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Nathaniel Fissel
CPA, MST
Member of the Firm
Tax Director
Hanover, PA
717.637.5915
With over 20 years of experience and a M.S. in Taxation, Nat advises closely-held businesses and high net worth individuals on complex federal income tax compliance and tax planning issues. He specializes in advising on choice of entity structure for new businesses and corporate reorganizations, mergers and acquisitions, and preparation of partnership and corporate tax returns.
Nat works with a variety of industries, including construction, manufacturing, and professional service businesses. He assists in developing strategies for minimizing federal, state, and local taxes. He also evaluates tax alternatives and the consequences of transactions and business decisions.
Nat serves as the firm’s Tax Director and consults on a wide variety of complex tax engagements. He also serves as Chair of the Tax Committee, which is responsible for the overall management and vision of the firm’s tax practice.
Quick Facts
Professional Memberships
- American Institute of CPAs - Member
- Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs - Member
Community Involvement
- Guthrie Memorial Library - President Board of Governors
- Eichelberger Performing Arts Center – Past President
- Hanover Area Chamber of Commerce – Past Treasurer
- Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus – Member
Speaking Engagements
- The Accounting Profession, Delone Catholic High School Career Day (March 2025)
- President Biden's Tax Plan, SEK Business Leaders' Summit (October 2021)
- How to Operate & Exit Your Business on Your Terms, Questmont Business Owners Resource Network (BORN) Second Annual Summit (October 2021)
Certifications
- Certified Public Accountant – Pennsylvania
Education
- M.S. Taxation – University of Baltimore
- B.S. Accounting, cum laude – Mount St. Mary's University
Work Highlights
- Year joined SEK: 2004
- Year admitted as a Member: 2018
Q&A with Nat
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When you were a kid, what did you want to be when you grew up?
Attorney
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What was your first job?
I worked at The Bon-Ton as a Sales Associate at 16 years old.
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What are your hobbies?
Spending time with my family, going on beach trips, reading, and watching Baltimore Ravens football
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What is your favorite quote?
"Live simply, love generously, care deeply, speak kindly, leave the rest to God." ~Ronald Reagan
My Industry Specialties
- Healthcare Professionals
- Manufacturing & Distribution
- Professional Service Firms
- Real Estate
- Retail
- Closely-Held Businesses
My Service Specialties
- Business Accounting & Advisory
- Tax & Compliance
- M&A Advisory