Kentucky Office

Kentucky Office

  • 9219 US Hwy 42
  • Suite D293
  • Prospect, KY 40059
  • Kentucky Number: 502-709-7879
  • Fax Number: 877-229-5269
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James Kovacs, Enrolled Agent

President and Chief Executive Officer
  • Kentucky Number: 502-709-7879
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James Kovacs has an extensive tax and accounting background and is an Enrolled Agent. Aside from his Tax and Accounting education, James also has degrees in both Corporate Finance and Business Marketing in conjuction with a minor emphasis in International Business. James gained experience as an accountant for a high-end Silicon Valley CPA firm, performing both Tax & Audit functions for closely held companies and high-net-worth individuals. 

James is the President and Chief Exectutive Officer of Tax Force. He works out of our Ohio Valley Office. During tax season, James prepares and reviews business as well as personal tax returns, oversees the accounting staff as well as reviews tax returns.  During the off season, James consults with clients on tax planning and business advising.

Nikki Kovacs

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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Nikki Kovacs graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Corporate Marketing and International Business and is also a Certifed QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor.  She has experience in retail and office management as a District Inventory Control Specialist for a global retail chain and a Director of Marketing/Advertising for a fast food company.

Nikki is the Vice President of Accounting and Chief Financial Officer of Tax Force. She works out of our Ohio Valley Office. In her diverse role with Tax Force, she oversees all bookkeeping and payroll, manages the accounting staff, and heads up our quality control.  Nikki also plays a vital role during tax season preparing a wide variety of tax returns and meeting with prospective clients.

Walter S. Martin, J.D., LL.M

Tax Manager
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Walter is a tax attorney with extensive experience in Big Four accounting, with an emphasis in the practice of corporate tax, partnership tax, tax-exempt organizations, government entities, and Fortune 500 companies.

He earned his JD in 1989 from the University of Kentucky and holds an LL.M in Taxation from the University of Denver. He has gained a breadth of knowledge working for several firms in tax compliance, consulting, and planning and has worked as a Senior Manager and Associate for over 20 years. He has also worked as a lecturer in business law, economics, accounting, and corporate finance for Saint Xavier High School.

Walter is married with five children. He enjoys coaching & conditioning for the St. X football program and researching & decoding tax law.

Becca Bennett

Office Manager
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Becca earned her BA in History from the University of Louisville and spent 12 years in the mystery shopping and brand auditing space. She grew from a Quality Control editor to Director of Quality Control as she honed her expertise in providing the best possible product and feedback to clients. As an independent consultant, she provided process, quality assurance, and operational support to companies and clients ranging from healthcare providers to luxury food brands.
Becca joined Tax Force in 2022 and works out of our Ohio Valley office as the Office Manager. She assists with bookkeeping, payroll, tax returns, and scheduling. 

Erin Thompson

Staff Accountant
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Erin graduated from Transylvania University and worked in the hospitality industry.  She is married to Jeff Thompson of Musselman Hotels and is the proud mother of 3 beautiful girls; Ashlyn, Kylee, and Emma.  Erin loves spending time with her large extended family as well as coaching and watching her girls play volleyball!  

Erin joined Tax Force in 2021 and works out of our Ohio Valley office as our Staff Accountant. She assists with bookkeeping, payroll, and tax returns.

Lelin Zhao

Staff Accountant
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Lelin graduated from the University of Louisville with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and minors in CIS and Finance. With several years of experience in tax and bookkeeping, Lelin is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Business Analytics from the same university.
Lelin joined Tax Force in 2022 and works out of our Ohio Valley office as a Staff Accountant. She assists with bookkeeping, payroll, and tax returns.

Tara Branch

Accounting Admin
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Tara graduated from Indiana University with a degree in Elementary Education and taught for 25+ years. After leaving her teaching career she opened a travel agency which she still runs. She is married to Ian Minderman and proud step mom of 3 with only 1 left at home. She is also a fur mom to 4 babies. 
Tara joined Tax Force in 2021 as an administrative assistant in our Ohio Valley office and also assists with bookkeeping and tax preparation.   
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