Business Details
Expert Accounting and Part-Time CFO Services in Richmond
With over 27 years of experience in accounting, finance, and tax services, Dereck Hamada provides tailored financial expertise to established businesses and startups across diverse industries. As a Chartered Accountant and former VP Finance/CFO with 14 years of hands-on corporate leadership, we offer strategic tax planning, financial statement preparation, and part-time CFO services designed to minimize costs and maximize profitability. Our deep industry knowledge spans construction, real estate, technology, and manufacturing, enabling us to deliver actionable insights grounded in real-world business operations. We specialize in business planning, financing assistance, and staff training, combining technical proficiency with practical problem-solving to support entrepreneurs and business owners. Our commitment to personalized service ensures clients receive actionable guidance without the overhead of a full-time finance team.From tax compliance to corporate restructuring, we prioritize transparency, efficiency, and long-term financial health. Clients benefit from our unique perspective as both advisors and former corporate executives, ensuring solutions align with operational realities. With a track record of preparing thousands of tax returns and financial statements, we deliver reliable expertise tailored to each client's unique needs. Our local Richmond, BC presence complements a broad industry reach, fostering trusted partnerships built on accountability and results. Whether navigating startup challenges or optimizing established operations, we empower businesses to achieve sustainable growth through informed financial decisions.
Services
Tax Planning
Financial Statements
Business Consulting
CFO Advisory
Accounting Setup
Corporate Restructuring
Startup Guidance
Payroll Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 27 years of accounting and tax experience across diverse industries
- Our team provides part-time CFO services at a fraction of full-time costs
- We combine public accounting expertise with 14 years of corporate finance leadership
- We deliver industry-specific tax planning based on firsthand business experience
- We offer personalized financial mentoring for business owners and accounting staff
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Accountant
Services
Tax Planning
We provide comprehensive tax planning and compliance solutions for corporations, individuals, and trusts. Our approach minimizes tax liabilities while ensuring adherence to complex regulations. With expertise in GST, PST, and payroll tax returns, we help businesses optimize financial strategies and maintain compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
Financial Statements
We prepare accurate financial statements and perform review engagements tailored to business needs. Our services include Notice to Reader compilations and detailed financial reporting. This ensures businesses maintain clear financial records for decision-making, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder communication.
Business Consulting
We offer expert guidance on business planning, financing, and operational improvements. Our consulting services cover incorporation strategies, corporate restructuring, and growth planning. Clients benefit from our dual perspective as both accountants and former corporate executives.
CFO Advisory
We provide flexible CFO services for businesses needing expert financial leadership without full-time costs. This includes financial strategy development, staff mentoring, and operational finance support. Our 14 years of corporate finance experience deliver actionable insights for business optimization.
Accounting Setup
We assist with accounting system implementation and bookkeeping solutions tailored to business size and complexity. Services include process optimization and connecting clients with qualified bookkeeping professionals, ensuring efficient financial operations from startup through growth phases.
People
Dereck Hamada
Chartered Accountant
27-year accounting veteran with 14 years as CFO/VP Finance, serving businesses across multiple industries while maintaining firsthand operational experience through commercial fishing and local community involvement.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for established businesses?
We provide tax planning, financial statements, corporate restructuring, and CFO advisory services tailored to established businesses across multiple industries.
How can you help startups with financial setup?
We assist with incorporation planning, accounting system implementation, bookkeeping solutions, and financing strategies to establish strong financial foundations for new businesses.
What makes your CFO services different from competitors?
Our part-time CFO services combine Chartered Accountant credentials with 14 years of corporate finance leadership experience, offering practical insights from both advisory and executive perspectives.
Do you specialize in specific industries?
We work with construction, real estate, technology, manufacturing, and service professionals, leveraging firsthand industry experience to deliver targeted financial solutions.
How do you handle complex tax situations?
We specialize in multi-jurisdictional tax planning, GST/PST compliance, and corporate restructuring to minimize tax liabilities while maintaining regulatory compliance for businesses of all sizes.
What experience do you have with business financing?
With extensive experience negotiating with banks and equity partners, we help businesses secure optimal financing solutions while strengthening financial reporting and operational efficiency.
