Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Spokane
At Fruci & Associates, we have dedicated ourselves to providing exceptional accounting, tax, and consulting services to businesses and individuals in Spokane since 1938. Our firm combines decades of experience with a proactive approach to tax planning and financial reporting, ensuring clients receive strategic solutions tailored to their unique needs. We prioritize building long-term relationships through personalized service, supported by a team of certified professionals with expertise in diverse industries including public companies, not-for-profits, and emerging technologies. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our client-centric philosophy, where we focus on minimizing tax liabilities, improving operational efficiency, and delivering actionable insights that drive business growth.With a legacy of trust and integrity, we remain dedicated to upholding the highest standards of professionalism while adapting to evolving regulatory landscapes. Our team actively engages in continuous learning to stay ahead of tax law changes and industry trends, ensuring our clients benefit from forward-thinking advice. We take pride in fostering a collaborative environment where client success is our ultimate measure of performance. From audits and financial statement preparation to tax debt relief and management consulting, our comprehensive services are designed to address both immediate challenges and long-term objectives. This unwavering dedication to quality and client satisfaction has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in financial stewardship.
Services
Tax Services
Audit Services
Consulting
Public Company Services
Tax Debt Relief
Details
- Year established: 1938
Highlights and features
- We offer 75+ years of experience in accounting and tax services.
- Our team includes certified CPAs and Enrolled Agents with industry-specific expertise.
- We provide proactive tax planning to minimize current and future liabilities.
- Our audit processes prioritize efficiency while maintaining regulatory compliance.
- We deliver personalized consulting solutions for business growth and profitability.
Services
Tax Services
Our tax services focus on proactive strategies to minimize liabilities through expert planning and compliance. We serve individuals, corporations, and not-for-profits with return preparation, tax authority representation, and specialized consulting for business transactions. Our team stays current with evolving tax laws to ensure optimal outcomes for clients.
Audit Services
We conduct comprehensive audits and reviews for diverse organizations including public companies, mining firms, and not-for-profits. Our approach balances regulatory requirements with operational efficiency, providing high assurance for financial statements while minimizing client disruption. Services include SOC reports, single audits, and agreed-upon procedures tailored to specific needs.
Consulting
Our consulting services address operational challenges, strategic planning, and financial controls for businesses. We offer customized solutions in market expansion, process optimization, and organizational design. With expertise in multiple industries, we help clients improve profitability through data-driven recommendations and implementation support for complex business transformations.
Public Company Services
Specialized accounting services for SEC-registered companies include financial statement audits, quarterly reviews, and IPO support. We maintain expertise in PCAOB standards and GAAP requirements, serving technology firms, mining companies, and broker-dealers. Our one-office structure ensures dedicated attention to public company clients' regulatory and reporting obligations.
Tax Debt Relief
We assist individuals and businesses with IRS tax debt challenges through payment plans, audit defense, and penalty abatement. With over 75 years of experience, our certified team develops customized strategies for unfiled returns, large tax bills, and compliance issues. We provide free initial consultations and ongoing case management to resolve tax liabilities efficiently.
People
Paul M. Fruci
Tax Partner
Paul M. Fruci is a certified public accountant with decades of experience in tax planning and compliance. He specializes in serving high-net-worth individuals and businesses, focusing on minimizing tax liabilities through strategic planning. His expertise includes complex business transactions and IRS dispute resolution.
Kory Kolterman
Partner
Kory Kolterman leads audit engagements with a focus on public companies and mining firms. He brings extensive knowledge of PCAOB standards and SEC reporting requirements. His career spans numerous industries, emphasizing financial statement accuracy and regulatory compliance for clients undergoing growth or regulatory scrutiny.
Julie Franz
Partner
Julie Franz specializes in audit and consulting services for technology companies and broker-dealers. With CPA certification and industry-specific expertise, she advises clients on financial controls, compliance, and operational efficiency. Her approach combines technical proficiency with practical business solutions for complex organizational challenges.
Chizuru Putnam
Audit CPA
Chizuru Putnam provides audit services for diverse organizations, including employee benefit plans and foundations. Her work emphasizes regulatory compliance and financial transparency. She assists clients in improving internal controls while ensuring adherence to accounting standards for accurate financial reporting.
Katherine Alberti
Tax EA
Katherine Alberti is an Enrolled Agent with expertise in individual and business tax planning. She focuses on proactive tax strategies, compliance, and debt relief solutions. Her client-centered approach ensures personalized service for minimizing tax burdens and resolving IRS-related challenges efficiently.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for public companies?
We provide SEC financial statement audits, quarterly reviews, IPO support, and PCAOB-compliant services for technology firms, mining companies, and broker-dealers.
How can you help with IRS tax debt issues?
Our tax debt relief services include payment plan negotiation, audit defense, penalty abatement, and free 30-minute consultations with certified accountants to resolve IRS challenges.
Do you specialize in any particular industries?
We have deep expertise in mining, technology, energy innovation, broker-dealers, and not-for-profit organizations, with tailored accounting solutions for each sector's unique requirements.
What consulting services are available for business growth?
We offer operational consulting, market expansion strategies, organizational design, and financial control implementation to improve profitability and address business transformation challenges.
How do you approach tax planning for businesses?
Our proactive tax planning identifies opportunities to minimize liabilities through year-round compliance monitoring, legislative updates, and customized strategies for corporations and partnerships.
