Noel Willis, CPA

Partner
Tax & Business Services

Noel Willis advises high-net-worth individuals and professional service firm owners navigating complex tax situations. His work centers on layered compensation, partnership and equity structures, trusts and estates, and multi-state reporting.

He works with individuals across industries, including employees of Epic Systems and professional service firms who face unique stock and compensation-related tax complexity.

Noel also works extensively with seniors and the family members supporting them. He advises on Roth conversion strategies while managing Medicare IRMAA exposure, qualified assisted living medical deductions, and home healthcare employee filing requirements.

Whether working with a business owner or retiree, Noel focuses on structuring decisions early so clients retain control and flexibility.

Complex returns require direction, and Noel helps clients identify what drives their tax exposure and where proactive planning creates meaningful advantage. He addresses issues early and structures them correctly before they escalate. He works closely with attorneys and financial advisors to align tax strategy with broader planning decisions. Equity transitions, retirement planning, trust distributions, and ownership changes require coordination, and Noel plays an active role in shaping those conversations.

Clients value his clarity and decisiveness. He simplifies technical detail, outlines practical next steps, and recommends change when improvement is possible. He ensures tax strategy supports long-term goals rather than limiting them.

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
  • Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants (WICPA)
  • Volunteer, USA Swimming Official
  • Bachelors of Science – Accountancy; Northern Arizona University
  • Masters in Taxation; Washington School of Law
Noel Willis

Authored Content

2026 401(k) Catch-Up Rule: What Employers and High Earners Need to Know

11/25/25

A major provision of the SECURE 2.0 Act goes into effect on January 1, 2026, and it will significantly change how higher-income employees make their 401(k) catch-up contributions. Employers, payroll teams, and plan participants…

What to Do if You Receive a WI DOR Notice About Retirement Income

10/15/25

The Wisconsin Department of Revenue (WI DOR) has begun a limited audit project focused on retirement income reporting. As part of this effort, some taxpayers may receive a notice of additional tax due if…

New Tax Provisions Impacting Individual Taxpayers

07/8/25

On July 4, 2025, President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law. The sweeping legislation makes many of the tax cuts from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act…