Hector Frietze, CPA  (En Español)
International Tax Partner
hector.frietze@padgett-cpa.com

Hector has over 20 years of experience as a tax and business advisor to private and publicly-held corporations in manufacturing, wholesale distribution, and certain high-tech industries. He serves as partner-in-charge of the firm’s international practice, offering extensive international tax experience, particularly with respect to doing business in Mexico and foreign investors with cross-border transactions in the U.S.

SPECIALIZED AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Tax advisor for manufacturers and wholesale distributors.
• Advisor regarding off-shore operations, including establishment and management of maquiladora manufacturing operations in Mexico.
• U.S. and Mexican transfer pricing studies for intercompany transactions.
• IRS exams regarding foreign-owned businesses.
• U.S. and foreign tax return preparation for international “expatriates”.
• Tax and business planning for owner-managed businesses.

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

• Key tax advisor to numerous U.S. companies doing business in Mexico, including manufacturers, real estate investors, contractors, attorneys, and other professional service providers.
• In charge of U.S. corporate and executive tax services in Mexico City for an international accounting firm.
• Fluent in Spanish, including frequent speaking presentations to professional groups and universities in Mexico.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
• Texas Society of Certified Public Accountants.
• Free Trade Alliance San Antonio – Treasurer and Board Member.
• San Antonio Manufacturers Association.
• San Antonio Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
• North San Antonio Chamber of Commerce.