Business Details
Your Trusted Accounting & Tax Solution in Iron Mountain, MI
Fittante & Colenso CPAs PC, CPA, PC has built a reputation as a trusted accounting firm serving businesses and individuals across Upper Michigan and northern Wisconsin. Our team of certified public accountants combines decades of technical expertise with a client-first philosophy to deliver tailored financial solutions. With over 30 years of experience in accounting, tax preparation, and business consulting, we prioritize ethical standards and personalized service. Our mission focuses on empowering clients through accurate financial guidance, ensuring compliance while maximizing profitability. We maintain memberships in prestigious professional organizations, including the American Institute of CPAs and Michigan Association of CPAs.Our commitment to excellence extends to payroll management, bookkeeping, and startup advisory services, designed to streamline operations for businesses of all sizes. By blending advanced technical resources with a dedicated support staff, we address complex financial challenges while maintaining approachability. Our values of integrity, commitment, and passion shape every client interaction, fostering long-term relationships built on trust. We serve small, mid, and large enterprises, offering strategic insights that align with evolving regulatory landscapes. Our local market expertise enables us to provide context-specific solutions that drive sustainable business growth.
Services
Tax Services
Payroll
Bookkeeping
Startup Services
Accounting
QuickBooks Support
Business Consulting
Tax Preparation
Financial Reporting
Payroll Processing
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of CPA expertise in tax and accounting services.
- Our team holds memberships in the American Institute of CPAs and Michigan Association of CPAs.
- We provide tailored financial solutions for businesses across all growth stages.
- Our QuickBooks ProAdvisors ensure seamless accounting system implementation.
- We maintain strict confidentiality and ethical standards in all client interactions.
Services
Tax Services
Our tax services provide expert preparation and filing for individuals and businesses. We specialize in navigating complex tax laws to minimize liabilities while maximizing refunds. With CPAs on staff having decades of combined experience, we ensure accurate compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Payroll
We manage complete payroll solutions including check processing, tax filings, and year-end documentation. Our system ensures compliance with evolving payroll regulations while saving business owners significant administrative time. Services include direct deposit setup and W-2/1099 processing.
Bookkeeping
Our bookkeeping services maintain accurate financial records through bill payment, account reconciliation, and statement preparation. We implement systems that provide real-time financial visibility while ensuring compliance with accounting standards for businesses of all sizes.
Startup Services
We assist new businesses with entity selection, registration, and accounting system implementation. Our services include tax ID acquisition, QuickBooks setup, and financial planning to establish strong foundations for new ventures in various industries.
Accounting
Our comprehensive accounting services cover financial reporting, budgeting, and business advisory. We design customized accounting systems that provide actionable insights, supporting data-driven decision-making for sustained business growth and operational efficiency.
People
Lisa Fittante
President
Lisa Fittante, CPA, leads the firm with 30+ years of accounting experience. She holds degrees from Northern Michigan University and Lansing Community College, specializing in audit, tax, and business consulting.
Todd Colenso
CPA
Todd Colenso, CPA, brings 40+ years of expertise in business tax and accounting. He graduated from Michigan State University and Wayne State University, focusing on business projections and transaction advisory services.
Dana Colenso
CPA
Dana Colenso, CPA, contributes 30+ years of tax and accounting experience. She holds degrees from Northern Michigan University and specializes in comprehensive financial solutions for business clients.
Patti Petschar
QuickBooks Advisor
Patti Petschar, a QuickBooks ProAdvisor, provides expert accounting system support. She specializes in resolving complex accounting challenges and optimizing financial processes for business efficiency.
Erin Wilkey
Enrolled Agent
Erin Wilkey, EA, handles tax preparation and accounting with 20+ years of experience. She graduated from DeVry University and focuses on delivering accurate, compliant financial solutions for businesses.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide tax preparation, payroll processing, bookkeeping, and startup advisory services tailored to small businesses. Our solutions include QuickBooks implementation and financial reporting to support growth.
Do you serve clients outside Upper Michigan?
Yes, we serve businesses and individuals throughout northern Wisconsin in addition to Upper Michigan, offering the same comprehensive accounting and tax services.
How experienced is your accounting team?
Our CPAs have 30-40 years of combined experience in accounting, tax, and business consulting. Team members hold degrees from Michigan State University and Northern Michigan University.
Can you help with business startup accounting?
Yes, we assist with entity selection, registration, accounting system setup, and financial planning for new businesses. Our QuickBooks ProAdvisors ensure proper system implementation.
How do you ensure client confidentiality?
We maintain strict confidentiality through professional standards exceeding legal requirements, with secure physical and electronic safeguards protecting all client financial information.
