Business Details
Your Trusted Burlington Accountant for Business & Personal Tax Solutions
I am a Chartered Professional Accountant with over 15 years of experience serving small businesses and individuals in the Greater Toronto Area. My practice combines the technical expertise gained at PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP with personalized service tailored to each client's unique needs. I specialize in tax planning, financial statement preparation, and business advisory services, helping clients minimize liabilities while maximizing growth opportunities. My commitment to excellence is reflected in my memberships with the Canadian Institute of Chartered Professional Accountants and the Institute of Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario. As an active member of the Burlington Chamber of Commerce and treasurer of a social justice non-profit, I maintain deep community ties that enhance my understanding of local business challenges.My approach emphasizes clear communication, proactive advice, and leveraging technology to streamline accounting processes for busy professionals. With offices in Burlington and clients across Mississauga, Oakville, and surrounding areas, I provide accessible expertise that empowers clients to achieve their financial goals. My dragonboat racing background instills a competitive drive to deliver results while maintaining the precision required in tax and accounting matters.
Services
Tax Return Preparation
Financial Statement Preparation
Payroll Services
Business Structure Advice
Estate Planning
Highlights and features
- We provide personalized service combining big-firm expertise with local business understanding
- Our tax strategies help clients maximize savings while maintaining compliance
- We offer comprehensive business advisory services for all stages of company growth
- Our financial planning helps protect family assets and ensure comfortable retirement
- We maintain active community involvement through Burlington Chamber of Commerce participation
Associations and certifications
- Canadian Institute of Chartered Professional Accountants
- Institute of Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario
Services
Tax Return Preparation
We prepare personal, corporate, and trust tax returns while ensuring compliance with current legislation. Our service identifies all applicable tax savings opportunities through strategic planning. Clients receive clear explanations of their tax positions and proactive advice for future optimization.
Financial Statement Preparation
We create accurate financial statements for tax purposes and creditor requirements. Our work includes audit and review engagements that maintain transparency with stakeholders. This service helps businesses demonstrate financial health to potential investors and lending institutions.
Payroll Services
We handle complete payroll processing including source deduction calculations and T4 preparation. Our service ensures compliance with employment tax regulations while maintaining employee confidentiality. Clients receive timely submissions that prevent penalties and maintain government compliance.
Business Transition Planning
We advise on ownership transfer strategies that maximize returns while minimizing tax implications. Our service covers family business transfers and third-party sales with comprehensive transition roadmaps. Clients benefit from strategic timing advice to optimize their business exit outcomes.
Estate Planning
We develop strategies to protect assets and facilitate smooth intergenerational transfers. Our service integrates retirement savings optimization with tax-efficient estate planning. Clients receive customized solutions that balance family needs with regulatory requirements while ensuring long-term financial security.
People
Angus Shuttleworth CPA Professional
Chartered Professional Accountant - Owner
CPA with 15+ years experience advising small businesses. Former PwC auditor now serving GTA clients. Active in Burlington Chamber of Commerce and social justice non-profit work.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide financial statement preparation, tax compliance, payroll processing, business structure advice, and succession planning tailored to small business needs.
How do you help clients with tax planning?
We identify legitimate tax savings opportunities through strategic planning while ensuring full compliance with current tax legislation and regulations.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Burlington, Oakville, Mississauga, and surrounding Greater Toronto Area communities with local expertise.
Can you assist with business transition planning?
Yes, we develop customized succession strategies that maximize returns while minimizing tax implications during business ownership transfers.
What experience do you have?
15+ years of experience including work at PwC, serving as Burlington Chamber of Commerce member, and managing a social justice non-profit organization.
How do you handle payroll compliance?
We manage complete payroll processing with accurate source deduction calculations and timely T4 submissions that maintain government compliance.
