Bradley Kearns

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Education

B.S. Accounting – Shippensburg University

Certifications

Certified Public Accountant – Pennsylvania

Professional Affiliations

American Institute of CPAs - Member

Pennsylvania Institute of CPAs - Member

Franklin County Farm Bureau - Member

Awards & Recognition

Business Person of the Year - Cumberland Valley Business Alliance, 2021

Bradley Kearns

CPA

Member of the Firm

Tax & Accounting Services

Brad’s expertise includes business and individual income tax planning and compliance, transaction analysis, choice of entity evaluation and consultation, mentoring and coaching owners and key employees, and business operational succession planning. His clients range from small family-owned businesses to multi-state manufacturers, distributors, and retailers, with a particular focus on the agricultural sector. Brad enjoys helping clients achieve their financial goals through practical, tax-efficient strategies grounded in integrity.

Brad joined SEK in 1987 and has been a Member of the Firm since 2000. Throughout his career, Brad has been an integral leader within SEK’s Tax & Accounting Services department and has served as a member of the firm’s Management Committee. He is currently an active member of the Tax Committee.

Brad has been named Business Person of the Year by the Cumberland Valley Business Alliance. The award recognizes a local professional who has made significant contributions to the Cumberland Valley community and their profession through business accomplishments and volunteer service.

Areas of Practice

Community Involvement

Churches of God Home Mission Council – President, Board of Directors

Greencastle-Antrim Chamber of Commerce – Treasurer, Board of Directors, Executive Committee

Cumberland Valley Business Alliance (CVBA) - Board of Directors

Franklin County Area Development Corporation (FCADC) - Board of Directors

Q&A with BRADLEY KEARNS

Milking dairy cows when I was an early teenager on a family farm in South Central PA
Spending quality time with my wife, Pam, extended family, and clients on Lake Raystown or at my second home there; spending time with my six grandchildren; archery hunting whitetail deer; watching college football and college basketball
Making a positive impact in the lives of others; helping staff and clients reach their potential personally and professionally
"God's work, done His way, will never lack His supply."

Client Testimonials

Brad Kearns has been a great asset to me for years now. He either addresses my needs or puts me in contact with someone in SEK who will. When he has referred me, he always follows up to be sure my needs were met.

A Chambersburg Tax & ACTS Client

Brad Kearns calls me with information about my tax return and discusses it with me.  When I have questions during the year, he responds quickly.

A Chambersburg Tax & ACTS Client

Brad Kearns and his staff are always professional and attentive to my needs. They truly care about me, my family and our well being. I could not ask for a better partnership. The relationship I have with SEK, CPAs and Advisors is foundational to all of my financial decisions. I truly value the relationship I have with them.

A Chambersburg Tax Client

I love it that Brad Kearns, the advisor who has worked with me on my income tax material for quite a few years, knows what to do and is always helpful with me in preparing my tax returns. I cannot say enough positive items about Brad. He is just so helpful and patient with me!

A Chambersburg Tax Client

I have had a 20-year relationship with SEK and Brad Kearns. Truly an outstanding organization with great ethics and committed leadership. I would highly recommend this firm to anyone that is looking for a long-term partner and a trusted advisor.

A Chambersburg Tax Client

Brad sets the example for all within his organization. He is available when needed and addresses concerns quickly and accurately. Brad is not only committed to SEK, but he is also very vested in the communities that he serves. Great human being and it feels great to do business with a company that has such high values and ethics.

A Chambersburg Tax Client

I feel very comfortable knowing Brad is watching after us.

A Chambersburg Tax Client

Brad provides solid advice on issues that I honestly have no clue on how to solve.

A Chambersburg Tax Client

I totally trust the information, opinions, and work provided by Brad Kearns!

A Chambersburg Tax Client

Brad is always proactive and is not afraid of doing more homework and research to get the correct answers.

A Chambersburg Tax Client

Brad has on several occasions given us financial recommendations and advice that was a benefit to us.

A Chambersburg Tax Client

Always responsive and helpful in anything I need. Brad has a great support staff. I always start with him and he always gets me what I need.

A Chambersburg Tax Client

Brad always has a smile even when the stress level is high. Recognizes clients immediately. Willingness to assist you with the tax return deadlines and signatures. He even came out to the car so my aged mother could sign her return. What a sweetie!

A Chambersburg Tax Client

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