Our firm offers a wide range of services to our individual and business clients. Our clients benefit from personalized, quality service that is beyond comparison. We have listed the services that we offer to our clients, together with a brief description. As the list below is by no means comprehensive, please feel free to inquire about a service if you do not see it listed.
Accounting Services
Providing financial information to our clients in a timely and accurate manner is a commitment that we feel cannot be compromised. Meaningful, well-organized financial records ensure that your business operations will run more efficiently on a daily basis. Our firm provides a full range of cost effective accounting services including the following:
- General ledger & financial statement preparation
- Bookkeeping (Monthly/Quarterly/Annual)
- Accounting system setup for new businesses
- Compilation of financial statements
[efaccordion id=”01″] [efitems title=”Bookkeeping” text=”Meaningful, well-organized financial records ensure that your business operations will run more efficiently on a daily basis and are the foundation of a successful business. Our qualified staff can assist you with the day-to-day tasks associated with bookkeeping.”] [efitems title=”Cash flow & Budgeting Analysis” text=”A business can be profitable and still run into trouble due to cash flow issues. We can forecast and evaluate your company’s financial condition, estimate financing requirements, and track cash-flow sources and uses.”] [efitems title=”Financial Forecasts & Projections” text=”Forecasting is a necessity when trying to effectively manage and lead a business to profitability. From simple projections to complex financial modeling, our experienced staff can assist you in achieving your company’s financial goals.”] [efitems title=”Financial Statements” text=”We can assist you in the preparation of your financial statements in accordance with professional standards, but express no opinion or any other form of assurance on the underlying information included in them. The financial statements produced can be a useful tool for management for making financial decisions.”] [efitems title=”Compilations” text=”We view our role in the financial reporting process as an opportunity to provide constructive solutions for maximizing your company’s profitability and efficiency.”][/efaccordion]
Consulting Services
We gauge our worth by the personal and business successes of our clients. We can help your business identify areas negatively affecting profitability and growth and develop solutions that are practical and technically sound. In addition to acting as a sounding board for management, we provide comprehensive, flexible strategies that address the issues affecting your business. The following are just a few of the areas in which we provide consulting services: Accounting software selection and implementation Business valuations Buying/selling a business Business process improvement Computer systems Financial & retirement planning Estate planning
[efaccordion id=”01″] [efitems title=”Business Succession Planning” text=”Effective transition of your business to your successors is critical to its continued prosperity. With a solid background in tax, succession and estate planning, and other financial matters, we are fully qualified to address the complex issues of business continuation.”] [efitems title=”Financial Planning” text=”A properly structured financial plan enables you to face any financial challenge that may present itself at each stage of your life. Through the financial planning process, we can help you assess your financial needs and develop strategies that will enable you to achieve your goals and strengthen your financial security.”] [efitems title=”Estate Planning” text=”Effective estate planning facilitates the orderly transfer of assets to your beneficiaries, provides security for your surviving spouse, and can reduce or eliminate the tax due on the transfer of your business and other assets. For business owners, providing for business continuity and succession of ownership is essential. We can guide you through the complex process of getting your financial affairs in order.”] [efitems title=”Investment Review” text=”As you develop your investment strategy, we will act as your sounding board. We can help you and your investment advisor structure an investment portfolio that takes into consideration the impact of taxes and produces a favorable after-tax return.”] [efitems title=”Accounting Software Selection & Implementation” text=”With the number of computerized accounting software packages available for small businesses and individuals growing every day, selecting one that is right for you has become increasingly difficult. As accounting professionals, we have knowledge of most programs, either through personal experience, or industry literature. Our experienced staff can help you choose and implement the system that best fits your needs.”] [efitems title=”Management Advisory Services” text=”Even the most qualified managers can benefit from competent, objective feedback. We can help your company’s management team develop long-term objectives and specific strategies to facilitate your business’ future growth and success.”] [efitems title=”Purchase and Sale of a Business” text=”Preparation and planning are key to the successful purchase or sale of a business. Our team can assist you with all aspects your transaction, including valuation, cash flow analysis, tax minimization and transition planning.”] [efitems title=”Retirement Planning” text=”Successful implementation and periodic review of your financial plan will ensure financial independence during your working years and through your retirement years.”] [efitems title=”Computer Consulting” text=”Whether you are contemplating the addition of new computer hardware or overhauling your network, our experienced staff can assist you with many of the difficult decisions that must be made when designing your business’s computer systems.”] [efitems title=”Debt & Financing Services” text=”Debt management and the evaluation of financing options are issues that an experienced professional deals with every day. Let us use our experience to assist you in securing financing for your personal or business needs or consolidating your current debt to a more manageable level.”][/efaccordion]
Other Services
Due to our diverse client base, we encounter a wide array of financial and tax issues. As a result, we have gained valuable experience over the years in numerous specialized areas, many of which are listed below. We feel our ability to provide such a variety of services reflects our versatility and competency, as well as our dedication to quality client service. Mergers & acquisitions Corporate recovery Asset protection Debt Management Business start-up or expansion Bankruptcies Litigation support Cash flow forecasting Employee benefit plans Expert witness services
[efaccordion id=”01″] [efitems title=”Flood Recovery Program” text=”Due to the recent flooding in Alberta. We offer flood recovery options and can assist with finding the proper resources to benefit you and your family.”] [efitems title=”Corporate Recovery” text=”Many promising businesses experience periods of financial stress. Our team of professionals can help you identify opportunities and risks, and assist with restructuring, refinancing, cash management and other services to help you put your business back on a sound financial footing.”] [efitems title=”Personal Debt Management” text=”Personal debt in Canada stands at a record high, and it is not unusual for individuals to experience temporary financial difficulties. We can help you recover your financial health by developing strategies for orderly retirement of debt, or, if necessary, implementing a personal bankruptcy. Our approachable staff will be happy to outline options, and explain what is involved.”] [efitems title=”Disaster Recovery Planning” text=”An unforeseen emergency, such as fire or natural disaster, can be devastating to your business. Our team of professionals will help you assess potential vulnerabilities and develop a plan to facilitate recovery from a crisis affecting your normal business operations.”] [efitems title=”Tax Services” text=”We prefer to take a proactive vs. reactive approach to tax services. By keeping current on new tax laws and legislation, we are in a position to identify key tax planning opportunities that minimize both your current and future tax liabilities. We provide our individual and business clients with the taxation expertise and knowledge that they deserve throughout the year. Tax services offered include, but are not limited to: Tax planning for individuals and corporations Return preparation for – Individuals – Corporations – Estates and trusts – Not-for-profit organizations Provincial and federal commodity tax planning and compliance Tax considerations in matrimonial settlements Tax effects of buying/selling a business Tax effective retirement and estate planning”] [efitems title=”Tax Planning & Preparation” text=”Tax planning and preparation form a winning combination for our successful individual and business clients. Our experienced staff can develop tax-minimization strategies to optimize your after-tax position.”] [efitems title=”U.S. and International Taxation” text=”A record number of Canadian businesses and individuals have cross-border interests. Our team of experts can assist you in understanding the tax rules that may affect those interests, and in planning accordingly.”] [efitems title=”Payroll Services” text=”As a business grows, it must hire more employees, which can result in increased payroll administration. We can assist you in implementing the controls necessary to ensure a reliable, efficient, and effective payroll system. Our firm can also help you develop a payroll system and prepare all necessary payroll tax returns in a timely manner.”] [efitems title=”Federal and Provincial Sales Tax (GST, HST, PST and QST)” text=”Many of our clients are responsible for collecting and submitting sales taxes in many different jurisdictions. We can assist your company in the compilation of information and preparation of sales tax returns, and in controlling your sales-tax-related costs.”] [efitems title=”Estate & Trust Tax Preparation” text=”Effective estate planning facilitates the orderly transfer of assets to your beneficiaries, provides security for your surviving spouse, and can reduce or eliminate the tax due on the transfer of your business and other assets. For business owners, providing for business continuity and succession of ownership is essential. We can guide you through the complex process of getting your financial affairs in order.”] [efitems title=”Immigration and Emigration” text=”Canadian tax law includes a number of special rules that apply to immigrants and emigrants. Our teams of experts are able to advise both individuals and corporations planning to establish or relinquish Canadian residency.”][/efaccordion]