Cultivating Collaboration Throughout Your Journey

Who We Are

At Kruggel Lawton CPA, we are a dynamic CPA and Advisory firm with multiple locations across Indiana, Michigan and Tennessee. Our unwavering dedication to our clients is straightforward yet powerful: We strive to deliver forward-thinking, inventive solutions, endless opportunities, and unparalleled service while upholding the principles of integrity and objectivity.

What We Do

We cater to clients of diverse scales, spanning from fledgling startups to established enterprises, both locally and internationally. With a comprehensive array of services, we are equipped to assist our clients in navigating the intricate and fiercely competitive landscape of today’s business world. We foster a culture of collaboration and partnership, recognizing the immense value they bring to achieving shared success.

Our Careers

At Kruggel Lawton CPA, we take immense pride in fostering an environment that is characterized by invigorating challenges, exhilarating opportunities, and fulfilling rewards. We firmly believe that our people are the true pillars of our success, which is why we have diligently cultivated a culture that embraces diversity, nurtures talent, and cultivates leaders.

Whatʻs New

Kate Leichty, CPA, Receives Women to Watch Award
November 26, 2024

Kate Leichty receives the Women to Watch Award at the annual INCPAS Celebration in Indianapolis.

Kruggel Lawton CPAs Welcomes Two Directors to the Firm
November 18, 2024

Kruggel Lawton is pleased to announce Dan Leyes, CPA, and Seth Timmons, CPA, have joined the firm as Directors in the firm’s business valuation and tax practice areas.

Kruggel Lawton Announces Expansion in Elkhart and St. Joseph Counties
November 13, 2024

Kruggel Lawton announces expansion in Elkhart and St. Joseph Counties.

Sara Fetke Sweers, CPA, Named One of Moody on the Market’s Bold Women of Business
October 28, 2024

Congratulations to Sara Fetke Sweers, CPA, on being named one of this year's Bold Women of Business by Moody on the Market!

Kruggel Lawton Named Best Accounting Firm
October 2, 2024

The South Bend Community Choice Awards selected Kruggel Lawton as the 2024 Best Accounting Firm.

Reporting Reminder for Companies Created or Registered Prior to 2024
September 10, 2024

Important reminder: If your company was created or registered before January 1, 2024, you are required to submit your BOIR by January 1, 2025.

Meet Our Team

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Michelle Adams, CPA
Senior Manager
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Judy Alrbight
Staff Accountant
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Allison Allman, CPA
Manager
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Monica Bailey, CPA
Senior Manager
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Stacey Ball
Operations Manager
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Lois Bauer
Senior Staff Accountant
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Stephen Beasy, CPA, CGMA
Partner
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Tyler Beasy
Staff Accountant
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Laura Borton
Project Manager
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Moses Bradley
Staff Accountant
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Terry Bush, SPHR
Director, HR Services
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Jim Champer, CPA
Senior Manager
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Beth Cody
Staff Accountant
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Cambria Comer, CPA
Senior Staff Accountant
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Sue Dombrowski
Staff Support
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Michael Eash
Staff Accountant
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Merrianne Eckhart
Senior Staff Accountant
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Jeremy Flagel
Senior Staff Accountant
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CAROL FOX, CPA, CGMA
Senior Manager
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Michelle Gantt
Senior Staff Accountant
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Erin Sessa, CPA
Senior Staff Accountant
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Katie Grass, CPA
Senior Staff Accountant
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Jennifer Grubb, CPA, CGMA
Senior Manager
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Brian Hake, CPA
Manager
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Barry Hall, CPA, CGMA
Managing Partner

Who We Work With

The Power of Collective Expertise

Transformative Solutions Tailored to Your Needs

Tax Preparation & Consulting Services

Taxes. This single word stirs up all kinds of emotion – and not always the most positive. Kruggel Lawton tax professionals are experts at federal, state, and local tax compliance and reporting. Rest assured that your information will be submitted accurately and on time. In the event that the IRS should decide they want to do an audit, we will be there every step of the way. We know the audit procedure, what kinds of supporting material will help, and how to present your arguments to the examiner.

Kruggel Lawton tax compliance and consulting services include:

  • Individual federal, state, and local tax return preparation
  • Business federal, state, and local tax return preparation
  • Payroll taxes and Form 1099 preparation
  • Property taxes
  • and more…

Whatʻs New

Kate Leichty, CPA, Receives Women to Watch Award
November 26, 2024

Kate Leichty receives the Women to Watch Award at the annual INCPAS Celebration in Indianapolis.

Kruggel Lawton CPAs Welcomes Two Directors to the Firm
November 18, 2024

Kruggel Lawton is pleased to announce Dan Leyes, CPA, and Seth Timmons, CPA, have joined the firm as Directors in the firm’s business valuation and tax practice areas.

Kruggel Lawton Announces Expansion in Elkhart and St. Joseph Counties
November 13, 2024

Kruggel Lawton announces expansion in Elkhart and St. Joseph Counties.

Sara Fetke Sweers, CPA, Named One of Moody on the Market’s Bold Women of Business
October 28, 2024

Congratulations to Sara Fetke Sweers, CPA, on being named one of this year's Bold Women of Business by Moody on the Market!

Kruggel Lawton Named Best Accounting Firm
October 2, 2024

The South Bend Community Choice Awards selected Kruggel Lawton as the 2024 Best Accounting Firm.

Reporting Reminder for Companies Created or Registered Prior to 2024
September 10, 2024

Important reminder: If your company was created or registered before January 1, 2024, you are required to submit your BOIR by January 1, 2025.

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