Business Details
Trusted Bookkeeping & Tax Solutions for Canadian Small Businesses
Admin Advantage provides trusted, certified accounting services tailored to meet both corporate and personal needs. With over 20 years of experience, our team specializes in cloud-based bookkeeping, tax preparation, advisory services, and customized QuickBooks training. We serve clients across Canada from our offices in Nanaimo, BC, and Beaumont, Alberta. Our founder, Laura Banick, CPB, RPB, brings practical solutions and a no-nonsense approach to small business financial management. We work with diverse industries including construction, manufacturing, restaurants, and service-based businesses.Our commitment to clear communication ensures clients understand their financial position without jargon. As a paperless office, we prioritize digital efficiency and security through encrypted platforms and CRA-compliant portals. Our team includes Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisors dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs with tailored financial support. Clients consistently highlight our reliability, expertise, and ability to simplify complex financial processes. We focus on maximizing deductions while minimizing stress through transparent pricing and personalized service.
Services
Bookkeeping Services
Tax Preparation
Payroll Services
Catch-up Bookkeeping
QuickBooks Training
Highlights and features
- Over 20 years of experience in small business accounting
- Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisors with industry-specific expertise
- Cloud-based solutions for secure, real-time financial management
- Personalized training to empower business owners
- Proven track record with diverse industries including construction and retail
Associations and certifications
- Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor
- Certified Professional Bookkeeper (CPB)
- Registered Professional Bookkeeper (RPB)
What people say
Highly recommend
Expertise
Clear communication
Reliable support
Stress-free process
Services
Bookkeeping Services
Our cloud-based bookkeeping services ensure accurate financial tracking through QuickBooks Online. We handle monthly reconciliations, reporting, and CRA filings for businesses of all sizes. Our team provides ongoing support to maintain organized records and maximize tax deductions.
Tax Preparation
We offer CRA-compliant tax preparation for individuals and small businesses. Services include T1 returns, rental property filings, and business tax returns with expert guidance on deductions. Secure digital submission and clear explanations simplify the process.
Payroll Services
Comprehensive payroll solutions include direct deposit setup, government remittances, and employee portals. We handle bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payrolls with CRA slip filings and WCB reporting for Alberta businesses.
Catch-up Bookkeeping
We restore financial order for overdue records through systematic cleanup. Our process includes transaction categorization, account reconciliation, and implementation of ongoing systems to prevent future disorganization for stressed business owners.
QuickBooks Training
Personalized QuickBooks training sessions teach efficient software use for business owners. We cover setup, transaction recording, and reporting features to build confidence in managing financial records independently with ongoing support options.
People
Laura Banick
Founder
Laura Banick, CPB, RPB, has over 20 years of experience empowering entrepreneurs with financial clarity. She specializes in cloud-based bookkeeping solutions and has helped diverse industries streamline their accounting processes through practical, no-nonsense approaches.
Yana Mazun
QuickBooks Expert
Yana Mazun, a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor, brings global perspective and detail-oriented expertise to bookkeeping. With technical proficiency and client-focused service, she helps businesses achieve financial organization and confidence through tailored accounting solutions.
Questions
What accounting software do you support?
We specialize in QuickBooks Online and Desktop versions, including Enterprise. Our team provides setup, cleanup, and advanced usage support for optimal software implementation.
How do you handle tax filings for remote clients?
We securely process returns nationwide using encrypted portals. Clients upload documents digitally, receive electronic summaries, and sign filings remotely through Adobe Acrobat Sign.
Can you help with overdue bookkeeping?
Yes, our catch-up service systematically organizes backlogged records. We implement ongoing systems to maintain financial order and prevent future disorganization for stressed business owners.
What tax services do you offer?
We prepare personal returns, small business T2125 filings, rental property returns, and handle CRA compliance. Services include maximizing deductions and resolving past filing issues.
How are your bookkeeping fees structured?
Monthly packages start at $250 for up to 50 transactions. Pricing scales with business complexity, with custom solutions available for unique accounting needs beyond standard packages.
Do you offer training for business owners?
Yes, we provide hands-on QuickBooks training sessions tailored to your learning style. Options include core feature walkthroughs and advanced usage for independent financial management.
