Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Accounting & Tax Solutions for Lincoln Businesses
Founded in 2001, Harger CPA Group PC is a full-service accounting firm dedicated to providing personalized financial solutions for small-to-medium businesses, non-profit organizations, and individual clients. With a team of four CPAs and two professional accountants, we combine decades of collective experience with a commitment to understanding each client's unique financial goals. Our services span tax planning, business advisory, bookkeeping, payroll, and QuickBooks support, tailored to simplify complex financial processes while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations.As members of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and the Nebraska Society of CPAs, we undergo rigorous peer reviews every three years to maintain the highest standards of professional excellence. We prioritize close client relationships, proactive problem-solving, and customized financial reporting to transform numbers into actionable insights for long-term success.
Services
Tax Preparation
Bookkeeping
Payroll Services
QuickBooks Support
Business Advisory
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in business and individual tax services.
- Our team includes four licensed CPAs with specialized QuickBooks expertise.
- We implement a patented peer review process for quality assurance.
- We provide proactive financial planning tailored to client-specific goals.
- Our firm undergoes annual compliance audits for regulatory excellence.
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of CPAs
- Nebraska Society of CPAs
Services
Tax Preparation
Our tax preparation services combine deep regulatory knowledge with personalized strategies to maximize deductions for individuals and businesses. We handle complex filings including IRS audit representation and payroll tax resolutions while ensuring compliance with federal and state requirements. Our proactive approach identifies tax-saving opportunities before they become liabilities for clients.
Bookkeeping Services
We provide accurate, technology-driven bookkeeping solutions that maintain financial clarity for growing businesses. Our team streamlines accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and inventory management while implementing systems that prevent fraud and support informed decision-making through customized reporting structures tailored to client needs.
Payroll Services
Our comprehensive payroll services handle tax compliance, direct deposits, and regulatory reporting while saving business owners significant administrative time. We manage W-2 processing, third-party withholdings, and tax filings with precision, allowing clients to focus on operations while we ensure complete payroll regulatory adherence.
Business Advisory Services
We deliver strategic guidance for business growth through cash flow analysis, financial planning, and succession strategy development. Our advisory team works closely with clients to create meaningful financial reports, implement operational efficiencies, and navigate complex regulatory environments for sustained organizational success.
QuickBooks Support
Our QuickBooks-certified professionals provide software setup, training, and optimization services to improve financial workflow efficiency. We ensure accurate system configuration, customized reporting capabilities, and ongoing technical support that transforms accounting processes into powerful business management tools for small and mid-sized enterprises.
People
Ardel Harger
Founder & CPA
With over 50 years of accounting experience, Ardel established Harger CPA Group PC in 2001 after co-founding another local firm in 1979. He specializes in tax strategy and business consulting while maintaining client relationships built on trust and technical expertise.
Gregory Thomsen
Shareholder & CPA
Gregory brings 40 years of public accounting experience, including extensive QuickBooks expertise and nonprofit organization consulting. He joined the firm's predecessor in 1990 and focuses on small business tax optimization and financial management solutions.
Denise Peck
CPA & Accountant
Denise has specialized in payroll processing and small business accounting since joining the firm in 1995. Her expertise in Checkbook Solution and QuickBooks support helps clients maintain accurate financial records with customized system implementations.
Jessica Buresh
CPA & Accountant
Jessica offers comprehensive small business accounting services, combining banking experience with technical payroll expertise. She joined the team in 2010 and focuses on client bill payment systems and financial reporting optimization.
Karissa Brown
CPA & Accountant
Karissa provides compliance services for individuals and businesses while managing state tax requirements. With prior experience at a large CPA firm, she joined Harger in 2017 and specializes in integrating complex tax strategies with practical business applications.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide complete accounting solutions including bookkeeping, financial reporting, cash flow management, and QuickBooks support tailored to small business needs.
How can you help with business tax planning?
Our team offers strategic tax planning to maximize deductions, ensure compliance, and implement proactive measures for long-term tax efficiency specific to your business structure.
Do you offer QuickBooks training and setup?
Yes, we specialize in QuickBooks setup, customization, and training to optimize your accounting processes while ensuring accurate financial tracking.
What makes your firm different from other CPAs?
We combine over 20 years of local experience with personalized service, rigorous peer-reviewed quality standards, and specialized software expertise to deliver actionable financial solutions.
How do you handle IRS audit representation?
Our certified professionals provide comprehensive IRS audit representation, leveraging deep regulatory knowledge to resolve issues while protecting your interests throughout the process.
