Our Team

Christopher J. Seling

Founder

Christopher J. Seling obtained his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Baltimore in 1971, and has worked in the accounting field since 1962.
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Pamela R. Brooks

Office Manager

Pam earned her Bachelors Degree in Office Administration from Goldey Beacom College and successfully earned a Certificate in Medical Transcription. She has three years of experience in medical transcription as well as a very diversified bookkeeping background from farms to manufacturing.
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Joanna L Dietz

Bookkeeper

She has worked in Accounting since 1998. Prior to joining Seling and Associates, she worked for another public accounting firm. Joanna was responsible for daily input of clients' bookkeeping and banking information and payroll. Processed payroll and their quarterly reports. Joanna has been a wonderful addition to our firm. She is eager to please and assist our clients in any way.
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Carolyn Kussrow

 Sr. Tax Preparer

Carolyn graduated from Towson University in 1970 then went on to obtain a Masters degree in Education. After the birth of her children she changed careers to stay at home during their early years. She then went on to become a certified tax preparer. She worked in this field more than 25 years and enjoyed helping taxpayers pay the lowest amount of taxes possible. Carolyn is always available to answer any question whether during tax season or throughout the year.
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Kate Newton

Payroll Manager

Kate has been working in Office Administration since 2002, and started in bookkeeping around 2007. She has experience in Office Management, Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll. She gained most of her experience working with residential and commercial construction trades, where she became familiar with regular and certified payroll. Kate also has experience in the automotive repair industry.
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Ryan Raitzyk E.A.

Accounting & Tax Manager

Ryan is a graduate of Towson University with a degree in accounting. He has more than 15 years of experience in tax preparation for both businesses and individuals; bookkeeping; general ledger accounting; finance and investment planning; and client relations. Ryan's goal is to ensure that our clients pay the least amount in income taxes allowable, through Federal and State tax guidelines.
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Ellie Barlow, E.A

Ellie graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Davidson College and a Master’s degree in Accounting from Appalachian State University. She is also an enrolled agent, which grants her the privilege of representing taxpayers before the IRS. Ellie’s worked in public accounting since 2021, accumulating experience in business tax return preparation, individual tax return preparation, bookkeeping, and tax notice resolution.
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Hoda Pitzer

Hoda brings a strong background in business and client service to the CJS team. She holds a degree in Business Administration and has more than 11 years of experience preparing individual and small-business tax returns, helping clients navigate the process with confidence and clarity. Prior to joining CJS, Hoda spent eight years in the banking industry as a customer service representative, where she developed a reputation for being responsive, detail-oriented, and focused on delivering excellent service. Hoda is passionate about helping clients feel supported and informed throughout the tax process. She takes pride in using her knowledge and experience to ensure every client receives all of the deductions and benefits available to them, while providing a friendly, approachable experience from start to finish.
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Jody Seling

Receptionist

Jody worked many years in the medical field, in both; Pathology and Cosmetic medicine. She carries over; both, her secretarial and customer service skills to our company and especially strives to make each and every client feel welcome and have a positive, good experience.
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Baby Girl

Director of Emotional Support

Baby Girl Seling recently joined the practice. She was hired due to the stress we sometimes experience as normal for our type our business.

She was rescued from Brandywine Valley SPCA, a wonderful shelter in Pennsylvania. They saved her from a kill shelter in Virginia. She is so grateful to have had her life spared, she gives love and comfort to anyone she meets.

Because she has performed so well at our office, it was unanimously decided to promote her to Director of Emotional Support. You are welcome to visit Baby Girl anytime to experience her comforting nature for yourself.

For years, Seling & Associates has been providing quality, personalized financial guidance to local individuals and businesses. Seling & Associates’s expertise ranges from basic tax management and accounting services.


Seling & Associates is one of the leading firms in and throughout Central Maryland. By combining experience and the team mentality of our staff, we assure that every client receives the close analysis and attention they deserve. Our dedication to high standards, hiring of seasoned tax professionals, and work ethic is the reason our client base returns year after year.

Seling & Associates is a full-service accounting firm serving clients throughout the Bel Air, MD area, dedicated to providing our clients with professional, personalized services and guidance in a wide range of financial and business needs.

Christopher J. Seling, founder of the firm, has always had the desire to not only own, but work with small businesses. He previously worked for different, publicly traded companies for twenty years, when he then began his own firm in 1982. In 1990, Chris acquired a small practice in Ellicott City which handled mostly individual tax returns, but also included business accounting and taxes as well.

Chris later formed “A Better Payroll Service, Inc.” in 1992. This expanded the payroll niche of the business. The firm went from processing just a handful of payrolls to successfully generating about 200.

After wearing all the hats at some time, Chris has set his focus on business consulting, marketing and financial services. Since 1982, Chris has served on many boards and is a long time member in good standing of the Harford County Chamber of Commerce. Along with that, the Maryland Society of Accountants, National Society of Accountants, the Institute of Management Accountants, and the American Payroll Association.

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Christopher J. Seling

Founder

Christopher J. Seling obtained his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Baltimore in 1971, and has worked in the accounting field since 1962.
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Pamela R. Brooks

Pam earned her Bachelors Degree in Office Administration from Goldey Beacom College and successfully earned a Certificate in Medical Transcription. She has three years of experience in medical transcription as well as a very diversified bookkeeping background from farms to manufacturing.
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Joanna L Dietz

Bookkeeper

She has worked in Accounting since 1998. Prior to joining Seling and Associates, she worked for another public accounting firm. Joanna was responsible for daily input of clients' bookkeeping and banking information and payroll. Processed payroll and their quarterly reports. Joanna has been a wonderful addition to our firm. She is eager to please and assist our clients in any way.
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Carolyn Kussrow

Carolyn graduated from Towson University in 1970 then went on to obtain a Masters degree in Education. After the birth of her children she changed careers to stay at home during their early years. She then went on to become a certified tax preparer. She worked in this field more than 25 years and enjoyed helping taxpayers pay the lowest amount of taxes possible. Carolyn is always available to answer any question whether during tax season or throughout the year.
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Kate Newton

Kate has been working in Office Administration since 2002, and started in bookkeeping around 2007. She has experience in Office Management, Purchasing, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll. She gained most of her experience working with residential and commercial construction trades, where she became familiar with regular and certified payroll. Kate also has experience in the automotive repair industry.
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Ryan Raitzyk

Ryan is a graduate of Towson University with a degree in accounting. He has more than 15 years of experience in tax preparation for both businesses and individuals; bookkeeping; general ledger accounting; finance and investment planning; and client relations. Ryan's goal is to ensure that our clients pay the least amount in income taxes allowable, through Federal and State tax guidelines.
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Jody Seling

Jody worked many years in the medical field, in both; Pathology and Cosmetic medicine. She carries over; both, her secretarial and customer service skills to our company and especially strives to make each and every client feel welcome and have a positive, good experience.
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Patrick Wayne

Patrick is a student at Harford Community College studying accounting and finance. Prior to joining Seling & Associates, he worked as a bookkeeper for a local nonprofit organization for two years. Patrick has experience in Payroll, Grant Management, and Accounts receivable.
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Baby Girl

Director of Emotional Support

Baby Girl Seling recently joined the practice. She was hired due to the stress we sometimes experience as normal for our type our business.

She was rescued from Brandywine Valley SPCA, a wonderful shelter in Pennsylvania. They saved her from a kill shelter in Virginia. She is so grateful to have had her life spared, she gives love and comfort to anyone she meets.

Because she has performed so well at our office, it was unanimously decided to promote her to Director of Emotional Support. You are welcome to visit Baby Girl anytime to experience her comforting nature for yourself.