Top Certified Public Accountants in Illinois
Finding the best CPA can be a daunting task, especially in a big place like Illinois. Not to worry though, we’ve got you covered because we have searched out the top accountants in Illinois. We will also have helpful article to help plan finances, answer tax questions, and address those bookkeeping problems.
It is important to build a strong connection with your CPA so they can best benefit you and it is extremely important that whomever you are working with is someone you feel comfortable with. We highly suggest interviewing your potential accountants and getting to know them before picking the one that is perfect for you. Our list of the best accountants in Illinois is a great place to start. Thanks to your continuous feedback we can ensure that others on our site get to find the top CPAs in their area.
So if you are new to Illinois or have lived there for years, feel free to browse our list and find the perfect accountant for you today. Is your accountant one of the best in his field but not on the list? Let us know! We are constantly revising all our lists and your personal feedback is essential to making sure only the best make it on our lists.
Daniel A. Berg, CPA
Springfield, IL
Accounting, auditing, financial reporting, budget development, revenue forecasting, debt management, and cable television franchise agreed-upon procedures are all included in his specialization. In addition, Daniel Berg has already participated in more than 850 audits of municipalities and other governmental units.
Kerri A. Castelli, CPA
O'Fallon, IL
Kerri joined Rickhoff & Associates in November 2008. She is responsible for tax planning, consultation and analysis of financial data. Her expertise lies in tax planning and management techniques for small, closely held businesses. Previously, she managed her own accounting practice, as well as businesses owned by her husband, both in construction and now a restaurant.
Harvey Wallace, CPA/ABV, CVA
Edwardsville, IL
Tax planning and business consulting are his areas of expertise. Also, he has had more than 30 years of experience in these areas. He is currently serving on the Brown Smith Wallace firm’s Executive Committee, which functions to guide development and strategic direction.
Michelle Usher, CPA
Springfield, IL
Michelle Usher, CPA, is a partner with more than 15 years of tax planning, preparation and consulting experience. Michelle serves clients in the construction, retail, real estate, manufacturing and distribution industries, as well as individuals, not-for-profit organizations, trusts and estates. Her focus is on individuals, partnerships and corporations, with a specialization in multi-state taxation.
Kirsten H Kienzler, CPA
Springfield, IL
Kirsten joined the Springfield office of Kerber, Eck, and Braeckel LLP in August of 2013. She has approximately 16 years of accounting experience. Prior to joining KEB, Kirsten held various finance and accounting positions in the healthcare and insurance industries, and worked in public accounting for PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP. She is licensed in Illinois as a Certified Public Accountant.
Kristen B. Schuler, CPA
SWANSEA, IL
Kristen joined Rice, Sullivan & Co. in 2007. As a manager, her primary focus is providing comprehensive audit, compilation and tax services to the firm’s clients. Prior to joining the firm, Kristen served as a teller supervisor at a local bank for three years. She was responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the teller line, ordering cash, balancing the vault, processing customer transactions and selling bank products. In addition, Kristen worked in the financial aid department at a local school for four years. There she assisted students in the financial aid application process and oversaw the proper distribution of loan and grant monies. Kristen’s current and previous roles have given her the necessary experience to assist her clients with a broad range of technical and strategic financial issues.
Michael D. Brown, CFA, CPA
Northfield, IL
Michael is Chief Investment Officer for The Planning Group. He joined The Planning Group in 1999 and is responsible for overseeing the overall strategy and management of client investments. Michael has extensive experience in Investments, Retirement Planning and Divorce Planning. He provides their clients with critical analysis and objective council on the relative risks of investment strategies and opportunities. Michael attended Southern Illinois University where he graduated with a Bachelors degree in Finance and Accounting. He is a Certified Public Accountant and holds the Chartered Financial Analyst designation.
Joseph A. Benjamin, CPA
Buffalo Grove, IL
He specializes in executive financial consulting, compensation arrangements, comprehensive asset analysis, and estate planning considerations for professionals and wealthy individuals. He has had 30 years of experience in his field of expertise and is currently a partner at the Benjamin & Birkenstein firm.
Gladys R Wilson, CPA, MBA
Chicago, IL
She is the Managing Partner of the Gladys R Wilson & Associates CPA firm. She is also well-known for being a bilingual certified public accountant and for being a certified MBE/WBE who offers general publc accounting services for individuals, businesses, nonprofit organizations and governmental agencies.
John B. Schomaker, CPA
SWANSEA, IL
John joined Rice, Sullivan & Co. in 1980. As a Principal, he is the firm’s treasurer and secretary. John is also responsible for the firm’s peer review process. Beyond his leadership roles, he serves as a trusted advisor to individuals, businesses and nonprofit entities. John provides personal and business tax planning and preparation services. He also assists with compilation and review engagements.
