Daniel L. Kittell, CPA
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Dan’s Areas of Expertise:
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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
Should You Leave Your 401(k) in Your Employer Plan After Retirement?
When you retire, you don’t have to move your 401(k) right away, and for many retirees, leaving it where it is could be a smart move. Employers are increasingly adding features that make staying in the plan more appealing. Why? Partly because when employees with large balances leave their money in the plan, it helps […]
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How Tariffs Are Affecting Construction Costs
The Trump administration enacted new tariffs on lumber and kitchen cabinets, adding pressure to construction budgets. The tariffs apply a 10% duty on softwood lumber and a 25% levy on imported kitchen cabinets. By 2026, the cabinet tariff is set to double to 50%. As a result, we could be looking at higher construction costs, […]
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How to Grow Your Money When Savings and CD Rates Drop After Rate Cuts
When the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, it’s good news for borrowers and consumers, but not so much for savers. The Fed’s recent quarter-point rate cut is a reminder that the annual percentage yields (APYs) on savings accounts and certificates of deposit (CDs) tend to fall soon after. This means you may need to adjust […]
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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
