Business Details
9 Years
experience
Trusted Accounting Services in Calgary
At Nilson & Associates, we prioritize your individual financial needs to effectively manage both personal and business tax matters. Our team of experts delivers top-tier tax advice to ensure you never overpay, preparing and filing personalized tax returns after thorough consultations. As a recognized public accounting firm, we specialize in helping small to medium businesses navigate complex financial documents, file corporate taxes, and maintain accurate bookkeeping and payroll records. We extend our expertise to rental property owners and non-residents, offering tailored tax solutions while preparing to launch specialized US tax services.With over two decades of experience, our CPA-certified professionals provide meticulous attention to detail, proactive CRA support, and community-focused service. Our commitment to transparency ensures no hidden fees, while our team's extensive knowledge of Canadian and US tax systems delivers comprehensive financial guidance. We serve individuals and businesses alike, combining technical expertise with personalized care to optimize your financial outcomes.
Services
Individual Taxes
Corporate Tax Filing
Monthly Bookkeeping
Rental Property Tax
Payroll Services
CRA Audit Support
Non-Resident Tax
US Tax Services
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized tax sessions tailored to individual needs
- Our CPA-certified team handles complex financial documents with expertise
- 20+ years of experience in Canadian and US tax systems
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees or surprises
- Proactive CRA issue resolution and ongoing client support
Associations and certifications
- CPA
What people say
Great Experience
Professional and supportive staff
Amazing job handling corporate tax
Full peace of mind
Highly recommend
Services
Individual Taxes
We prepare and file personalized individual tax returns through detailed consultations. Our CPA-certified experts ensure compliance while identifying legitimate deductions to minimize tax liability. Clients receive comprehensive guidance for both current and future tax planning needs.
Corporate Tax Filing
Our firm handles complete corporate tax preparation and filing for small to medium businesses. We maintain accurate financial records, prepare T2 returns, and ensure compliance with CRA requirements. Our services include corporate tax planning and audit support.
Monthly Bookkeeping
We provide ongoing bookkeeping services including accounts payable/receivable management, payroll processing, and financial statement preparation. Our system ensures accurate records for tax compliance and business decision-making throughout the year.
Rental Property Tax
Specialized tax services for rental property owners cover expense tracking, depreciation claims, and income reporting. We ensure compliance with CRA regulations while optimizing tax benefits specific to real estate investments.
US Tax Services
Upcoming services will address US tax requirements for Canadian residents and businesses. Our team combines local expertise with international tax knowledge to navigate complex cross-border compliance issues for individuals and corporations.
People
Sally Nilson
Founder & CPA
20+ year accounting veteran and former CGA Calgary Chapter treasurer. Specializes in personalized tax solutions and community volunteer programs. Founded Nilson & Associates to combine technical expertise with client-focused service.
Michelle Li
Accountant
Dual Canadian-US accounting expertise with SAIT diploma and volunteer experience. Pursuing CPA designation while providing cross-border tax solutions to clients.
Chi Luong
Accountant
Recent accounting graduate with practical experience in financial documentation. Currently pursuing CPA designation while supporting clients with bookkeeping and tax preparation needs.
Mimi Tang
Marketing Coordinator
Public relations student managing digital marketing initiatives. Combines creative writing skills with accounting industry knowledge to enhance client communication and service visibility.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide personal tax returns, corporate tax filing, monthly bookkeeping, payroll services, rental property tax, and upcoming US tax solutions for Calgary businesses and individuals.
Do you handle cross-border tax issues?
Yes, we currently assist with Canadian tax requirements for US citizens and will soon expand to comprehensive US tax services with specialized expertise.
How do you handle CRA audits?
Our team provides full CRA audit support including documentation preparation, representation, and resolution assistance to ensure compliance and minimize financial impact.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, bank transfers, and cheques. Payment options are discussed during initial consultations to accommodate client preferences.
Reviews (4)
Just Jacy
Jun 10, 2020
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Called to request a quotation for their tax services. They told me I had to come in. We are in the midst of a pandemic but I went in. They asked me about my amount of T4s and I told them. They gave me their price and it was too high for me. I asked why they couldn't have told me that over the phone and they just stared at me. Didn't even apologize as I left. Pure trash.
Cal Watson
Jan 31, 2019
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I got great and personable service here. They made sure my taxes were done to perfection and I am thankful for all of their help! Definitely worth it!
Jason Cihelka
Sep 09, 2018
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Sally and her team did an amazing job with my corporate and personal taxes! Highly recommend. They made sure I was informed every step of the way, and even handled something that came up after the taxes were filed. \
B.
Sep 23, 2017
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If I could give negative stars I would. I was referred here by someone that does a lot of business with them....not sure why after the experience of getting my taxes done with them. Charging me $260 bucks to do straight forward taxes that have been done by H&R block for the past decade in 15-20 minutes. Claiming that they have way more work to do with it. Not only could the first girl Michelle, not answer any questions for me, she told me to speak to Sally. When I just spoke to Sally, she immediately raised her voice at me and started yelling at me and then HUNG UP ON ME as I'm asking her how it
