Business Details
39 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting & Tax Solutions for Small Businesses
Proactive Accountants is a team of dedicated professionals committed to empowering small businesses in Langley, BC, and surrounding areas. We prioritize understanding each client's unique vision, goals, and challenges to deliver tailored financial solutions. Our services span tax preparation, bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, real-time accounting, and business consulting, all supported by cloud-based technology for efficiency and accuracy.With decades of local expertise and a focus on compliance, we help businesses navigate complex regulatory landscapes while optimizing financial outcomes. Our proactive approach ensures clients receive year-round strategic guidance, audit readiness, and personalized support to foster sustainable growth in today's dynamic business environment.
Services
Tax Preparation
Financial Statements
Online Bookkeeping
Real-Time Accounting
Automated Payroll
Mergers & Acquisition Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized tax strategies tailored to Surrey and Langley's local business landscape.
- Our team uses cloud accounting tools for real-time financial visibility and accuracy.
- We provide year-round compliance monitoring to reduce audit risks and penalties.
- Our accountants bring decades of local experience serving diverse industries in BC.
- We combine technical expertise with empathetic service to address client-specific concerns.
Services
Tax Preparation
Our Tax Preparation services in Surrey and Langley provide tailored solutions for businesses and individuals. We specialize in T1, T3, estate, and non-profit tax returns, ensuring compliance with CRA regulations while optimizing savings. By combining local industry expertise with proactive year-round planning, we help clients minimize liabilities, navigate audits, and leverage deductions aligned with their unique financial circumstances.
Online Bookkeeping
Proactive Accountants offers cloud-based Online Bookkeeping services designed for small businesses in BC. Using QuickBooks Online and Xero, we deliver real-time financial data synchronization, secure document management, and CRA-compliant reporting. Our personalized approach ensures accurate bank reconciliations, GST/PST filings, and payroll processing, freeing clients to focus on growth while maintaining audit-ready records.
Real-Time Accounting
Our Real-Time Accounting services integrate cloud technology with personalized advisory for Langley and Surrey businesses. Automated bank feeds, instant financial reporting, and proactive compliance monitoring enable data-driven decision-making. We specialize in bridging business and personal financial planning, offering scalable solutions that grow with clients' evolving needs while ensuring CRA compliance and tax optimization.
Automated Payroll
We provide secure Automated Payroll services tailored to BC businesses, ensuring compliance with federal and provincial regulations. Our system handles CPP, EI, income tax deductions, and electronic tax filings while offering employee self-service portals for pay stubs and T4s. By integrating payroll with accounting systems, we streamline labor cost tracking and improve cash flow management for growing businesses.
Financial Statements
Proactive Accountants prepares CRA-compliant financial statements including Notice to Reader and Review Engagements. We collaborate closely with clients during preparation to incorporate tax planning opportunities and audit-proofing strategies. Our financial reporting supports corporate tax return (T2) preparation and provides actionable insights for businesses seeking financing or strategic growth decisions.
People
Stephen Plant
Managing Director
Stephen Plant founded Proactive Accountants in 1987 and brings over 35 years of local accounting expertise. He specializes in strategic tax planning and business growth consulting for Langley-based enterprises.
Harvinder Khangura
Partner
Harvinder Khangura partners with Surrey businesses on tax compliance and incorporation strategies. With 15+ years at Proactive Accountants, he focuses on delivering industry-specific solutions for contractors and real estate professionals.
Virginia Plant
Senior Tax Consultant
Virginia Plant specializes in personal tax planning and estate filings. Her 20-year career at Proactive Accountants has made her a trusted advisor for Langley families and dual-income households seeking tax optimization.
Marie Thompson
Tax Supervisor
Marie Thompson leads our tax compliance team with expertise in non-profit and trust tax returns. She ensures accuracy across complex filings while mentoring junior accountants in CRA audit defense strategies.
Sukhdeep Sidhu
Accounting Technician
Sukhdeep Sidhu manages day-to-day bookkeeping operations with proficiency in QuickBooks and Xero integrations. He supports clients with GST/PST filings and payroll processing while ensuring CRA compliance.
Questions
What tax services do you offer for Surrey businesses?
We provide comprehensive tax preparation for T1, T3, estates, trusts, and non-profits, along with year-round compliance monitoring, audit defense, and incorporation guidance tailored to Surrey's business landscape.
How does your online bookkeeping service work?
Our cloud-based system integrates with QuickBooks Online and Xero to offer real-time financial data, automated reconciliations, secure document storage, and CRA-compliant reporting accessible from any device.
Do you support businesses during tax audits?
Yes, we provide full audit rescue services including CRA communication, document preparation, and representation to ensure your interests are protected throughout the audit process.
Can you help with payroll tax filings?
Our automated payroll services handle CPP, EI, and income tax deductions with electronic tax filings, ensuring compliance while offering employee self-service portals for pay stub access.
How do you ensure data security for accounting services?
We use encrypted cloud platforms, secure client portals, and Canadian data centers with multi-factor authentication to protect financial information and maintain CRA compliance.
