J.M. Abbott & Associates, LTD

10/21/2024

Seeking Seasonal Administrative Assistant for CPA firm.

Starting the end of January 2025 through April 15th of 2025 tax season.

Computer knowledge is necessary.

Job responsibilities include scanning, copying, and filing tax documents.

Please send your resume to:

J.M. Abbott & Associates, LTD.
Attn: Jamie Johnston
207 S. McLean St.
Lincoln, IL 62656

09/26/2023

Celebrating decade birthdays today 🥳

No, they don't all share the same birthday, but all four start a new decade this year.

Enjoying laughter, food, and wishing them many more to come.

01/25/2023

Happy 35-year work anniversary, Jamie Johnston!! 🎊🎉

You’ve made a difference every single day that you’ve been with us.

Without your problem-solving, your ability to facilitate collaboration, and your attention to detail, we could not be where we are today.

We're grateful for your dedication, hard work, and diligence.

Here’s to many more years to come!

09/22/2022

Time Sensitive Real Estate Tax Credit Rebates ⏱⚠️- Please Share with Illinois Retirees 📤👩‍🦳👨‍🦳

The State of Illinois is sending out rebate checks of up to $300, but you have to apply by Oct 17th.

To qualify, you must be an Illinois resident that paid Illinois property taxes in 2021 on your primary residence.

There are two ways to apply:

If you filed your 2021 income taxes and reported your Illinois real estate taxes on your income taxes, you will automatically receive the rebate. If you don't know if you reported your real estate taxes on your 2021 taxes, talk to your tax preparer or give us a call at 217-735-1576.

If you didn't report your real estate taxes on your 2021 taxes or if you are a retiree and did not have taxable income in Illinois because your income is retirement income, you must file a property tax rebate form by Oct 17th to get your rebate.

To file the property tax rebate form electronically, go to https://mytax.illinois.gov/?link=IL1040PTR

To file the property tax rebate form by paper, go tohttps://www2.illinois.gov/rev/forms/incometax/Documents/currentyear/individual/IL-1040-PTR.pdf and mail in the form.

If you feel hesitant to file for the rebate on your own, contact your tax preparer or give us a call at 217-735-1576.

06/09/2022

J.M. Abbott & Associates is an established mid-sized full-service accounting firm centrally located in comfortable Lincoln, IL. We are currently searching for an experienced accountant that desires to build upon their professional experiences at a reasonable pace.

Requirements:

• Accounting Degree and/or Accounting Experience
• Experience in accounting, payroll, payroll tax and sales tax
• Experience in QuickBooks or other accounting software programs
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities:

• Preparation financial statements
• Preparation of payroll and payroll tax returns
• Preparation of sales tax returns
• Assist with special projects and tasks as needed

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience plus discretionary bonuses
• Paid vacation and personal time
• Major medical insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Life insurance
• Long and short term disability insurance
• 401(k) plus 3% Safe Harbor contribution

12/09/2021

Congratulations Deb Curry!! After 41 years of day-in-and-day-out hard work, you have more than earned the right enjoy your retirement!!

The firm and all those you have served over the years would never be where they are today without your determination and commitment. Your colleagues and clients thank you!!

We hope that the many family, friends, and clients that came out to celebrate with you tonight have shown you that your effort has made a lasting difference.

11/09/2021

Seeking Seasonal Administrative Assistant for CPA firm.

Starting the end of January through April 15th of 2022 tax season.

Computer knowledge is necessary.

Job responsibilities include scanning, copying, and filing tax documents.

Please send your resume to:

J.M. Abbott & Associates, LTD.
Attn: Jamie Johnston
207 S. McLean St.
Lincoln, IL 62656

07/01/2021

J.M. Abbott & Associates is an established mid-sized full-service accounting firm centrally located in comfortable Lincoln, IL. We are currently searching for an experienced accountant that desires to build upon their professional experiences at a reasonable pace.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to serve clients in a variety of industries
• Available for overtime during busy seasons
• CPA certification or eligibility to sit is highly desirable

Responsibilities:

• Preparation and review of monthly financial statements
• QuickBooks review
• Preparation of business audits, compilations, and reviews
• Field client accounting questions
• Assist with the preparation of income tax returns
• Assist with special projects and tasks as needed

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience plus discretionary bonuses
• Paid vacation and personal time
• Major medical insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Life insurance
• Long and short term disability insurance
• 401(k) plus 3% Safe Harbor contribution
• Tuition reimbursement

To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter and resume.

03/17/2021

The individual Federal tax deadline has been extended to May 17th.

More information to come if the payment deadline will be extended and if states will follow the Federal deadline.

The IRS is planning to push back the deadline for the tax filing season about one month, to May 17 from April 15.

03/11/2021

Direct deposits will start hitting Americans’ bank accounts as soon as this weekend - White House press secretary Jen Psaki.

Up to $10,200 in unemployment benefits retroactively may not be taxable to those who have already filed their 2020 taxes.

More guidance is yet to come as the IRS sprints to keep up with the changes.

The plan will send direct payments to most Americans, extend unemployment aid, expand the child tax credit and put money into Covid-19 vaccinations.

03/10/2021

The House passed a new stimulus bill that is expected to be signed by the President by the end of the week.

- Increased unemployment benefits
- Increased child tax credits for the 2021 tax year
- $1,400 stimulus direct payments
- Increased unemployment benefits

Biden is expected to sign the Covid relief bill, which incudes jobless aid, direct payments and vaccine distribution money, by this weekend.

12/28/2020

Get ready for another round of stimulus.

President Donald Trump refused to sign the bill for days, leading an estimated 14 million people to lose a week of unemployment benefits.