Meet Our Team

Meet Our Team

Schaeffer CPA

Our accounting team is always ready to help, and we're proud to be a local, family owned and operated business with over 36 years of experience. For us, it's not just about getting the numbers right. We may be up to date on the latest accounting laws, but we remain focused on building personal relationships with you and clients in the Ozarks. We are committed to you. Read more to get to know our team better.


Robert J. Schaeffer

CPA

As a native of Missouri and a graduate of the University of Missouri at St. Louis, Rob got his start as a member of the staff of the Missouri Auditor in Jefferson City, MO.  He became a licensed Certified Public Accountant in 1987. He received additional apprenticeship training with the tax and probate department of a top law firm in St. Louis, MO.


Rob first established a professional practice and relocated his practice to Springfield, MO calling it Schaeffer CPA. In addition to his work at Schaeffer CPA, Rob taught as an adjunct professor of accounting at University of Missouri and has also lectured for professional development courses in employment, sales, and income taxation. Rob has been a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants for over 25 years.

 

In his free time, Rob enjoys spending time with his grandchildren, golfing, and recreational reading.


Education


  • University of Missouri, BS, BA, Accounting 
  • University of Missouri, JD, Taxation Emphasis 
Robert J. Schaeffer

Jean Schaeffer

Payroll and Tax Compliance Specialist

Jean had a long career at Graybar Electric Company, where she worked for over 30 years. In this role, she oversaw sales, inventory, and business operations for several branches across the state of Missouri.


For most people, one career would be enough. However, Jean always goes above and beyond. She's been an integral part of Schaeffer CPA since the start. She has worked with Schaeffer CPA in many different capacities over the years. A friendly face to clients, she currently she holds the title Tax Compliance Accountant.

 

When she's not at work, Jean stays busy. She enjoys golfing and spiritual studies. However, nothing brings her more joy than spending time with her family and grandchildren.


Education


  • Lincoln University, Associate Degree, Computer Sciences

Caitlin Freeman

Accountant

Caitlin Freeman graduated from the University of Missouri in Kansas City in 2021. She joined the firm shortly after relocating with her husband to Springfield, MO. While she was still in high school, Caitlin created a small business for an accounting class that still operates today.


Caitlin is a big fan of the Chiefs and the Royals. Caitlin is an avid reader. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, and her two children, who are 4 years old and 7 months old.


Education


  •  University of Missouri, BS, BA, Accounting

Brittney Heitman

Accounting

Brittney Heitman graduated summa cum laude from Maryville University in 2022. She joined Schaeffer CPA in 2023 after earning her master’s degree in accounting. She worked her way through undergraduate and graduate school as an office administrator and accountant with a Branson-based business. Brittney has lived all over the country with her father who served in the Air Force.


In her free time, Brittney likes gardening, cooking, and baking.



Education


  • Maryville University, BS, BA, Accounting
  • Maryville University, MA, Accounting

Proud to Serve You

Rob and Jean are grateful for the opportunity to establish and work together as a small, local, American-owned business. Both Rob and Jean have a grandparent who died while serving our country during World War II. 


Rob’s grandfather, Sherman Andrews, died in the European theatre just weeks shy of the end of his tour of duty in 1944. 


Jean’s grandfather, Joseph Piatchek, died in 1945 while in the Pacific theatre.


Thank you, not only to these brave men who fought and died for us, but to all our military heroes who serve and have served our country.


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