Services - Claire Finance

Tax Preparation

Personal, self-employed, small business, and corporate tax filing.

Personal taxes: starting at $150+ Self-employed & small business: starting at $250+ Corporate taxes: starting at $1,400+

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Bookkeeping & Financial Records

Ongoing or catch-up bookkeeping to support accurate reporting and tax filing.

Bookkeeping support: $100 per hour Catch-up bookkeeping: $100 per hour

GST / QST Services

Registrations, filings, adjustments, and reconciliations.

GST or QST filing: starting at $50+ GST & QST filing: starting at $80+

Government & Compliance Support

CRA & Revenu QuÃ©bec Support

Assistance with tax authority notices and responses.

This service helps when you receive a letter or notice from CRA or Revenu QuÃ©bec. We review what the government is asking and explain it in plain language. We help prepare responses and guide you through next steps. This is useful if you are unsure how to reply or are concerned about potential consequences.

Audit & Review Assistance

Support during government tax reviews and audits.

This service supports you if your tax file is selected for review or audit. We help organize documents and explain what is being requested. Our role is to reduce stress and ensure information is provided correctly. It does not mean you did something wrong.

Voluntary Disclosures

Proactive correction of past tax mistakes.

This service helps correct past tax mistakes before penalties increase. It is used when income, filings, or information were missed previously. We guide you through the disclosure process clearly and carefully. The goal is to fix issues proactively.

Compliance Reviews

General review to ensure filing requirements are met.

This is a general check of your tax situation to ensure nothing important is missing. We review filings, obligations, and records at a high level. It helps identify potential issues early. This is often used as a preventive review.

Payroll & Employer Services

Payroll Setup & Employer Registration

Registration and initial setup for new employers.

This service helps new employers set up payroll properly. We assist with required government registrations and accounts. This ensures payroll is compliant from the start. It is useful when hiring your first employee.

Payroll Processing Support

Ongoing support for payroll calculations and reporting.

This service supports ongoing payroll calculations and reporting. We help ensure amounts are calculated correctly and consistently. This reduces payroll errors and missed obligations. It is helpful for small teams or growing businesses.

Year-End Payroll Filings

Preparation of T4, RL-1, and required summaries.

This service covers preparation of year-end payroll forms. We help with T4, RL-1, and required summaries. It ensures employees receive correct documents. This is required annually for employers.

Employer Remittance Reviews

Review of statutory source deduction remittances.

This service reviews payroll remittances made to the government. We check CPP, EI, QPP, and QPIP amounts at a high level. It helps identify discrepancies before issues arise. This is useful if payroll has been handled internally.

Business Setup & Administration

Business Registration & Setup

Registration and administrative setup for new businesses.

This service helps register a new business correctly. We explain which registrations are required based on your situation. It ensures your business starts on the right footing. This is often used at the early planning stage.

CRA & RQ Account Setup

Account opening with Federal and Provincial authorities.

This service helps set up tax accounts with CRA and Revenu QuÃ©bec. We explain which accounts are needed and why. Proper setup avoids delays and filing issues later. This often follows business registration.

Incorporation Support (Administrative)

Post-incorporation administrative task support.

This service helps with administrative steps after incorporation. We assist with registrations and required accounts. It does not replace legal advice. It focuses on practical setup.

Business Changes & Closures

Support for professional transitions and closures.

This service supports changes such as closing or modifying a business. We help ensure accounts and filings are handled properly. This prevents loose ends with government agencies. It is useful during transitions.

Financing & Lending Support

Business Loan Preparation & Support

Financial information organization for loan applications.

This service helps prepare information requested by lenders. We organize financial data in a clear format. It improves communication with banks or lenders. This does not guarantee loan approval.

Loan Readiness Review

High-level financial review before approaching lenders.

This service reviews your financial situation before applying for a loan. We identify strengths and potential gaps. It helps you apply with better understanding. This is often used before speaking with a lender.

Lender Documentation Support

Assistance with ongoing lender information requests.

This service helps respond to lender document requests. We assist with organizing and explaining financial information. It reduces back-and-forth with banks. This supports smoother processing.

Financial Statements & Reporting

Internal Financial Statements

Clear summaries of financial activity for planning.

This service prepares clear summaries of your financial activity. It is intended for your own understanding and planning. It helps see income and expenses more clearly. This is not an audit.

Lender & Third-Party Statements

Financial statements for external reporting needs.

This service prepares financial statements for external use. It supports lender or third-party requests. The focus is clarity and consistency. It does not replace formal assurance work.

Financial Record Reviews

High-level review of financial record completeness.

This service reviews whether financial records are usable and complete. We identify gaps or inconsistencies. It helps prepare for taxes or financing. This is a high-level review.

Advisory & Consultations

General Tax & Accounting Consultations

Direct guidance for specific professional questions.

This service provides one-on-one guidance for specific questions. We explain tax or accounting topics in simple terms. It is useful when you need clarity before acting. This is advisory only.

Tax Planning & Filing Review

Pre-submission review of tax filings and positions.

This service reviews filings before submission. We look for common issues and planning considerations. It helps reduce surprises later. This does not guarantee outcomes.

Salary vs Dividend Analysis

Compensation structure analysis for owners.

This service helps business owners understand compensation options. We explain differences between salary and dividends. It supports informed decision-making. This is a planning tool.

Basic Financial Guidance Sessions

Plain-language sessions covering financial obligations.

This service explains financial and tax obligations clearly. It is designed for non-experts. The goal is understanding, not selling products. Sessions are practical and calm.

Ongoing Support & Monitoring

Ongoing Compliance Monitoring

Periodic review and status tracking of filing obligations.

This service periodically reviews your obligations. It helps reduce missed filings or notices. The focus is prevention. It supports peace of mind.

Deadline & Obligation Tracking

Calendar-based tracking of tax and filing deadlines.

This service tracks important tax and filing deadlines. It helps avoid late submissions. You remain responsible for final action. This is a reminder-based service.

Administrative Support for Notices

Practical assistance with ongoing authority correspondence.

This service assists with ongoing government correspondence. We help interpret requests and next steps. It reduces confusion and stress. This does not replace legal representation.