LITCHFIELD, IL – May 22, 2025 – KEB is proud to announce the expansion of its Litchfield office through the successful acquisition of Fleming Tawfall. This exciting development brings together two experienced and respected local accounting firms, significantly enhancing the capabilities and reach of KEB in the Litchfield area and surrounding communities.

As part of the acquisition, 11 team members, including one partner from Fleming Tawfall, have joined the KEB team. Combined with the existing staff, the new Litchfield office will now be home to 24 professionals, including accountants, consultants, and administrative personnel— positioning the office as a leading provider of tax, consulting, and accounting services in central Illinois.

“We’re thrilled to welcome the Fleming Tawfall team into the KEB family,” said Jereme Zook, Partner at KEB.  “This acquisition strengthens our presence in Litchfield and brings together a talented group of professionals who share our core values and commitment to client service.”

While the Litchfield office will continue to offer KEB’s full suite of tax, consulting, and accounting services, clients will now benefit from enhanced expertise and expanded industry capabilities—particularly in key sectors such as hospitality, production agriculture, manufacturing, and financial services, where KEB will be able to deliver a broader, more integrated range of solutions.

The partnership is especially meaningful as both firms trace their roots back to the original D.W. Fleming CPAs, reuniting two offices that have long shared a common culture, approach, and vision for delivering professional services.

Strategically, this move supports KEB’s broader growth plans by strengthening local leadership, adding valuable succession resources, and balancing support with the firms’  metro-area offices. For clients, it means more local expertise, greater accessibility, and access to expanded services of the full KEB firm including wealth management, estate and trust planning, and an enhanced team for farm tax consulting.

“This is an exciting step for our firm and our clients,” added the Jereme. “We’re uniting a talented, driven team that excels in client service while fostering a collaborative and enjoyable workplace culture. It’s a combination that positions us well for continued growth and new opportunities ahead.”

KEB looks forward to continuing its long-standing commitment to the Litchfield community—now with an even stronger team, broader capabilities, and a renewed focus on delivering value to local clients and businesses.

For more information about KEB and the Litchfield office, visit kebcpa.com.

About KEB
Kerber, Eck & Braeckel LLP (KEB) is a full-service accounting and consulting firm serving clients throughout the Midwest. With a commitment to personalized service, technical expertise, and long-term relationships, KEB helps individuals, businesses, and public sector organizations navigate their financial goals with confidence.