Kemper CPA Group LLP

11/03/2026

📍 Chapter 02: Southern IN/KY + Wabash

The Midwest delivered a little friendly competition! Our Southern Indiana/Kentucky and Wabash teams gathered in Newburgh for Staff Development Day, with arcade games, laser tag and time to catch up beyond the office.

Thank you to Showplace Cinemas for hosting us and giving our teams a great place to spend the day together!

From game faces to group photos, here are a few moments from our November 2 stop. 📸

11/03/2026

The IRS has finalized regulations for the new auto loan interest deduction. Learn about the deduction limits, vehicle requirements and other rules taxpayers should know when claiming the tax break.

Read the full article: https://www.kempercpa.com/news/irs-finalizes-regulations-for-the-auto-loan-interest-deduction

Contact us: www.kempercpa.com/contact

The IRS has finalized regulations for the new auto loan interest deduction. Learn about the deduction limits, vehicle requirements and other rules taxpayers should know when claiming the tax break.

11/02/2026

What is your business really worth, and when might you need to know?

Join Ryan Masterson and Chris Hays for our next Kemper Connect Service Spotlight: Business Valuation Services on November 12.

During this 30-minute webinar, they will discuss common reasons for a business valuation, factors that can influence value, and how the valuation process can support planning, transactions, shareholder matters, and other important business decisions.

Register today: https://www.kempercpa.com/kemper-connect

11/01/2026

🍽️ What’s on your plate this November?

If you’ve been thinking about a career change, consider making room for something new! We’re hiring across multiple locations, with opportunities for interns, experienced professionals, and managers.

One of these openings might be just what you’ve been looking for.

See what we’re serving up at kempercpa.com/careers

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween! From tricks and treats to deadlines and details, we’re here to help make the numbers a little less scary.

10/30/2026

Halloween started a little early at Kemper!

There were soup cook-offs, lunches, costumes, and some friendly competition happening throughout the firm today. Here are a few pictures from the fun!

Happy Halloween!

10/29/2026

Buying a business? Looking beyond the numbers is essential. Learn how financial due diligence, supporting records, and Quality of Earnings (QoE) reports can help you evaluate profitability, identify potential risks, and make a more informed investment decision.

Read the full article: https://www.kempercpa.com/news/buying-a-business-it-pays-to-dig-deeper-into-the-financials

Contact us: www.kempercpa.com/contact

Buying a business? Looking beyond the numbers is essential. Learn how financial due diligence, supporting records, and Quality of Earnings (QoE) reports can help you evaluate profitability, identify potential risks, and make a more informed investment decision.

10/27/2026

5 Year-End Tax Planning Strategies for Businesses in 2026

Read the full article: https://www.kempercpa.com/news/5-year-end-tax-planning-strategies-for-businesses-7

Contact us: www.kempercpa.com/contact

As 2026 comes to a close, now is the time to review your business's tax planning opportunities. Explore five year-end strategies that could help reduce your tax liability and make the most of available deductions and credits.

10/23/2026

📍 First stop: California!

Chapter 01 of our 2026 Staff Development Day travel diary brought our California offices together for a day of great people, bigger conversations and ideas in motion.

Thanks to everyone who helped us get this year's journey started. Next stop: the Midwest! 🚗

10/22/2026

Considering 530A account contributions as an employee benefit? Explore recent IRS guidance on employer programs, eligibility and administrative requirements.

Read the full article: https://www.kempercpa.com/news/irs-guidance-clarifies-employer-contributions-to-530a-accounts-and-more

Contact us: www.kempercpa.com/contact

Considering 530A account contributions as an employee benefit? Explore recent IRS guidance on employer programs, eligibility and administrative requirements.

10/19/2026

Meet our latest Employee Spotlight, Halle Morris! 👏

Halle joined Kemper as a tax intern in January 2026 and is currently pursuing her master's degree in accounting while working toward becoming a CPA. We're grateful for her dedication, enthusiasm, and commitment to professional growth.

Read more about Halle and her journey in this month's Employee Spotlight.

09/21/2026

From intern to remote team member, Loralei Schwenk has continued to grow her career with Kemper while building a life centered around family. ❤️

Loralei first joined Kemper as an intern in 2023 while completing her accounting degree at Southern Illinois University Carbondale. After graduation and a move to Tremont, Illinois, she continued with Kemper in a part-time remote role that gives her the flexibility to grow professionally while also being home with her two young boys.

Outside of work, Loralei enjoys reading, cooking, Pilates, water skiing, spending time with family, and being involved in her church.

We’re grateful to have Loralei on the Kemper team! Help us celebrate her by leaving a comment or reaction below. 👏

08/17/2026

Kelsie’s journey with Kemper began as an intern during the 2013 tax season, and we were fortunate to welcome her back to the firm in 2021! A two-time SIU Carbondale graduate, Kelsie earned her undergraduate degree in 2013 and Master of Accountancy in 2014.

Outside of work, Kelsie enjoys spending time with her daughter and family, traveling, and all things Disney.

We’re grateful to have Kelsie on the Kemper team and excited to feature her in this month’s Employee Spotlight!

07/20/2026

We are so honored that Madison has chosen Kemper at every step of her career so far, beginning as an intern in June 2021 and joining the firm full time later that year. Since then, she has continued to grow professionally, completing her accounting degree at the University of Southern Indiana and passing the CPA Exam in 2023.

Madison brings the same focus and discipline to her career that she once brought to collegiate softball, and we are proud to recognize her in this month’s Employee Spotlight.

06/29/2026

This month, we're proud to recognize Gina K. Reed in our Employee Spotlight! Gina celebrates five years with Kemper this July and brings a wealth of experience from careers in banking and education. Her dedication, positive attitude, and commitment to serving others make her a valued member of our team.

Outside of work, Gina enjoys reading, cooking, gardening, and spending time with her family.

Congratulations, Gina, and thank you for all you do! 👏

05/18/2026

This month, we are excited to highlight Sydney R. Mott in our Employee Spotlight. Sydney’s journey with Kemper began in 2021 when she joined the firm as an administrative assistant while starting her college career at Southeastern Illinois College after graduating from Harrisburg High School.

After completing her time at SIC, Sydney continued her education at Southern Illinois University, where she earned her bachelor’s degree in accounting. During that time, she also gained valuable hands-on experience as a tax and audit intern with Kemper. Following graduation, Sydney transitioned into a full-time role as a staff accountant this January.

Outside of work, Sydney is actively involved in her home church, where she serves as the media director. In this role, she helps manage weekly services and oversees the church’s social media presence. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and attending concerts with friends, as well as spending time close to home with her family.

We are proud to see Sydney’s growth within the firm and appreciate the dedication and energy she brings to the Kemper team.