KEB’s experience in serving large and small manufacturers began when our firm was founded, and when manufacturing comprised the heart of the Midwest economy. Although the manufacturing sector has experienced difficult challenges over the past few decades, KEB continues to provide traditional audit and accounting services to manufacturers and distributors of all types and sizes. We also remain informed about new developments affecting manufacturers through active participation in state and local trade organizations.

With over 70 years of experience serving manufacturers and distributors, KEB fully understands and appreciates the issues and challenges they face. Manufacturers we serve can expect the following results with KEB:

• proven strategies to maximize profits in the production process

• LIFO inventory calculations to minimize tax liability

• tax planning strategies that minimize tax liability and fully address corporate structure and reasonable compensation issues

• expert advice on the best form of business ownership for your specific business to minimize tax liability and increase profits

• full compliance with uniform inventory capitalization systems

• guidance on mergers or acquisitions based on in-depth knowledge of your business

• a business succession plan that is carefully developed and evaluated long before business succession becomes an issue