Staff Accountant – Transportation Tax
Role Overview
This is a junior to mid-level staff accountant role focused on transportation tax, involving day-to-day preparation of tax filings like quarterly estimates, Forms 1099 and 2290, and S Corporation compliance. The accountant works closely with a Transportation Tax team to support clients, maintain accurate records, and research tax regulations, impacting timely service delivery and client satisfaction in a growing firm.
Perks & Benefits
The role is primarily office-based in Springfield, MO, with flexibility in standard business hours, though occasional extended hours during peak periods are expected. It offers career growth in a fast-growing, award-winning firm with a culture focused on employee development, trust, and ethics, as recognized by various industry awards. Benefits include a supportive team environment and opportunities for internal projects and process improvement.
Full Job Description
Staff Accountant - Transportation Tax
Join Abacus! — Where Your Career is Adding Up!
Abacus! is hiring!
We’re an independent, full-service accounting and advisory firm providing audit, tax, accounting, and consulting services to businesses and individuals. As a rapidly growing organization with a strategic vision and dynamic growth plan, we’re looking for professionals who want more than a job — they want meaningful responsibility and a career path with impact.
We are seeking a Staff Accountant – Transportation Tax to join our Springfield, MO office. This role plays a key part in preparing tax filings for transportation clients, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting tax planning initiatives.
The Staff Accountant will assist with quarterly estimates, S Corporation compliance, and specialized filings including 2290 and 1099s. This position also supports client communications related to tax matters and works closely with the team to deliver accurate, timely service.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare quarterly tax estimates and federal filings (Forms 1099 and 2290) for transportation clients
Assist with preparation of individual and business tax returns, including Schedule C and S Corporations
Support clients with S Corporation formations and related compliance filings
Research federal and state tax matters specific to the transportation industry
Collaborate with the Transportation Tax team to ensure timely completion of client engagements
Maintain accurate, organized workpapers in accordance with internal quality standards
Communicate with clients to gather documentation, provide updates, and deliver completed tax work
Assist with internal projects such as Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) filings, RA renewals, and client retention tracking
Identify opportunities to improve processes and enhance client service
Ensure compliance with internal procedures and external regulatory requirements
Core Competencies
Tax Preparation & Compliance: Prepares accurate tax estimates, returns, and filings for transportation clients
S Corporation Knowledge: Supports entity setup, maintenance, and compliance requirements
Form Filing & Deadlines: Manages timely and accurate filing of Forms 1099 and 2290
Client Communication: Communicates clearly and professionally with clients regarding tax matters
Industry Knowledge: Applies federal and state tax regulations specific to transportation clients
Organization & Workflow Management: Maintains structured files, tracks deadlines, and ensures timely deliverables
Collaboration: Works effectively with team members to support client engagements and internal initiatives
Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory responsibilities
Reports directly to the Transportation Tax Manager
Work Environment & Expectations
Full-time, salaried exempt position
Standard business hours with flexibility
Occasional extended hours (40+ per week), particularly during peak periods
Location & Travel
Springfield, MO (primarily office-based)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
1–2 years of accounting experience, preferably in tax
CPA certification preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office required
Experience with QuickBooks (Desktop & Online), UltraTax, and AdvanceFlow preferred
Ability to pass a CJIS background check
Physical & Position Demands
This position requires regular communication, close vision, and the ability to focus on detailed financial information. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
This job description does not list all the duties of the position. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed. Performance will be evaluated in part based on the successful execution of the responsibilities outlined above.
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.
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