notice itself is real, but scammers appear to be taking advantage of the confusion by creating fake versions [...]
Springfield, MO – May 11, 2026 – Abacus! is proud to announce the promotion of 26 team members across the firm, recognizing individuals who continue to grow in their careers while making meaningful contributions to clients, colleagues, and the firm’s long-term success. The promotions were shared during Abacus!’s May AM³ retreat, a semiannual gathering focused on [...]
