About Us
Parquette, Shaffer & Associates CPAs PC was founded in 2023 but the roots of the organization were established long before. Jason Parquette previously worked under Christopher T. Pakos, CPA PC starting 2006 and Nick Shaffer started working there in 2011. In 2022, Jason and Nick had gained the opportunity to purchase Christopher T. Pakos,
Parquette, Shaffer & Associates CPAs PC was founded in 2023 but the roots of the organization were established long before. Jason Parquette previously worked under Christopher T. Pakos, CPA PC starting 2006 and Nick Shaffer started working there in 2011. In 2022, Jason and Nick had gained the opportunity to purchase Christopher T. Pakos, CPA PC and formed Parquette, Shaffer & Associates CPAs PC. Since then, they have continued to focus on providing each client an exceptional level of service.
Jason Parquette, CPA
President
Jason is a co-founder and President of the firm. Jason is a graduate of California University of Pennsylvania and has nearly 20 years of experience in public accounting.
His focus is centered on client engagement regarding tax planning and tax preparation services for individual and business clients. Jason a
President
Jason is a co-founder and President of the firm. Jason is a graduate of California University of Pennsylvania and has nearly 20 years of experience in public accounting.
His focus is centered on client engagement regarding tax planning and tax preparation services for individual and business clients. Jason also offers expert guidance on a broad range of compliance and filing requirements including those for estates and trusts.
Jason is a Smithton resident and spends his free time with his wife and four children and can be found supporting the various activities and interests in which they are involved .
Nick Shaffer, CPA
Nick Shaffer, CPA
Vice President
Nick is a co-founder and Vice President of the firm. Nick is a graduate from Saint Vincent College and has nearly 15 years of experience in public accounting.
Nick's concentration of work is centered on Individuals, Partnerships, LLC's, Corporations and Non-Profit organizations. Nick also is responsible for
Vice President
Nick is a co-founder and Vice President of the firm. Nick is a graduate from Saint Vincent College and has nearly 15 years of experience in public accounting.
Nick's concentration of work is centered on Individuals, Partnerships, LLC's, Corporations and Non-Profit organizations. Nick also is responsible for most of the in house technology maintenance and repair.
Nick resides in Derry Township with his wife, Dawn and two kids. In his free time he enjoys hunting and coaching his son's sports teams.
Erica Cartwright, CPA
Kellie Fitzpatrick-Douglas
Nick Shaffer, CPA
Tax Accountant
Erica received her accounting degree in 2021 from Slippery Rock University and, after relocating to the Latrobe area, she joined the firm in January of 2022. Erica then continued her education and earned her master’s degree with a marketing/management concentration in 2023 and her CPA license by the end
Tax Accountant
Erica received her accounting degree in 2021 from Slippery Rock University and, after relocating to the Latrobe area, she joined the firm in January of 2022. Erica then continued her education and earned her master’s degree with a marketing/management concentration in 2023 and her CPA license by the end of 2024.
Erica's areas of concentration include individual income tax return preparation as well as financial record keeping and reporting. Erica has also been paramount in the installation and maintenance of the internal work management software that enables the firm to run more efficiently. In her free time, Erica enjoys spending time with family, in nature, or on creative projects.
Kellie Fitzpatrick-Douglas
Kellie Fitzpatrick-Douglas
Kellie Fitzpatrick-Douglas
Staff Accountant & Office Manager
Kellie is a Robert Morris graduate with a degree in accounting and over 20 years of experience in her field. Kellie joined the firm in June of 2022 as a Staff Accountant, but she has subsequently been promoted, adding Office Manager to her title. She has a multitude of clients for w
Staff Accountant & Office Manager
Kellie is a Robert Morris graduate with a degree in accounting and over 20 years of experience in her field. Kellie joined the firm in June of 2022 as a Staff Accountant, but she has subsequently been promoted, adding Office Manager to her title. She has a multitude of clients for which she provides bookkeeping services as well as payroll and payroll tax assistance. As Office Manager she handles all accounts payable and accounts receivables, ensures compliance with human resources policies and procedures, and maintains internal supplies .
During tax season, Kellie also provides support to the CPAs and receptionist by performing any/all tasks that are necessary to ensure a successful season. Outside of work, Kellie enjoys travelling, spending time with her children, and volunteering at her church where she is the Treasurer..
Zack Holler
Kellie Fitzpatrick-Douglas
Kellie Fitzpatrick-Douglas
Staff Accountant
Zack graduated from Saint Vincent College with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.
Zack has over 6 years of public accounting experience which includes auditing and tax preparation of individual returns, business returns, and non-profit returns. Other areas of experience includes bookkeeping, payroll fu
Staff Accountant
Zack graduated from Saint Vincent College with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.
Zack has over 6 years of public accounting experience which includes auditing and tax preparation of individual returns, business returns, and non-profit returns. Other areas of experience includes bookkeeping, payroll functions, and cost accounting.
In his free time Zack enjoys hunting, fishing, golfing, playing with his pets, and spending time with his wife.
Paul Gray
Paul Gray
Paul Gray
Tax Accountant
Paul joined the firm in 2014 after a career in private industry. He earned his bachelor's degree in accounting from Thiel College and has had experience in manufacturing and property management in addition to public accounting. Paul is married and lives in Latrobe. He enjoys golf and spending as much time as possible with his grandchildren.
Lori Culley
Paul Gray
Paul Gray
Receptionist/Customer Service
Lori joined the firm in November of 2022 as our Receptionist/Customer Service representative. Lori previously worked as a receptionist at a medical organization for 14 years. Her role is to be your initial contact when calling or coming into our office. She will assist you in gettin
Receptionist/Customer Service
Lori joined the firm in November of 2022 as our Receptionist/Customer Service representative. Lori previously worked as a receptionist at a medical organization for 14 years. Her role is to be your initial contact when calling or coming into our office. She will assist you in getting you and your information to the correct personnel. She can also assist you in scheduling appointments with any of the staff.
Lori is a Derry Township resident. In her free time, she enjoys camping and spending time with her dogs.
Jena Savage
Paul Gray
Jena Savage
Tax Accountant
Jena has been with the firm since inception. She is a part-time employee but fills many roles and is a valuable asset within the organization when it comes to payroll and bookkeeping engagements.