Business Details
Your Trusted Accountant in North Vancouver, BC
Zhao & Associate CPA CA is a boutique accounting firm founded by Jane Zhao, a Chartered Professional Accountant with over 15 years of experience in public accounting and tax. Our firm combines the rigor of training at global firms like EY Canada and Collins Barrow with a personalized approach to client relationships. We specialize in corporate and personal tax filing, financial statement preparation, and strategic tax planning for small business owners, professionals, and new immigrants.Our commitment to accessibility ensures clients receive timely responses, while our selective client base allows us to maintain premium service quality. We prioritize building trust through transparency, human connection, and tailored financial solutions that extend beyond mere compliance.
Services
Corporate Tax Filing
Personal Tax Filing
Payroll Services
Bookkeeping
GST Application
Tax Planning
Financial Statements
Non-Resident Tax Services
Accounting Consulting
Highlights and features
- We have 15+ years of experience in public accounting and tax compliance.
- Our founder trained at global firms EY Canada and Collins Barrow.
- We provide timely client support with email responses within hours.
- We specialize in tax planning for small businesses and professionals.
- We build long-term relationships through personalized financial strategies.
Associations and certifications
- CPA
- CA
What people say
Knowledgeable and efficient
Quick to respond
Personalized service
Tax planning expertise
Trusted advisor
Services
Corporate Tax Filing
We prepare and file corporate tax returns while optimizing tax-saving opportunities for small businesses. Our expertise includes year-end financial statements, GST/HST compliance, and strategic planning to minimize liabilities. Clients benefit from our proactive approach to identifying deductions and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Personal Tax Filing
Our personal tax services cater to individuals, new immigrants, and non-residents with complex reporting needs. We handle T1 returns, foreign income disclosures, and cross-border tax issues while providing clear explanations to maximize refunds and ensure compliance with CRA regulations.
Tax Planning
We develop customized tax strategies for businesses and professionals to reduce liabilities through legitimate deductions and structural optimizations. Our planning includes incorporation advice, income-splitting opportunities, and long-term compliance frameworks tailored to client-specific circumstances.
Bookkeeping
We maintain accurate financial records and streamline bookkeeping processes for small businesses. Our services include payroll processing, T4/T5 slip preparation, and month-end reporting to ensure organized financial data that supports informed business decisions.
Non-Resident Tax Services
We assist non-residents with Canadian tax obligations, including property disposition reporting (T2062), rental income compliance (NR4/NR6), and clearance certificates. Our solutions address cross-border complexities while ensuring adherence to CRA requirements for foreign taxpayers.
People
Jane Zhao
Founder & CPA
Jane Zhao, CPA, CA, has 15+ years of experience in public accounting, previously working at EY Canada and Collins Barrow. She founded her firm to provide personalized tax and accounting services, combining big-firm expertise with client-centric service. Her focus on building trust through transparency and accessibility has earned consistent client praise.
Questions
What accounting services do you specialize in?
We specialize in corporate and personal tax filing, financial statement preparation, payroll services, GST/HST applications, and tax planning for small businesses, professionals, and new immigrants.
How do you handle complex tax situations?
Our experience with cross-border tax issues, non-resident filings, and business incorporations allows us to resolve complex scenarios through strategic planning and thorough documentation.
Are you available for urgent tax matters?
We prioritize timely responses, typically replying to emails within hours, and accommodate urgent filings with our streamlined remote processes.
What sets your firm apart from larger accounting firms?
We offer personalized service with direct access to the same experienced accountant, avoiding the 'high-fee, low-attention' model of larger firms while maintaining technical excellence.
Do you work with remote clients outside Vancouver?
Yes, we serve clients across Canada and internationally through secure digital processes while maintaining local service standards for North Shore clients.
