JSC ADVISERS - Key Persons
Responsibilities:
Payroll and Payroll Taxes
Bookkeeping
Professional Experience: Beth started working in her family's large retail/wholesale tire business in Middleburg, PA. She was responsible for all areas of the business but specialized in bookkeeping and accounting. After she left the family business, Beth provided accounting services to a variety of regional businesses. Beth and her husband then worked together in their own CPA firm. She has been with JSC Advisers since 2015.
Personal Background: Originally from Middleburg, Beth and her husband now live on 12 acres in Allenwood, PA. She loves showing registered quarter horses - both English and Western. At home, she also enjoys working with her orchids.
Responsibilities:
Bookkeeping
Payroll and Payroll Taxes
Professional Experience: Darren has 20 years of experience in the manufacturing industry. Prior to joining JSC Advisers in 2016, Darren worked for another accounting firm and a local non-profit organization. His goals are to be even more versed in the tax law, analysis of tax implications, and advising clients.
Personal Background: Originally from the Selinsgrove area, Darren lives with his wife and three children in New Berlin. He enjoys woodworking. He and his family enjoy tractor pulls, vacations, and spending time together.
Professional Training and Background: Ethan joined JSC Advisers in December 2023 after having worked at two other accounting firms since graduating college in 2020 from Mount Aloysius. Ethan plans to continue to grow in his knowledge of tax laws and accounting principles in order to help bring more value to our clients.
Personal Background: Ethan was born in Wellsboro, PA and is married with one son. He helps with his family's Christmas Tree farm, coaches his local high school football team, and has a passion for local history.
Job Titles:
- Dir. of Marketing & Client Relations / Accountant
- Director of Marketing and Client Relations / Staff Accountant
Professional Background: Mark joined JSC Advisers in 2022, bringing nearly a decade of experience from his previous role at a marketing agency, where he successfully managed numerous online marketing projects nationwide. In 2021, Mark also established his own web marketing company, specializing in website development and online campaigns for local businesses. Initially, Mark joined our team as the Director of Marketing and Client Relations. His role quickly expanded to include accounting and bookkeeping responsibilities, and he now also serves as one of our Staff Accountants.
Personal Background: Mark graduated from Messiah University with a Bachelor's degree in Marketing in 2008. He began his career as a sales representative for an international power tool manufacturer, a role that took him to central New Jersey. However, seeking new opportunities, Mark relocated to San Francisco, California, where he entered the online and web industry. During this time, he worked as a technical recruiter, matching candidates with leading companies such as eBay and StubHub.
Drawn by his love for the mountains and the rural charm of Pennsylvania, Mark eventually returned to his hometown, where he currently resides with his son. In his free time, Mark enjoys a variety of activities, including playing guitar and participating in sports such as soccer, basketball, and football. He also cherishes spending time with his family and his two Goldendoodle dogs, Ogie and Maverick.
Professional Training and Background: Rich started working in a Selinsgrove accounting firm after living in metropolitan areas and working with major international accounting/consulting firms. Richard next worked in a partnership and eventually started his own CPA firm, which he ran for many years with his wife. He then became the controller for a local industry. Rich is a member of the PICPA and joined JSC Advisers in 2014, where he is highly regarded as a mentor and guru!
Personal Background: Rich grew up in the Philadelphia area and moved to the Selinsgrove area in 1981. He enjoys long range rifle shooting and usually competes in the Penn State region but also travels to other areas of the state. Although Rich doesn't need to be working at this stage of his life, he still really enjoys it - and the staff enjoys working with him! He is married with two adult children.
Professional Background: Sandy attended Shippensburg University and graduated from Bloomsburg University. She taught 6th-8th grade at Mifflinburg Area School District, founded Little Learners' Preschool in Mifflinburg and taught 3rd grade at Meadowbrook Christian School. She acted as the office manager, marketing consultant, and events coordinator for several businesses over the years.
Personal Background: Sandy was born in Mifflinburg, PA, is married and has 4 children, and 10 grandchildren. She enjoys gardening, sewing, and spending time with her family.
Responsibilities:
Payroll and Payroll Taxes
Sales Tax
Bookkeeping
Business and Individual Taxes
Professional Experience: Tina joined JSC Advisers in 2008 after working in bookkeeping for her entire professional career. Since 1984 she was responsible for bookkeeping for a large convenience store chain and started in 1991, as a bookkeeper for two Lewisburg CPA firms. Tina looks forward to continuing her training and experience.
Personal Background: Tina is married with one child and 3 grandchildren. She lives in Watsontown and enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with family - and "loves" her grandkids!
Job Titles:
- Client Manager / Accountant / IT Specialist