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Your Trusted Vancouver Accounting Partner
At CLBN LLP, we pride ourselves on being the accounting firm in Vancouver that businesses can rely on to improve their financial health. With decades of combined experience, our team of Chartered Professional Accountants (CPAs) specializes in tax planning, compliance, and assurance services tailored to privately held businesses and their shareholders. We offer compilation and review engagements that provide reliable financial statements, ensuring our clients can make informed decisions while adhering to Canadian GAAP standards. Our cloud-based back-office solutions streamline bookkeeping, payroll, and accounting system setups, allowing business owners to focus on growth. Backed by a reputation for expertise and objectivity, we deliver customized strategies to minimize tax liabilities, optimize cash flow, and support long-term succession planning.

Our clients span industries such as legal, medical, real estate, and technology, reflecting our commitment to understanding diverse business needs. By combining technical proficiency with personalized service, we act as a trusted virtual accounting department, ensuring deadlines are met and financial goals are achieved. Our teams background with Big Four firms ensures a high standard of service, while our local market knowledge allows us to address unique regional challenges. Whether assisting with grant applications, CRA audits, or estate planning, we prioritize transparency, reliability, and client satisfaction. Over the years, our dedication to simplifying complex tax and accounting processes has earned us the trust of businesses seeking both strategic and operational support.
Services
Tax Planning Compliance Services Compilation Engagement Review Engagement Cloud Accounting Payroll Services Estate Planning Business Valuations Grant Applications CRA Audit Support
Details
  • Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
  • We offer over 20 years of combined experience in tax planning and compliance.
  • Our team provides customized solutions tailored to unique business needs.
  • We specialize in industry-specific accounting for legal, medical, and tech sectors.
  • Our fast turnaround ensures timely financial reporting and decision-making support.
  • We combine Big Four expertise with personalized, local market insights.
Associations and certifications
  • CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant)
What people say
Trustworthy partners Exceptional professional advice Thorough and personable Willing to go the extra mile Highly recommend services
Services
Tax Planning & Compliance
Our tax planning services identify legal strategies to minimize liabilities while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations. We prepare T1, T2, and T3 returns, support CRA audits, and advise on reorganizations. Clients benefit from industry-specific expertise and proactive planning to reduce tax burdens.
Compilation Engagement
We prepare clear financial statements for internal use or GAAP compliance, focusing on accuracy and usability. This service helps businesses track performance and meet reporting requirements without the cost of audits.
Review Engagement
Our review engagements provide limited assurance on financial statements through analysis and management discussions. This cost-effective option enhances credibility for stakeholders while identifying areas for improvement.
Cloud Services/Back Office
We manage bookkeeping, payroll, and cloud accounting systems, enabling businesses to focus on growth. Our solutions include cash flow forecasting, compliance support, and scalable back-office infrastructure.
Estate & Succession Planning
We design strategies to minimize taxes during business transfers or estate settlements. Services include trust formulation, shareholder agreements, and inheritance planning to preserve wealth across generations.
People
Carrie Liu
CPA, CGA, TEP
Carrie holds a Bachelor of Engineering and over 20 years of public practice experience. She specializes in tax planning and financial reporting for privately held businesses across legal, medical, and tech industries.
Ben Nichol
CPA, CGA
Ben has two decades of entrepreneurial and accounting experience, advising owner-managed businesses on tax, estate planning, and advisory services. He supports clients in wholesale, retail, and nonprofit sectors.
Questions
What tax planning services do you offer?
We provide strategies to legally minimize tax liabilities, including corporate reorganizations, estate planning, and SR&ED credit applications.
Do you handle both personal and corporate tax filings?
Yes, we assist with T1, T2, T3 returns for individuals, corporations, and trusts, including resident and non-resident filings.
What is a compilation engagement?
A compilation engagement organizes financial data into statements without GAAP adherence, ideal for internal use or small businesses.
Are your review engagements cost-effective?
Yes, our review engagements offer limited assurance at lower costs compared to full audits, ensuring reliable financial statements.
Do you support business startups?
We assist with entity selection, software setup, and financial modeling to support new business formation and growth.
How do you ensure client confidentiality?
We adhere to strict professional standards and use secure cloud portals to protect all client financial data.