Your Partner in Simplifying Canadian Income Tax Compliance and Advisory
At Andersen in Canada, we go beyond compliance to provide tailored tax solutions that meet our client’s unique business objectives. From taking care of all required tax filings to preparing accurate financial tax provisions and advising on Canadian corporate tax matters, our team is committed to providing “Best in class” services to all our clients. With a deep understanding of the Canadian Income Tax Act and Regulations and decades of combined experience, we empower businesses to simplify compliance, address complex tax challenges, and seize opportunities for growth.
Whether you require expert support for corporate tax compliance, seamless tax provision preparation and review, comprehensive assistance with non-resident tax obligations, or any other tax advisory assistance, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.
Andersen’s Canadian tax proposition: “Being your tailored tax function business partner”
Our Services
Canadian Tax Planning
Managing and optimizing the overall tax position of a group is one of the key value drivers of a business these days. At Andersen in Canada we provide tax planning solutions that are in line with your business functions and objectives with a focus on maximizing the entity’s shareholder’s value.
- Perform tax strategic reviews and tax health assessments to help identify the most appropriate tax strategies tailored to your businesses’ most urgent needs.
- Design innovative tax planning ideas that are the most optimal from a cashflow and financial reporting’s perspective.
- Partner with clients’ legal advisors and other stakeholders at the tax planning implementation stage to ensure that the tax planning we put in place is appropriately reflected and supported with legal documentation.
Why It Matters: Our expertise allows clients to take advantage of tax planning ideas tailored to their needs while our in-depth technical knowledge of the various changing tax laws and landscapes helps clients to seize opportunities on a timely manner. Our continuous presence during the tax planning lifecycle permits clients to mitigate tax risks every step of the way from the implementation portion to, if required, review defense.
Technical Interpretation and Ruling Requests
Accounting for income taxes play a crucial role in financial reporting. We understand the provision process and have extensive experience working with our clients’ review teams, typically from Big 4 Accounting firms, other national/international firms and regional accounting firms.
- Prepare and review of current and deferred tax provisions (US GAAP, IFRS, ASPE) including related Tax Notes and other financial statements disclosures.
- Assist clients with Uncertain Tax Positions documentation.
- Help clients prepare documentation in support of the recognition of Deferred Tax Assets.
- Work directly with the client’s tax provision audit team which allows the client to focus on other tasks and ensures a smoother seamless review process.
Why It Matters: Our experienced team delivers the highest level of quality of tax provision preparation and review work, which ensures that our client’s tax provision calculations and supporting documentation meet both their expectations and those of their review firm.
Canadian Tax Compliance
Staying compliant with corporate tax obligations is crucial for avoiding penalties and ensuring financial transparency. Our team handles your corporate tax compliance needs with precision and efficiency.
- Preparation and filing of corporate tax returns (T2) and related forms.
- Preparation and filing of partnership information tax returns (T5013) and related forms.
- Preparation and filing of Trusts tax returns (T3) and related forms.
- Any assistance with Provincial or other federal tax regulations’ compliance obligations.
Why It Matters: Reduce internal workload, minimize review risks, and maintain peace of mind.
Indirect Tax Advisory Services
Any questions about Canadian taxes (personal, corporate, partnership, trusts, etc.)? We provide clear and accurate answers tailored to your specific situation.
- Consultation on various Corporate, partnership or other tax reorganizations (from initial structuring to unwind) and their implications.
- Assistance with tax residency determination and cross-border tax obligations.
- Updates on legislative changes affecting our client’s situation and responsibilities.
Why It Matters: Gain clarity, avoid compliance missteps, and allow you to make informed decisions.
Our Canadian Tax Professionals
Maxime Blais, CPA, LL.M.Fisc.
Montreal
Senior Manager
Zach Bronstein, CPA, CA, B.Com
Calgary
Director
Steven Flynn, CPA, CA, CPA (Washington)
Vancouver
Partner
Danny Guerin, CPA, CA, LL. M.Fisc.
Montreal
Partner
Shan Lu, CPA, IRS Enrolled Agent
Vancouver
Director, Tax
Philip Mei, CPA, CGA, CPA (New Hampshire), TEP
Calgary
Partner
Atif Mir, MTax
Calgary
Director, Tax
