Key Personnel
Brief
descriptions of the key members of the Sonrise
Team
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Kenneth N. Shirk, EA – Founder &
President
As founder and President of
Sonrise
TagsAndTax LLC, Ken is the driving force
behind the growth and success of the firm. A graduate of Millersville
Univesity, he is listed in several Who’s Who
publications for his expertise in clergy tax matters. Ken is an Enrolled
Agent, licensed by the Treasury Department to represent clients before the
IRS and also serves as the Executive Director of Son-Set Ministry Inc., a
not-for-profit educational organization that provides tax-related
information to ministries and ministers. Churches frequently use Ken as a
consultant in matters related to taxes,
and compliance with regulations.
Active in the community and his church, Ken
is a member of Gideons International,
and a former school director. He and his wife Susie,
have been married 38 years and have four sons. In his spare time, Ken
enjoys flying his kites, reading, playing with their Dalmatian and working
with Susie on home decorating and home improvement projects.
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E-Mail:
taxmanken@tagsandtax.com |
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Aaron Shirk, EA – Vice-President
Aaron is both an expert tax professional and
an extremely knowledgeable Notary Public. He started working in the
family business as a pre-teen and progressed to tax preparation before
graduating from high school. Few have amassed Aaron’s experience and
knowledge in taxes and licensing at such an early age. Attending tax and
notary seminars and workshops throughout each year keeps his skills sharpened.
Aaron is active in his church and community,
and enjoys soccer as a player and coach. He and his wife, Heidi, have
two
daughters.
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E-Mail:
aaron@tagsandtax.com |
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Susan E. Shirk – Operations
Administrator
Susie’s been around the business since Day
One. However, a few years ago she gave up her career as a Sonographer
to devote her full time to Sonrise. Her most
important function is coordinating the activities between the two
offices. She has primary responsibility for staffing and scheduling at
both offices. A trained tax preparer and Notary, her biggest asset to the
business is being the "glue that
holds everything together" as
April 15th approaches each Spring.
She generally works out of the Mt. Zion
office and has a wealth of knowledge regarding all aspects of the
Sonrise Operation.
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E-Mail:
susie@tagsandtax.com |
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Julie
Heverling – Tax Professional & Notary
Public
Julie came on board in 2003 and has proven to
be a very versatile individual. She is both a Tax Professional and a
Notary Public. Her bubbly personality makes her an enjoyable person to our
customers.
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E-Mail:
julie@tagsandtax.com |
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Donna M. Bender – Payroll Manager
Donna joined the Sonrise
team in 2004 as our Payroll Manager.
She is also a Notary Public. Her trademark is her quiet efficiency,
and her willingness to take on projects,
and see them through to completion.
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E-Mail:
payroll@tagsandtax.com |
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Sue Dunbar – Administrative Assistant,
Mount Zion Office
Sue resides a few doors down from our Mt.
Zion Office and has been an
invaluable asset to us for over a decade. She doesn’t prepare taxes,
and isn’t a Notary, but there isn’t much else that she doesn’t do around
the office from January thru April 15th. Anyone calling or
visiting our Mt. Zion Office
during tax season is likely to be greeted by Sue.
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Joan Thomas – Administrative Assistant,
Ninth St. Office
Joan has been a part of our team since 2005.
Her smile and friendliness will welcome you and put you at ease when you
enter our Ninth St office. Joan is a skilled Notary and also manages the
Ninth St office.
E-mail:
joan@tagsandtax.com
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Sharon Arnold – Tax Preparer
Sharon came on board in 2007 after
completing her income tax course at the top of her class. Sharon
has a strong background in agricultural issues. Her friendliness
with clients, her good judgment and her strong work ethic make her a
tremendous asset to our Mt Zion tax team.
E-mail:
sharon@tagsandtax.com
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Update:
Clergy Tax Appointment Info.
Lebanon
Office
346 S. Ninth St.
Lebanon, PA
17042-5906
Phone: 717.273.3100
Fax: 717.273.2200
Hours -
Mon, Tues, Wed and Fri. 9-6, Thurs 9-7
Sat 9-2 (Extended hours during tax season)
Mount Zion
Office
1509 Mt. Zion Road
Lebanon, PA
17046-9609
Phone: 717.865.2530 717.272.7530
Fax: 717.865.5441
Tax Season Hours
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M-F 9AM to 8PM, Sat 9AM-2PM - Remainder of Year by Appointment or "Chance"
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