Contractors, trades, and builders keep this province moving. I bring CPA-level strategy — fractional CFO leadership, tax, and bookkeeping — to the businesses that get their hands dirty.
Serving all of Canada, virtually — your first strategy session is on me.
Tax optimizedEvery filing, best position
Cash-flow clarityReal-time visibility
Business PerformanceTrailing 12 months
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Service pillars
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Days in your corner
Regulated by CPA Alberta Calgary, Alberta Serving all of Canada, virtually
Services
Six pillars of financial excellence
Whether you're a founder who needs a strategic partner, a corporation navigating tax season, or a family protecting what you've built — my work is defined by precision, discretion, and a genuine commitment to your financial wellbeing.
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Fractional CFO Services
Executive-level financial leadership without the full-time price tag. I embed into your business to drive profitability, manage cash flow, and build the infrastructure that supports sustainable growth in Calgary's competitive market.
Cash-flow forecasting & modelling
KPI dashboards & board reporting
Budget planning & variance analysis
Lender & investor relations support
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Corporate Tax Planning
Alberta's corporate landscape offers real tax advantages — but only when you know how to capture them. I deliver proactive strategies that minimize liability, ensure CRA compliance, and keep more profit working inside your business.
T2 corporate tax returns
Small-business deduction optimization
Salary vs. dividend planning
GST/HST advisory & filings
03
Personal Tax & Wealth
Your personal finances deserve the same strategic attention as a corporation's. I work with high-earning individuals, business owners, and families across Calgary to build tax-efficient plans that protect income and grow long-term wealth.
T1 personal tax returns
RRSP, TFSA & FHSA strategies
Investment-income planning
Estate & succession planning
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Bookkeeping & Records
Accurate, up-to-date books are the foundation of every sound decision. I manage your day-to-day records so you always know where your business stands — and there's no mess to clean up at year-end.
Monthly & quarterly bookkeeping
Bank & credit-card reconciliation
Payroll processing & remittances
QuickBooks & Xero setup
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Financial Statements
For lenders, investors, or internal decisions, I prepare statements that are accurate, compliant, and clearly tell the story of your business. From notice-to-reader to review engagements, I match the right product to your needs.
Notice-to-reader compilations
Balance sheet & income statement
Cash-flow statements
Year-end working-paper files
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Financial Coaching
Beyond compliance and reporting, I work one-on-one with individuals and owners to build financial literacy, improve money habits, and create a clear roadmap toward long-term independence.
Personal budget & cash-flow planning
Debt-reduction strategies
Savings & investment goal-setting
Business-owner wealth planning
Industries served
Deep expertise in the industries that build Alberta
Calgary's economy runs on trades, energy, real estate, and the entrepreneurs who show up every day. I've built my practice around the financial realities of these industries — the cash-flow patterns, the CRA complexities, the growth challenges. You get a CPA who already speaks your language.
General & subcontractors · project builders
I handle the financial complexity of holdbacks, WCB, progress billing, and job costing so you can focus on the build.
Job CostingHoldbacksWCBProgress Billing
Electrical · plumbing · HVAC · welding
From incorporation decisions to vehicle deductions and crew payroll, I keep the books of skilled tradespeople running their own shops.
You deserve more than an accountant who shows up at tax time. You deserve a financial partner.
Most firms treat clients like file numbers. I built this practice on a different belief — that every owner and individual deserves the quality of financial thinking that Fortune 500 companies take for granted. I bring that thinking to you, personally.
Whether you're a founder trying to scale, a professional building wealth, or a family navigating complexity — I'm in your corner all year long, not just in April.
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Sherif Garis, CPA
Chartered Professional Accountant · Calgary
You work directly with me
No hand-offs to junior staff. Every call, every file, every strategy session — you get the CPA, not an assistant.
Proactive, not reactive
I don't wait for you to call with a problem. I monitor your financial position year-round and flag opportunities before they pass.
Straightforward pricing
No billing surprises. Flat fees and transparent scopes mean you always know what you're paying for — and why it's worth it.
Built for growth
From your first incorporated year to your eventual exit or succession, my services grow with your ambitions.
The method
How an engagement actually works
Step 01
Discovery & Assessment
Every engagement begins with a candid conversation about where you are financially and where you want to go. I review existing records, identify gaps, and understand your industry dynamics — whether you're in oil & gas, tech, retail, or professional services.
Step 02
Custom Strategy Design
No templates. I build a tailored financial plan that aligns with your specific tax position, business structure, and growth ambitions. For fractional-CFO clients, that's a living financial model; for tax clients, a multi-year optimization roadmap.
Step 03
Execution & Compliance
From bookkeeping to CRA filings to board presentations, I handle the details with precision. Every deadline is met. Every document is audit-ready. Every filing reflects your best possible position under the Income Tax Act.
Step 04
Ongoing Partnership
I don't disappear after tax season. Regular check-ins, proactive alerts on legislative changes, and open-door access throughout the year keep your finances aligned with your goals — so you're never caught off guard.
Free consultation
Your first session is on me.
A no-commitment strategy conversation about what's possible for your business or your finances. Available in Calgary or virtually across all 10 provinces and 3 territories.
I take on a limited number of clients each year so every engagement gets the attention it deserves. If you want a CPA who will genuinely invest in your financial future, reach out.