The local accounting firm of Abeles and Hoffman P.C. is pleased to announce that Ron Abeles, CPA, Partner, recently joined alliantGroup’s Strategic Advisory Board.

“I am honored to be joining such an exceptional group of professionals,” said Abeles. “As someone who has numerous years in the accounting profession, I know the impact that tax policy has on businesses. I look forward to offering my knowledge and expertise on this matter.”

alliantGroup’s mission is one of education and awareness—they exist to help industry organizations, U.S. businesses and the CPA firms that advise them, take full advantage of all federal and state tax credits, incentives and deductions available to them. The government has legislated these incentive programs to help businesses grow and compete both in the U.S. and abroad. The organization has helped over 15,000 businesses claim more than $3 billion in tax incentives. alliantGroup’s headquarters is in Houston, Texas, with offices across the country including New York, Boston, Chicago, Orange County, Sacramento, Orlando, Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. For more information visit: www.alliantgroup.com.

Abeles is a founding partner of Abeles and Hoffman P.C. As a shareholder, he assists clients by providing accounting and auditing, taxation, financial consulting, and merger and acquisition services. Abeles serves organizations across a range of industries, including distribution, service companies, sports franchises, manufacturing, real estate and construction. He holds a Masters of Business Administration from the Southern Illinois University in Edwardsville and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Bridgeport.  Abeles is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) and the Missouri Society of Certified Public Accountants (MSCPA). In addition, is on the board of directors for Integra International and the advisory board for Enterprise Bank & Trust. Abeles currently resides in Creve Coeur, Missouri with his wife, Bette.

Established in 1979, Abeles and Hoffman, P.C. provides value added accounting and consulting services to clients throughout the Midwest.  The firm offers accounting, audit, tax, estate, business advisory and business valuation services.  Abeles and Hoffman, P.C.’s strategic alliance with Integra International provides them with access to additional financial planning and international business resources.  The firm sustains industry expertise in a number of areas such as manufacturing, distribution, real estate and professional services.