🦌 Caribou Counts
Vancouver accounting office
Our Services

Accounting & Tax Solutions
Structured Around You

Three carefully considered services for Vancouver small businesses — each designed to fit where your business actually is, not where it's assumed to be.

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How We Work

A Measured, Consistent Approach

At Caribou Counts, each engagement begins with understanding where your business stands — not with assumptions. We take time to review your current records, understand your structure, and identify the areas where clear, consistent accounting will serve you most.

Whether you need monthly bookkeeping to keep your records tidy, a thorough tax return handled with care, or a longer-term advisory relationship, our process is the same: attentive, methodical, and always aligned with CRA requirements and BC business norms.

1

Initial review & onboarding

We assess your current records, software, and financial goals before any work begins.

2

Scoped engagement setup

A clear scope is agreed upon — no hidden extras, no vague deliverables.

3

Ongoing communication

You receive regular updates, summaries, and access to ask questions as they arise.

4

Annual review & adjustment

Each year, we revisit your needs to ensure the right level of service continues to fit.

Our Core Standards

  • CRA-aligned record keeping

    All bookkeeping and filing follows current CRA guidelines and BC provincial requirements.

  • Cloud-based & accessible

    Your records live in secure cloud software — accessible when you need them, backed up always.

  • Clear, plain-language communication

    No accounting jargon without explanation. We make sure you understand your own numbers.

  • Confidentiality & data security

    Your financial information is handled with strict confidentiality and secure data practices.

  • Filing deadlines respected

    We track your deadlines so you don't have to worry about late filings or penalty exposure.

Bookkeeping service
Service 01

Small Business Bookkeeping Essentials

CAD 195 / month

A dependable monthly bookkeeping service built for small business owners who want their financial records handled with care and consistency. Your books are maintained in cloud-based software, giving you view access at any time — and a monthly summary email highlights noteworthy patterns in your spending and income.

  • Day-to-day transaction recording
  • Bank reconciliation across multiple accounts
  • Expense categorization aligned with CRA requirements
  • Monthly income statements and balance sheets
  • Monthly financial summary email with spending insights
  • Suited for businesses processing up to 200 transactions per month

Well suited for: Small business owners and sole proprietors who want a steady, reliable view of their financial position without requiring daily personal involvement in their own books.

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Service 02

Corporate Tax Return & Compliance Filing

CAD 520 / filing

A careful and methodical tax filing service for Canadian-incorporated small businesses. Prior to filing, a line-by-line review is conducted to identify all applicable deductions and credits relevant to your industry and structure — so nothing is left on the table through oversight.

  • Full T2 corporate tax return preparation and CRA submission
  • All supporting schedules and the General Index of Financial Information (GIFI)
  • Applicable provincial returns included
  • HST/GST return preparation and filing
  • Pre-submission consultation — review the return and ask questions before filing
  • Industry-specific deduction and credit identification

Well suited for: Incorporated small businesses seeking accuracy and clarity in their annual tax obligations — particularly those who value understanding their tax position before submission.

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Corporate tax filing
Tax strategy and wealth structuring
Service 03

Year-Round Tax Strategy & Wealth Structuring

CAD 975 / year

A thoughtful advisory relationship for business owners interested in making well-considered financial decisions throughout the year rather than only at tax time. The engagement begins with a full review of your business structure, compensation methods, and personal financial goals — then builds from there.

  • Tailored strategy document: salary-vs-dividend optimization, retained earnings planning
  • Personal registered account contributions relative to business cash flow
  • Long-range succession considerations
  • Two formal advisory sessions per year
  • Quarterly check-ins and ongoing email access for emerging questions
  • Structured for businesses with annual revenues above CAD 200,000

Well suited for: Established small business owners who want a measured, ongoing approach to financial structuring — rather than discovering options only during annual tax preparation.

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Which Service Fits Your Situation?

Each service addresses a different stage and need. This overview may help clarify which one aligns with where your business currently stands.

Feature Bookkeeping
CAD 195/mo		 Corporate Tax Filing
CAD 520/filing		 Tax Strategy & Structuring
CAD 975/yr
Monthly record-keeping
Bank reconciliation
T2 corporate return filing
HST/GST return filing
Pre-filing consultation
Year-round advisory access
Compensation structuring advice
Quarterly check-ins
Succession & long-range planning
Best for New & growing businesses needing tidy monthly records Incorporated businesses with annual filing obligations Established businesses wanting ongoing financial clarity
Standards & Practice

What Every Engagement Includes

Regardless of which service you select, these principles apply across all our work.

Dedicated Point of Contact

You work with one person, not a different staff member each time. Consistency in communication matters.

Confidential Handling

All financial information is treated with the same confidentiality standards expected of professional accounting practice.

Deadline Tracking

CRA filing deadlines, remittance dates, and instalment schedules are monitored as part of every engagement.

Readable Reporting

Reports and summaries are written for business owners, not accountants. Plain language, clear structure.

Current with CRA Changes

Regulatory updates from the CRA and BC provincial authorities are reviewed regularly and applied to your files.

Responsive Communication

Questions receive thoughtful responses within one business day. We don't leave you waiting when something needs clarification.

Transparent Pricing

Clear Fees, No Surprises

Our pricing reflects the scope of each engagement. All amounts are in Canadian dollars and do not include applicable taxes.

Bookkeeping Essentials

$195 CAD / month

Billed monthly. No long-term commitment required to get started.

  • Monthly transaction recording
  • Bank reconciliation
  • CRA-aligned categorization
  • Monthly financial statements
  • Monthly summary email
  • Cloud software access
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Corporate Tax Filing

$520 CAD / filing

Annual engagement. Additional filings quoted separately if applicable.

  • T2 corporate return & submission
  • GIFI and schedules included
  • Provincial returns included
  • HST/GST return filing
  • Pre-submission consultation
  • Deduction & credit review
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Tax Strategy & Structuring

$975 CAD / year

Annual advisory relationship. Suited for revenues above CAD 200,000.

  • Full structure & goals review
  • Tailored strategy document
  • Salary-vs-dividend guidance
  • Two formal advisory sessions
  • Quarterly check-ins
  • Ongoing email access
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Ready When You Are

Not sure which service fits best?

That's a reasonable place to be. Reach out with a brief description of your situation and we'll suggest the most appropriate starting point — with no pressure and no obligation to proceed.

Get in Touch +1 (604) 482-7156