Business Details
Your Trusted Accounting Partner in St. Catharines
Jones & O'Connell LLP Chartered Professional Accountants has served the Niagara Region and beyond for decades, delivering comprehensive financial solutions tailored to diverse client needs. Our team of certified professionals specializes in accounting, auditing, corporate and personal tax compliance, financial advisory services, and general consulting, serving clients across multiple industry sectors. With deep expertise in Canadian accounting standards and regulatory frameworks, we prioritize staff continuity, cost-effective service delivery, and responsive client support.As members of CPA Canada, the Canadian Public Accountability Board, and the Canadian Tax Foundation, we maintain rigorous professional standards while providing value-driven solutions. Our approach combines industry-specific knowledge with personalized service, ensuring clients receive strategic financial guidance aligned with their unique objectives.
Services
Accounting
Auditing
Tax Compliance
Financial Consulting
Internal Audit
Tax Optimization
Credit Union Services
Corporate Tax Planning
Bookkeeping
Practice Inspection Preparation
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of combined partner experience in public accounting and credit union audits
- Our team maintains continuity across all engagement levels for consistent service delivery
- Specialized expertise in IFRS implementation and complex transaction accounting
- We serve 15+ industry sectors including agriculture, manufacturing, and financial services
- Our firm holds memberships in top-tier professional accounting bodies
Associations and certifications
- Canadian Public Accountability Board
- Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada
- Chartered Professional Accountants of Ontario
- The Institute of Internal Auditors
- Canadian Tax Foundation
Services
Accounting Services
Our accounting services provide comprehensive financial record-keeping and reporting solutions for businesses of all sizes. We specialize in system implementation, financial statement preparation, and compliance with Canadian accounting standards. Our team includes certified QuickBooks Pro Advisors who help clients optimize their accounting processes while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory requirements.
Auditing
We deliver independent audit services that provide the highest level of assurance on financial statements. Our approach combines industry-specific expertise with rigorous testing procedures to ensure compliance with Canadian auditing standards. We maintain continuous staff engagement throughout audit cycles to ensure consistent understanding of client operations and requirements.
Tax Compliance
Our tax compliance services cover corporate and personal tax return preparation, tax optimization strategies, and CRA representation. We help clients navigate complex tax regulations while identifying legitimate opportunities for tax savings. Our team stays current with evolving tax legislation to ensure compliance and strategic planning.
Credit Union Services
We specialize in credit union external and internal audits, anti-money laundering compliance, and enterprise risk management. Our team understands the unique regulatory environment for credit unions and provides tailored solutions including IFRS implementation, financial modeling, and regulatory reporting.
Corporate Tax Planning
Our corporate tax planning services focus on compliance and optimization for businesses. We assist with tax recovery reviews, cross-border tax issues, and implementation of new tax regulations. Our contingency fee-based tax recovery service identifies potential refunds without upfront costs to clients.
People
Wayne O'Connell
Partner
With 30+ years in public accounting, Wayne leads assurance engagements and serves as the firm's quality control director. He specializes in credit union audits and regulatory compliance.
Ryan Jones
Partner
Partner since 2020, Ryan provides assurance and advisory services to owner-managed businesses. He brings expertise from both public accounting and private industry experience.
Edwin Leung
Partner
Specializing in credit unions and public companies, Edwin leads assurance engagements with expertise in regulatory compliance and internal audit program design.
Dylan Groat
Senior Accountant - Tax
CPA with Master of Accountancy degree, specializing in tax services. Graduated with first-class honors from Brock University and Beta Gamma Sigma member.
Hunter Amos
Assurance Manager
Certified CPA with expertise in assurance services. Holds Master of Accountancy degree from Brock University with academic honors.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer?
We provide full-service accounting including bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, system implementation, and compliance with Canadian accounting standards.
Do you specialize in any industry sectors?
We serve 15+ industries including credit unions, public companies, manufacturing, agriculture, and non-profit organizations with tailored financial solutions.
What tax services are available?
Our tax services include corporate and personal tax compliance, optimization strategies, CRA representation, and cross-border tax planning.
How do you handle audit engagements?
We follow CPA Canada standards with continuous staff engagement, risk assessment, and customized audit programs for each client.
Are you available for credit union audits?
Yes, we specialize in credit union external audits, internal audits, and regulatory compliance including anti-money laundering requirements.
What locations do you serve?
Based in St. Catharines, Ontario, we serve clients throughout the Niagara Region, Greater Toronto Area, and across Canada.
