About BJS & Associates, Ltd.
BJS & Associates was formed in 1998 by Barbara Sabel. She is joined by her son, Seth Sabel, who assists in accounting and tax work. We are a small family firm that strives to provide high-quality service and representation with our financial and tax preparation. As a family-owned firm, we understand the daily trials and tribulations business owners experience and we aim to provide services that are not only comprehensive, but affordable.
As a firm that seeks to empower our clients with our financial assistance, we continually seek to expand both our own personal knowledge and our client’s knowledge in order to help them and their business be the best it can be.
We provide a wide range of financial services, including:
Payroll Processing
Quarterly/Annual Payroll Tax Forms
1099/1096 Forms
Annual Report Forms
Quickbooks Pro Consulting, Account Setup, Workup & Bookkeeping
Tax Services
Individual
Partnership
Estate
Trust/Gift
Consulting
& More
Our Staff
In Memoriam: Barbara Sabel
Founder (1953–2025)
Barbara Sabel founded BJS & Associates in 1998. With deep knowledge, compassion, and a commitment to excellence, she guided the firm for over two decades. Barbara passed away peacefully in April 2025. Though no longer with us, her legacy continues in the values and professionalism we uphold every day.
Seth Sabel
Seth Sabel joined the family practice of BJS & Associates, Ltd. in June, 2005. Mr. Sabel is a professional member of the Illinois CPA Society and completed his Enrolled Agent Certification through the Internal Revenue Service in the summer of 2012. He handles the preparation and filing matters for Quarterly\Annual Payroll Tax forms, 1099\1096 forms and Annual Report forms for IL, WI, and other states.
Jasper
Jasper was our Golden Retriever and official office mascot. He has passed away and given his duty to Jace.
Jace
Jace is following in the paw prints of Jasper, and is now the official office mascot.
Gage
I have been guarding the office and files for a number of years but just recently felt comfortable with my picture being posted.
Gemma
I have been brought on to the team as a calming influence to these silly boys.