Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in Victoria
Since 1991, Chan & Associates has been a trusted provider of accounting and tax services in Victoria, BC. Our team of five Chartered Professional Accountants brings over 25 years of combined experience, serving individuals and businesses across diverse industries including real estate, construction, hospitality, and not-for-profit organizations. We specialize in personalized solutions, offering services ranging from tax preparation and bookkeeping to audit engagements and cross-border tax planning.Our commitment to client relationships is reflected in our multilingual capabilities (English, Mandarin, Cantonese) and our focus on timely, efficient service delivery. With deep local expertise and a track record of supporting business growth, we prioritize transparency and reliability in all our professional interactions.
Services
Personal Tax
Corporate Tax
Payroll Services
Bookkeeping
Auditing
Financial Statements
GST/PST Filings
US Tax Returns
Tax Planning
Business Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience serving Victoria businesses and individuals
- Our team includes five Chartered Professional Accountants with industry-specific expertise
- We offer personalized service in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese
- We specialize in cross-border tax planning and compliance
- Our local industry knowledge spans real estate, construction, and hospitality sectors
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA)
What people say
Professionalism and response time
24% growth and worldwide coverage
Organized our financial systems
Reliable tax compliance solutions
Multilingual communication support
Services
Personal Tax
We prepare and file individual income tax returns for Canadian and US taxpayers. Our experts handle complex personal tax situations including cross-border compliance. Clients benefit from strategic tax planning to minimize liabilities while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Corporate Tax
Comprehensive corporate tax services including T2 filings, quarterly instalments, and tax provision calculations. We specialize in small business tax optimization and multi-jurisdictional reporting requirements. Our approach ensures timely compliance with CRA and international tax authorities.
Bookkeeping
We provide complete bookkeeping solutions from daily transaction recording to financial statement preparation. Our services include accounts payable/receivable management and payroll processing. Clients receive accurate, up-to-date financial records to support business decision-making.
Auditing
Our CPA-led audit services cover compilation, review, and assurance engagements. We serve not-for-profits, owner-managed businesses, and organizations requiring regulatory compliance audits. Our process ensures financial transparency and meets stakeholder requirements.
Payroll Services
Complete payroll management including wage calculations, tax deductions, and government remittances. We handle CRA reporting requirements and year-end T4 processing. Clients receive compliance assurance and timely payroll disbursements.
People
Thomas Chan
Founder & CPA
Chartered Accountant since 1981 with 32+ years in Victoria. Specializes in business tax and audits. Active community leader with board memberships in multiple local organizations.
Jeety Bhalla
CPA, CA
1985 Deloitte alumnus specializing in US/Canadian tax returns and corporate audits. Provides assurance services with focus on cross-border compliance and tax appeal matters.
Bob Davis
CPA, CA
35+ years public practice experience. Focuses on owner-managed businesses and tax planning. Former Arthur Andersen professional with expertise in wholesale and manufacturing sectors.
Alyssa Chan
CPA, CGA
2008 Camosun graduate with expertise in financial statements and tax preparation. Assists with assurance engagements and business consulting services for local clients.
Ida Chong
FCPA, FCGA
Fellow CPA with 30+ years experience in accounting and government compliance. Former business owner with expertise in estates, trusts, and public sector financial matters.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide personal and corporate tax preparation, bookkeeping, audit engagements, financial statements, payroll services, and cross-border tax planning.
Do you work with international clients?
Yes, we specialize in US/Canadian tax compliance and have experience with cross-border business transactions and immigration-related accounting needs.
What industries do you serve?
We work with real estate, construction, hospitality, restaurant businesses, and not-for-profit organizations in the Victoria area.
Are your accountants certified?
Yes, our team includes five Chartered Professional Accountants with designations from Canadian and international accounting bodies.
What are your office hours?
Our Victoria office is open Monday-Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Pacific Time. We respond to inquiries within 24 hours.
