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Rest assured that when a need arises, our firm is ready and capable to handle everything for you so you can focus on what matters most to you.

Staff Profiles

Rizwan Chaudhry

Partner

Graduated from Simon Fraser University, Canada
Worked at “Big 4” Accounting Firm, Canada
Worked at CPA Firm, WA
Worked in Telecom, Logistics and High Tech firms
Past President of Washington Association of Accountants (NW Chapter)
Board Member of Washington Association of Accountants
QuickBooks ProAdvisor
IRS Volunteer – Conduct New Business Workshops through the NW Women’s Business Center
Over 18 years experience in the Accounting and Tax Field
Owned several successful small businesses

Email: rizwan@nwaccountants.com

Russell Raulston CPA

Graduated from University of Southern Mississippi
Worked at “Big 6” Accounting Firm, in Houston and New Orleans
Worked in Manufacturing, Oil and Gas, Construction and Wealth Management firms
Past President of New Orleans Oil and Gas Accountants Society
Board Member and Treasurer of Christ Episcopal High School
Recognized nationwide expert and presenter in POTW resource management
Developed technology and design approach to large scale public utility projects in Washington
Over 21 years’ experience in the Accounting, Financial Attest and Tax Field
Directed strategy of small manufacturing company to become competitive with world leaders

Email: russell@nwaccountants.com

Lourdes Adriana Hernandez

Staff Accountant

Graduated from University de Michoacan, Mexico
Was a Controller of an Import/Export company, Mexico
Worked at an Accounting Firm as a Senior Accountant, Mexico
Worked at Federal Health Department as an Accounting Assistant, Mexico
Tax Preparer at the Largest Tax Preparation Firm in the USA, WA
Worked at a Large Landscaping Firm as Payroll Assistance, WA
Successfully ran a small boutique Tax Preparation Firm, WA

Email: adriana@nwaccountants.com

Kenneth (“Ken”) M. Russell, CPA

Tax Manager

Ken has over 20 years of financial management and business operations experience. He is experienced in the financial services, liquor and spirits, software, medical, wholesale, distribution and manufacturing industries. His past experience includes: an auditor for Arthur Anderson, an internal controller for domestic and international subsidiaries for Seafirst Corporation, an operational and internal auditor for Wells Fargo Bank, a regional manager, overseeing accounting, sales and marketing, installation and support and operations for VantageMed Corporation and CFO for The Business Office, Inc.. He has been involved in several start ups and acquisitions as a CFO/controller and/or owner in the service, manufacturing, wholesale and distribution industries. Most recently he owned Access Accounting and Tax Services for 13 years.

Ken has a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) license in the state of Washington. He earned his BA in Accounting from the University of Washington.

Email: ken@nwaccountants.com

Denise D. Fulford-Foster, EA

Tax Advisor

25 years’ experience in tax preparation and advice
Work 24 years with one of the largest tax preparation firms
Enrolled Agent for 16 years
Taught Basic and Advanced tax preparation courses
Bookkeeping and Accounting Certificate, North Seattle College

Email: denise@nwaccountants.com

Kevin Breen

Tax Administrator

4 seasons of tax administration experience.
Over 20 years of experience in customer service including restaurant ownership in Seattle, WA.
Completed courses on canine behavior and nutrition.
Former musician (upright bassist).

Email: Kevin@nwaccountants.com