Our People
Our team at MKR consists of only ten people, but we are a group of experienced, dedicated and passionate professionals. We love what we do, and we love serving our clients.
Steve’s Areas of Expertise:
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Education
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Anderson University
A proud Hoosier native, Steve Reed grew up in Anderson, Indiana, and earned his degree in Accounting from Anderson University (formerly Anderson College) in 1985. He joined McAllister Kittell Reed (MKR) in 1990 as a staff accountant, where his commitment to excellence and client service quickly stood out. Steve was promoted to supervisor in 2000 and became a partner in 2011.
Throughout his tenure at MKR, Steve has built lasting relationships with clients and colleagues alike. His focus as a partner is to ensure every client receives accurate, timely tax guidance while helping them plan proactively for the future.
Outside of work, Steve is a devoted husband and father. He and his wife, Marcie, have been married for more than 30 years and have two children. Steve enjoys golfing, traveling, and camping, and he gives back to his community through his volunteer work as treasurer for Freedom International Ministries, a nonprofit based in the Dominican Republic.
For Steve, accounting is more than numbers—it’s about people. He values getting to know his clients and their businesses personally, believing that genuine relationships are the foundation of exceptional client service.
Steve’s Recent Articles
How AI is Helping Americans Make Smarter Money Decisions
Key Takeaways AI can automate the basics of money management. From tracking spending patterns to suggesting realistic budgets and automating transfers to savings, AI-powered financial apps help people manage cash flow without the guesswork of manual tracking. AI is a powerful financial educator — but not an advisor. It can explain complex topics like Roth […]
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Top Trends Shaping the Retail Industry in 2026
The retail landscape has been reshaping since the pandemic, and what seemed like temporary changes have now solidified into permanent shifts in how consumers shop and what they expect from retailers. Here are the key trends shaping retail this year. Value-Oriented Consumers Are Here to Stay Inflation may cool, but value-seeking behavior isn’t going away. […]
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What Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Means for Your Tax Return
President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) could change your tax return in real ways. The bill offers potential relief for parents raising kids, workers earning tips or overtime, and seniors on fixed incomes. There are a few key areas to pay attention to. Here’s what to know. No Taxes on Tips When tips are […]
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A proud Hoosier native, Steve Reed grew up in Anderson, Indiana, and earned his degree in Accounting from Anderson University (formerly Anderson College) in 1985. He joined McAllister Kittell Reed (MKR) in 1990 as a staff accountant, where his commitment to excellence and client service quickly stood out. Steve was promoted to supervisor in 2000 and became a partner in 2011.
Throughout his tenure at MKR, Steve has built lasting relationships with clients and colleagues alike. His focus as a partner is to ensure every client receives accurate, timely tax guidance while helping them plan proactively for the future.
Outside of work, Steve is a devoted husband and father. He and his wife, Marcie, have been married for more than 30 years and have two children. Steve enjoys golfing, traveling, and camping, and he gives back to his community through his volunteer work as treasurer for Freedom International Ministries, a nonprofit based in the Dominican Republic.
For Steve, accounting is more than numbers—it’s about people. He values getting to know his clients and their businesses personally, believing that genuine relationships are the foundation of exceptional client service.
Steve’s Areas of Expertise:
Services
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Anderson University
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