Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Accounting and Tax Services in Spokane
At Fruci & Associates, we have dedicated ourselves to delivering exceptional accounting and advisory services since 1938. Our firm combines decades of expertise with a proactive approach to tax planning, financial reporting, and business consulting, ensuring clients receive strategic solutions tailored to their unique needs. Our team of certified professionals prioritizes client relationships, offering personalized attention and actionable insights to support long-term financial success. We specialize in serving diverse industries, including public companies, nonprofits, and private enterprises, while maintaining a commitment to integrity, innovation, and excellence.Through continuous education on evolving tax laws and accounting standards, we empower clients to navigate complex financial landscapes with confidence. Our mission is to act as a trusted partner, providing clarity and value through comprehensive audits, tax debt relief, and operational consulting services. By fostering a culture of collaboration and professional development, we ensure our team remains equipped to address emerging challenges and opportunities in the accounting field.
Services
Tax Services
Accounting
Consulting
Public Company Services
SOC Reports
Tax Debt Relief
Details
- Year established: 1938
Highlights and features
- We offer 85+ years of combined experience in accounting and tax services.
- Our team includes certified CPAs and tax professionals with industry-specific expertise.
- We provide proactive tax planning to minimize liabilities and maximize savings.
- Our client-centric approach ensures personalized solutions for businesses and individuals.
- We specialize in complex audits and compliance for public companies and nonprofits.
Services
Tax Services
Our tax services focus on proactive planning and compliance for individuals and businesses. We specialize in minimizing tax liabilities through strategic return preparation, entity selection, and representation before taxing authorities. Our expertise covers corporate, partnership, and nonprofit tax needs.
Accounting
We provide comprehensive accounting services including financial statement audits, reviews, and compilations. Our team ensures compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards while offering insights to improve financial reporting accuracy and operational efficiency for public and private entities.
Consulting
Our consulting services address operational, financial, and strategic challenges. We assist with business process optimization, succession planning, internal controls, and software implementation to enhance profitability and long-term sustainability for clients across diverse industries.
Public Company Services
Specialized support for SEC-registered companies includes audit compliance, quarterly reviews, and IPO assistance. We maintain expertise in PCAOB standards and GAAP requirements, serving industries like technology, mining, and energy innovation with tailored financial solutions.
SOC Reports
We conduct SOC 1, 2, and 3 audits to validate internal controls for service organizations. Our AICPA-compliant assessments ensure data security and operational integrity, providing stakeholders with assurance through Type 1 and Type 2 reporting frameworks.
People
Josh Reyes
CPA Partner
Josh Reyes brings over 20 years of public accounting experience to Fruci & Associates. He specializes in audit engagements for public companies and nonprofits, focusing on regulatory compliance and financial transparency. Josh mentors junior staff while leading complex assurance projects.
Chizuru Putnam
CPA Audit
Chizuru Putnam, CPA, has 15 years of expertise in auditing employee benefit plans and broker-dealers. She excels at streamlining audit processes to reduce client disruptions while maintaining rigorous compliance standards for SEC filings and regulatory examinations.
Julie Franz
CPA Partner
Julie Franz partners with clients on tax strategy and business succession planning. Her 25-year career includes advising family-owned businesses on generational transitions and optimizing tax structures for multi-state operations.
Matt Michels
CPA Partner
Matt Michels leads our consulting division, specializing in operational efficiency for technology firms. With 18 years of experience, he helps startups and growth-stage companies implement financial controls and scalable business processes.
Paul M. Fruci
CPA Tax
As a founding partner, Paul M. Fruci has shaped our tax practice since the 1970s. He focuses on high-net-worth individual tax planning and represents clients in IRS dispute resolutions, leveraging decades of institutional knowledge.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for public companies?
We provide SEC-mandated audits, quarterly reviews, and IPO assistance for public companies, maintaining PCAOB compliance and industry-specific expertise in technology, mining, and energy sectors.
How do you handle tax debt relief for individuals?
Our tax debt specialists negotiate payment plans with the IRS, resolve unfiled returns, and develop strategies to reduce penalties while offering free initial consultations with certified accountants.
Can you assist with SOC compliance audits?
Yes, we conduct SOC 1, 2, and 3 audits to validate internal controls, ensuring data security and operational integrity through AICPA-compliant Type 1 and Type 2 reporting frameworks.
What industries do your consultants specialize in?
Our consultants serve technology firms, mining operations, broker-dealers, nonprofits, and family-owned businesses, offering tailored solutions for financial controls, software implementation, and operational efficiency.
Do you offer outsourced CFO services?
Yes, we provide interim CFO support including financial reporting, audit preparation, and internal control design for organizations needing temporary leadership during transitions.
