Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Brooks, Alberta
Established in 1950, we are a full-service accounting firm serving Southern Alberta and Saskatchewan. Our team of Chartered Professional Accountants combines local expertise with decades of experience across diverse industries including agriculture, oil and gas, and nonprofit sectors. We deliver personalized financial solutions while maintaining rigorous professional standards. Our services span tax planning, audit engagements, and strategic business consulting tailored to individual and corporate needs. With two office locations and a client-centric approach, we prioritize long-term relationships built on trust and financial expertise.Our professionals hold advanced certifications and remain current with evolving tax regulations to ensure compliance and optimization. We differentiate ourselves through industry-specific knowledge in agricultural accounting programs like AgriStability and AgriInvest. Our consulting division addresses estate planning, business succession, and technology implementation challenges. Continuous professional development ensures our team maintains technical excellence while delivering practical financial guidance. This combination of experience, specialization, and community focus establishes us as trusted financial advisors in Western Canada.
Services
Accounting
Taxation
Agriculture Consulting
Estate Planning
Business Consulting
Payroll Services
Financial Statements
Audit Engagements
Bookkeeping
Farm Succession
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ years of combined accounting expertise in Western Canada's unique business environments
- Our team includes specialists certified in agricultural accounting programs and business succession planning
- We provide year-round tax compliance support with proactive optimization strategies
- Our consulting services include software implementation and business transition planning
- We maintain active involvement in local industry associations and professional development programs
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Professional Accountants
Services
Accounting
Our accounting services include financial statement preparation, audit engagements, and bookkeeping solutions. We serve businesses needing GAAP-compliant reporting and individuals requiring accurate financial records. Our team ensures proper documentation and regulatory compliance for all accounting needs.
Taxation
We provide comprehensive tax planning and preparation for individuals and businesses. Our services cover GST filings, payroll tax compliance, and strategic tax optimization. Certified professionals ensure accurate returns while maximizing allowable deductions and credits.
Agriculture Consulting
Specialized agricultural accounting services include AgriStability program participation, AgriInvest planning, and farm succession tax strategies. We help agricultural producers maintain financial health through government program optimization and industry-specific financial planning.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning consulting covers tax implications of asset transfers, trust establishment, and business succession strategies. We help clients navigate complex tax codes to minimize liabilities while ensuring smooth transitions for family-owned operations.
Business Consulting
We offer business consulting for software implementation, incorporation processes, and merger/acquisition strategies. Our advisors provide objective analysis for business decisions including technology upgrades, operational restructuring, and market expansion opportunities.
People
Jack Gerrard
CPA, CA Partner
Partner since 1992 with agricultural background and Bachelor of Management degree. Specializes in farm accounting and business tax planning for Western Canadian producers.
Carrie Gronemeyer
CPA, CA Partner
Partner since 2010 with expertise in agricultural accounting and business succession planning. Provides tax optimization strategies for family-owned operations across Alberta and Saskatchewan.
Ed Chapman
CPA, CA Partner
Certified accountant with decade of experience in business tax compliance and audit engagements. Focuses on oil & gas industry clients and small business financial reporting.
Robbie Hodgson
CPA, CA Partner
Agricultural and oilfield accounting specialist with experience in business consulting and technology implementation for Western Canadian enterprises.
Thomas Crews
CPA Professional Staff
Experienced accountant providing audit and tax services to diverse clients including nonprofits and professional service firms across Southern Alberta.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide financial statement preparation, audit engagements, bookkeeping, and payroll services for businesses and individuals.
Do you specialize in agricultural accounting?
Yes, we offer specialized services for agricultural clients including AgriStability program participation and farm succession planning.
How can your consulting services help my business?
Our consulting division assists with business succession planning, software implementation, and strategic decision-making for growth opportunities.
What tax services do you provide?
We handle personal and corporate tax returns, GST filings, payroll tax compliance, and year-round tax optimization planning.
Do you serve clients outside Brooks?
Yes, we serve clients throughout Southern Alberta and Saskatchewan from our two office locations.