Daniel L. Kittell, CPA
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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.
Dan’s Areas of Expertise:
Industries
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Education
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Indiana University
Memberships
- AICPA
- Indiana CPA Society
Raised in Northern Indiana, Dan Kittell graduated from Indiana University in 1988 with a B.S. in Accounting. He began his career as an accountant at a small firm in Chicago before joining McAllister Kittell Reed in November 1992 as a staff accountant. In those early years, Dan worked across general accounting, tax preparation, and payroll services. His dedication and leadership quickly earned him promotions—first to manager, then to partner in 2001. As of January 2021, Dan serves as the firm’s Managing Partner.
Outside the office, Dan is a devoted family man who has been married to his wife for more than 35 years. Together, they enjoy traveling, especially ocean cruises, and spending time outdoors. Dan is also an avid cyclist and fisherman, often seeking out remote destinations in Canada for extended fishing trips.
As Managing Partner, Dan’s mission is to deliver the highest level of service to clients—timely, professional, and personal. Many of the clients he began working with nearly two decades ago remain with him today, a testament to his belief that accounting is about building lasting relationships, not just completing transactions.
Dan’s Recent Articles
Professional Services Firms Are Replacing Billable Hours with Value-Based Pricing
Key Takeaways Hourly billing rewards time, not results. The traditional billable hour model creates a misalignment between client and firm. Clients want efficiency, but firms earn more when work takes longer. That tension is prompting a shift toward alternative fee arrangements (AFAs). AI is accelerating the move to value-based pricing. When AI can compress a […]
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How To Avoid the 10-Year Tax Trap With an Inherited IRA
Inheriting an IRA might feel like a financial win, but the rules today are different than they were just a few years ago. If you’re not up to date, an unexpected tax bill could catch you off guard. Here’s what changed, and how to plan around it. Changes Made by the SECURE Act The SECURE […]
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Top Veterinary Technology Trends for 2026 Every Practice Should Know
Running a veterinary clinic means juggling patient care, staff needs, and business operations. Technology can help ease that load, and in 2026, several trends are beginning to emerge for better efficiency, security, and staff and client support. Here are the technology trends shaping the veterinary industry in the year to come. AI Is Reshaping Workflow […]
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Raised in Northern Indiana, Dan Kittell graduated from Indiana University in 1988 with a B.S. in Accounting. He began his career as an accountant at a small firm in Chicago before joining McAllister Kittell Reed in November 1992 as a staff accountant. In those early years, Dan worked across general accounting, tax preparation, and payroll services. His dedication and leadership quickly earned him promotions—first to manager, then to partner in 2001. As of January 2021, Dan serves as the firm’s Managing Partner.
Outside the office, Dan is a devoted family man who has been married to his wife for more than 35 years. Together, they enjoy traveling, especially ocean cruises, and spending time outdoors. Dan is also an avid cyclist and fisherman, often seeking out remote destinations in Canada for extended fishing trips.
As Managing Partner, Dan’s mission is to deliver the highest level of service to clients—timely, professional, and personal. Many of the clients he began working with nearly two decades ago remain with him today, a testament to his belief that accounting is about building lasting relationships, not just completing transactions.
Dan’s Areas of Expertise:
Industries
Services
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Indiana University
Memberships
- AICPA
- Indiana CPA Society
