Nicholas Bell, CPA

Manager, Wipfli Advisory LLC

Nick Bell is a Manager in Wipfli’s downtown Chicago office and a licensed CPA, serving clients in the construction and real estate industries. Since joining the firm in 2019, Nick has built deep expertise in tax compliance and consulting for partnerships, with a strong focus on complex property transactions and multi‑tiered partnership structures.

He provides strategic guidance on the tax implications of acquisitions, dispositions, development projects and sophisticated partnership arrangements. Nick’s work includes advising on capital account maintenance, basis considerations, allocation methodologies and navigating evolving federal and state reporting requirements.

Known for his ability to distill highly technical partnership issues into practical, actionable solutions, Nick serves as a trusted advisor to construction and real estate clients throughout the lifecycle of their projects. His forward‑looking approach helps clients mitigate risk, maximize value and align tax strategies with their broader business goals.

Credentials

• Certified Public Accountant

Professional memberships and activities

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) - Member
• Illinois CPA Society (ICPAS) - Member