FRS is built around the people you actually work with — partners and advisors rooted in the Central Valley who pick up the phone, know your name, and stay with you through every chapter of your business.
Every client is paired with a partner-led team — small enough that we know your business, deep enough to back you on whatever comes next.
A second-generation CPA, Jeff has called Fresno home since 1992. He graduated from Fresno State in 1994, joined FRS in 1996, earned his CPA license in 2000, and became a partner in 2005. In 2009 he added the Certified Forensic Accountant designation to his practice.
Jeff has been a Fresno resident since 1996. A Fresno State graduate, he joined FRS in 1999, earned his CPA in 2003, and was admitted as partner in 2005. He's deeply involved in the community through the Fresno Estate Planning Council and Fowler youth sports.
Jamie joined FRS as a Staff Accountant in 2002 after graduating from Fresno State with a B.S. in Accountancy, and became a licensed Enrolled Agent in 2013. She served as Treasurer of the Fresno Women's Network for eight years.
Carla brings twelve years of accounting and tax experience with an emphasis in individual, partnership, and corporate work. She earned her B.S. in Business Administration from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, became an EA in 2016, and passed her CPA exam in 2021.
Kristina joined FRS as an intern in 2018 and was hired on full-time after graduating from Fresno State with a B.S. in Accountancy. She handles payroll processing, accounts payable, and administrative work while studying for her CPA exam.
Brandon joined FRS in June 2021 as a Staff Accountant. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Fresno State with a B.S. in Business Administration – Accountancy Option.
Laura brings 30 years of full-charge bookkeeping experience with small businesses, with an emphasis on payroll processing, tax reporting, full-cycle accounts payable, and QuickBooks.
Nicole joined FRS in 2010 and brings deep experience in accounting administration and customer service. She's known for her warm personality and a real gift for making clients, partners, and colleagues feel welcome.
Guadalupe joined FRS as an intern in January 2024 and transitioned into a full-time Staff Accountant role after graduating cum laude from Fresno State with a B.S. in Business Administration – Accountancy Option.
A dedicated Fresno State student pursuing a degree in Accounting, Matt assists with a variety of client services, including tax preparation, financial statement analysis, payroll, and budgeting.
Mike retired in 2020 after 55 years of service. While no longer involved in day-to-day operations, he continues to serve the firm in an advisory capacity.
Every engagement is led by a partner and supported by a small, consistent team — the same faces every quarter, every filing, every conversation. It's the relationship-first way of working the Central Valley has always valued.