Vancouver, BC · Serving Small Business Since 2012

Clear Books.
Thoughtful Tax Planning.

Caribou Counts brings organized, CRA-aligned bookkeeping and tax support to small business owners across Vancouver and British Columbia. We work carefully, communicate plainly, and treat your finances with the attention they deserve.

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CRA-Compliant Filing

Cloud-Based Access

What We Offer

Services for Small Business Owners

Each service is structured to fit where you are in your business journey — from keeping daily records in order to planning ahead with intention.

Small Business Bookkeeping Essentials

A dependable monthly bookkeeping service for small business owners who want their financial records handled with care. Covers transaction recording, bank reconciliation, CRA-aligned expense categorization, and monthly income statements.

Up to 200 transactions per month
Cloud access at any time
Monthly summary email

CAD 195 /month Enquire

Corporate Tax Return & Compliance Filing

A careful and methodical tax filing service for Canadian-incorporated small businesses. Covers T2 corporate returns, GIFI, all supporting schedules, and HST/GST returns. A pre-submission consultation gives you the chance to review everything before it goes to the CRA.

Full T2 preparation & submission
HST/GST returns included
Pre-filing review session

CAD 520 /filing Enquire

Year-Round Tax Strategy & Wealth Structuring

A thoughtful advisory relationship for business owners who want well-considered financial decisions year-round. Covers salary-versus-dividend optimization, retained earnings planning, personal account contributions, and long-range succession considerations. Two formal sessions plus quarterly check-ins.

Tailored strategy document
Quarterly check-ins included
Ongoing email access between sessions

CAD 975 /year Enquire

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Why Caribou Counts

What Makes Our Approach Different

We built this practice around one straightforward idea: small business owners deserve accounting support that's genuinely organized, clearly explained, and reliably available.

CRA-Aligned from Day One

Every category and return we handle follows CRA requirements, so your records are organized the way the agency expects — no scrambling before deadlines.

Plain-Language Communication

Tax terminology can feel dense. We make a point of explaining your financial position in ordinary language, so you understand your business — not just your accountant.

Your Books, Always Accessible

We work in cloud-based software that gives you view access at any time. No waiting for a quarterly meeting to see where your cash flow stands.

Vancouver-Based, BC-Focused

We understand the local business landscape — from provincial filings to the kinds of small businesses that make Vancouver's commercial districts distinctive.

Year-Round, Not Just at Filing Time

Good financial management doesn't start in February. We support clients throughout the year so nothing important gets left to the last minute.

Confidential by Design

Your financial information is handled with strict discretion. We follow professional confidentiality standards across every engagement, without exception.

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Curious Whether Your Books Are Working for You?

A brief conversation can clarify a great deal. Reach out and we'll take the time to understand your situation before suggesting anything at all.

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Common Questions

What People Often Ask

A few of the questions we hear most often from business owners who are new to working with an accounting firm.

What size of business do you typically work with?

Most of our clients are incorporated small businesses with one to fifteen employees, operating in service, trades, retail, or professional industries across British Columbia. Our bookkeeping service suits businesses handling up to 200 transactions per month, and our advisory work is particularly relevant for businesses with annual revenues approaching or exceeding CAD 200,000.

What accounting software do you use?

We work primarily with QuickBooks Online and Xero — both of which support real-time collaboration and give you view access to your records at any time. If you're already working in different software, we're happy to discuss compatibility during an initial conversation.

How do you handle CRA correspondence or a review?

If you receive correspondence from the CRA regarding a return we've prepared, we'll work with you to respond appropriately. Well-organized records and accurate filings reduce the likelihood of queries, but should one arise, we won't leave you to navigate it on your own.

What documents will I need to share with you?

For bookkeeping, we typically need access to bank and credit card statements, business expense receipts, and any invoicing records you maintain. For tax filing, we'll also need prior year returns, your corporation's articles, and capital asset records. We provide a straightforward checklist at the start of each engagement.

How often will I hear from you about my books?

Bookkeeping clients receive a monthly summary email highlighting patterns in income and spending. If anything looks worth discussing — a shift in cash flow or an unusual expense category — we'll flag it proactively. You also have view access to your cloud records at any time.

When does it make sense to consider tax strategy planning?

Advisory work tends to become most valuable once your revenue has grown to a point where compensation structure and retained earnings choices have a meaningful impact. If you're not certain whether your current approach fits where your business is heading, that's often a reasonable time to have a preliminary conversation.

Is my financial information kept confidential?

Yes. We follow professional confidentiality standards across every engagement. Your financial records, business structure, and personal details are not shared with anyone outside your service scope — including with the CRA, except as part of the filings you have authorized us to submit on your behalf.

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1175 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC V6E 1B5

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Whether you have a specific question or want to talk through your current situation, we're here to listen first.

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Our Details

Phone

+1 (604) 482-7156

[email protected]

Address

1175 Robson Street
Vancouver, BC V6E 1B5

Office Hours (PST)

Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Saturday: By appointment (tax season)

Sunday: Closed

First-time enquiries are welcome. We'll do our best to respond within one business day and take the time to understand your situation before anything else.

Clear Books.Thoughtful Tax Planning.