A Calgary accountant who knows you file twice.
Alberta is one of two provinces that collects its own corporate tax, so an Alberta corporation files a provincial return the CRA never sees. We work with Calgary businesses remotely from an office in Thornhill, Ontario.
No provincial sales tax, and a second corporate return.
Alberta is the easiest province in the country for sales tax. It is also one of only two where a corporation can file a T2 and still not be finished.
Sales tax is GST only
Alberta has no provincial sales tax. The only registration is GST at 5%, and there is no second return sitting behind it.
Alberta collects its own corporate tax
An Alberta corporation files an AT1 with Alberta Tax and Revenue Administration as well as the federal T2. Alberta and Quebec are the only provinces that work this way, and a T2 on its own is not a finished year.
Instalments run on two tracks
Federal and Alberta corporate instalments are calculated and paid separately. Getting one right and the other wrong is a common way to owe interest on a balance you thought was covered.
The businesses that bill on projects.
Consulting corporations
Incorporated professionals where the corporate position and the personal return are really one decision.
Project-based contractors
Companies with progress billing and holdbacks, where the timing of revenue recognition decides what the year looks like.
Employers with a payroll
Businesses past the point where remittances and year-end slips fit around running the company.
The ones we get asked most.
Can an Ontario CPA firm file my Alberta corporate return?
Yes. Corporate and personal tax in Canada is federal legislation, and the Alberta AT1 is filed provincially as part of the same engagement. The practice is licensed by CPA Ontario.
Do I need to register for provincial sales tax in Alberta?
No, Alberta does not have one. If you sell into British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba or Quebec, those provinces may want their own registration.
How does it work with you in Ontario?
Shared bookkeeping access, email, video calls and CRA authorization. The two hour difference means Calgary mornings and Ontario afternoons overlap well.
Will I be dealing with a junior?
No. Aaron and Anna do the work, which is a deliberate limit on how many clients the practice takes.
We also work with businesses in these cities.
Services in Calgary
Licensed, certified, and accountable for it.
The bodies that license this practice, and the certifications behind the day-to-day work.
CPA Ontario
The provincial body that regulates Chartered Professional Accountants in Ontario.
EFILE certified
Certified by the Canada Revenue Agency to file returns electronically on behalf of clients.
Intuit ProAdvisor
Intuit certification covering QuickBooks Online setup, reconciliation and reporting.
QuickBooks Payroll
Intuit certification for running payroll, deductions and remittances inside QuickBooks.
In their words.
Aaron has done my personal taxes for six years and he’s the best. My files are sometimes complicated and I was not always the most organized client, yet he handles all of it without ever making me feel bad about the mess. He’s fast, he explains everything in plain English, and he always finds credits I would have missed.Shmuel Neft
Working with Aaron and his team, especially Anna, has been fantastic for both our camp operations and Prime Coat Painters. From complex contractor billings to seasonal accounts and corporate taxes, they handle everything with real attention to detail. If you need a reliable, top-tier accounting team for your business, I can’t recommend Aaron Herman CPA highly enough!Tzadi Zlotnick, Prime Coat Painters Inc.
I use him for personal and business accounting. He is absolutely phenomenal with his work and expertise. Thorough, reliable, dependable, and punctual with due dates. I’ve worked with many accountants previously and Aaron surpassed them all in everything on my list.Elior Zipori, Zipori Landscapes & Design
We have been using Aaron Herman CPA for about four years now and we are very happy with their services. Anna is especially great to work with. She is on the ball, always up to date, and gets back to you right away with any questions or concerns.Reuven Durbach
Very happy with Aaron’s service. He is very knowledgeable and professional. Very patient with all my questions, ready to answer and be with the client within a short period of time. All the accounting service is done in a timely manner.Artem Artemov, Rimland
Aaron is excellent! He responds quickly, explains everything clearly, and makes the whole tax process easy and stress-free. He is very knowledgeable and always helps find the best way to get everything done properly.Mai Edry
Aaron is an amazing accountant! He is very supportive and great at explaining the ins and outs of what was needed when expanding my business. I highly recommend Aaron and his team!Leah Lomiansky, Speech Volumes Therapy
He is knowledgeable, thorough and effective. He is very responsive and takes great care of his clients. I highly recommend him and his services!Rachel Danzinger, Learning Pods
Absolutely love Aaron and Anna. They are fantastic to work with, go above and beyond, and their communication and dedication is unsurpassed.Fat Cat Cookie Co.
Two people. Trusted with your year.
Aaron Herman
CPA, CA · Founder and Managing Partner
Aaron planned and prepared tax in public practice, then led financial reporting inside large Canadian companies. He is the person who answers when you call.
My number one priority is a happy client.
Anna Herman
Director of Finance and Operations
Anna runs the machinery behind the work: cloud accounting, CRA compliance, payroll and client onboarding. If your year-end is uneventful, that is Anna.
Order creates opportunity.
Tell us where your year stands.
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