I graduated from Ryerson University
in 1986 with a bachelor of business management. Although I
majored in Accounting/Finance (minor in Economics) my real interest
was in entrepreneurship, and the running and organizing of small
businesses.
My first—and last—job since graduation was general manager for SumQuest Software, a start-up company providing statistical and survey software to businesses and universities.
After a year at SumQuest, my wife and I purchased Work Crew, a small student service operation. Over the next three years we grew it to a successful 25-employee operation.
In 1990 the time had come to start a family, and Work Crew was sold. By a quirk of fate, our accountant asked me to help out for a couple of weeks...and the accounting seed was planted. Over the next several years I completed the courses and practical training required to get my Certified General Accountant designation.
In 1996, a newly minted CGA, I opened my accounting practice. My education, accounting training, and personal experience as an owner-manager means I understand the demands and opportunities private business owners face.
I love my work and enjoy helping my clients any way I can.
My Staff
John Birtwistle BBA, Accountant
John is a graduate of Wilfrid Laurier University’s Bachelor of Business Administration program, where he specialized in Accounting.
John successfully passed the 2011 Uniform Final Evaluation, the last of the professional exams required to become a CA. He is on track to attaining his Chartered Accountant (CA) designation in 2012.
John has several years of experience in helping owner-managed companies deal with their personal and corporate taxation issues. He thrives on client service and is happy to support clients achieve their business goals.
In his spare time John enjoys playing hockey (as a goaltender), golf, baseball, and a variety of racquet sports. He also spends his spare time travelling, reading and attending concerts and sporting events around Toronto.
Kate Tanner, Bookkeeper
After doing her own books for a decade, Kate sold her business
and made the transition to full-time bookkeeping in 2000.
Kate specializes in QuickBooks and PCLaw, and has dozens of clients she services both on site, and in our offices.