About Abe
Abe Leis is the firm’s Managing Partner, based in La Crosse, WI, the firm’s headquarters. He joined Hawkins Ash CPAs in 1998 after starting his career as an intern. He became Managing Partner in 2016 and oversees the firm’s eight offices and the daily management of the firm. Abe also serves clients and has extensive knowledge and experience working with commercial entities, real estate entities, tax credit projects, retirement plan audits, and private school audits.
Areas of Focus
Commercial Audit and Tax
Real Estate Entities
Retirement Plan Audits
Tax Credit Projects
Private School Audits
Education
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Certified Public Accountant
AICPA Advanced Defined Contribution Plans Certificate
Professional Affiliations
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants
- Eide Bailly Alliance Member
- G400 Member
Recent Posts by Abe

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