Abacus CPAs, LLC is eager to announce the promotion of Sabrena Shipley to Consultant in the Traditional Tax, Audit & Accounting Department. Shipley began as an intern in the Transportation Department in January 2018. Shipley received her Masters of Accountancy from Missouri State University in December 2019 and moved into a full-time role as a [...]
Abacus CPAs, LLC is pleased to announce the promotion of Xilin Ye to Senior Tax Analyst in the Transportation Department. Ye began at Abacus in 2020 as an intern while finishing her master’s degree. Ye has an extensive educational history, including two master’s degrees in Adult Education and CIED and Accountancy. After completing her graduate [...]
Abacus CPAs, LLC  is happy to announce the promotion of Sandy Dake to Senior Associate in the Transportation Department. Dake began at Abacus in January 2020 – the beginning of tax season – as a tax preparer. Dake has a diploma from Metro Business College in data processing and brought in payroll experience. She soon [...]
Abacus CPAs, LLC is proud to announce the promotion of Doris Helmick to Senior Associate. Helmick began at Abacus in 2011 as a Tax Preparer and moved to an Associate in the Lee’s Summit office. Helmick graduated from Central Missouri State University and gained experience doing accounts payable for a bridal firm before joining the [...]
Battaglia will join Class 44 of the community leadership and engagement program Abacus CPAs is proud to announce that Andrea Battaglia, Chief Excellence Officer, has been selected for Leadership Springfield Signature Class 44. Battaglia, will participate along with around 40 other community leaders in this year-long program focused on leadership development and community engagement. “I’ve [...]
Firm recognized as a company excelling in creating a quality workplace for employees [Springfield, MO – July 20, 2021] – Abacus CPAs, LLC was recently recognized as one of the Top 20 Best Places to Work by Biz 417, which celebrates employers who have created a dynamic, engaging company culture. Rankings and results will be [...]
Firm recognized by Springfield Business Journal for providing a substantial impact in the local community  [Springfield, MO – July 20, 2021] – Abacus CPAs, LLC was recently recognized as a finalist for the Economic Impact Awards by Springfield Business Journal, which recognizes companies making a strong impact on the local economy. The firm was nominated [...]
Listening is an essential communication skill. One that is often overlooked when thinking about how to further conversation and build relationships. By using these best practices, you can become a better listener and improve your communication skills as a result. Listen to What Others are Saying Sure, this sounds completely obvious, but when you really stop [...]
The documents you need to file your tax return depends on your situation and is different for everyone. Some individuals receive a W-2 from their employer, whereas others own a business and the documentation required can be more complicated. Consider what, if any, changes happened during the year. Did you get a new job? Did you [...]
Have you ever had constructive feedback for a co-worker, but were afraid it might hurt that person’s feelings? Have you ever received criticism from a supervisor or co-worker that upset you? Chances are that we’ve all encountered these two situations. Why is it so difficult to offer or accept constructive criticism? The answer is simple. If [...]
