Bookkeeping in Port Alberni, BC and across Canada
Clear books. Clear mind. Clear growth.
Your Port Alberni bookkeeper for monthly books, GST/HST, and payroll — serving small businesses on Vancouver Island and across Canada, from our family in the Alberni Valley.
Monthly bookkeeping starts at $150. Get a 2–3 minute estimate to see your likely package before booking a call.
What you get every month
Reconciled accounts, clear monthly reports, and filing support within the scope of your package.
Reconciled accounts
Every bank, credit card, and payment-processor account matched and reconciled — not just categorized and left.
Statements you can actually read
A profit-and-loss and balance sheet each month, delivered before the 15th, in plain language, so you know what you kept rather than just what you sold.
GST/HST filed on schedule
Where filing is part of your package: returns prepared and filed on your real filing frequency, so deadlines stop arriving as a surprise.
Payroll run and remitted
Where payroll is part of your package: employees paid and source deductions remitted. T4 and ROE preparation is included with Complete Care and available as an add-on on the other payroll packages.
Exactly what is included depends on your package — each one lists its transaction, account, and payroll capacity up front.
Starting points
Monthly packages, each with its capacity stated up front, starting at $150/month plus applicable taxes. Treat these as starting points — pricing moves with your volume and complexity, and if none of them fit we’ll build a package around what you actually need.
Micro Business Essentials
$150 / month
Simple, reliable books for a light month
Essential
$350 / month
A simple, steady foundation for organized books
Steady
$650 / month
More accounts and volume, with reporting that goes further
Growth
$1,000 / month
Consistent support for businesses gaining momentum
Complete Care
$2,000 / month
Full-cycle bookkeeping — handled end-to-end
Who keeps your books
Caleb is a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor at the Platinum tier. Bookkeeping for QuickBooks Online users
Member of the QuickBooks ProAdvisor Program, Platinum tier
Caleb is a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor and a Member of the QuickBooks ProAdvisor Program, at the Platinum tier. The program is about using the QuickBooks software well; it is not an accounting designation.
(verify on Credly, opens in a new tab)QuickBooks Certification, Level 2
Caleb has passed Intuit’s QuickBooks Certification Level 2 exam for Canada, the advanced level after Level 1, which tests how well he knows QuickBooks Online.
Who we work best with
The best client relationships start with the right expectations. Here’s where our approach tends to work especially well.
We work especially well with
- Small businesses with ongoing bookkeeping needsBusinesses that want consistent support and books that stay current throughout the year.
- Owners who value a steady monthly rhythmYou would rather stay organized month by month than face a year-end scramble.
- Sole proprietors looking for bookkeeping and tax support in one placeWe can look after your books throughout the year and prepare your self-employed T1 at tax time.
- Businesses comfortable working digitallyWe use cloud accounting and digital document sharing to work efficiently with businesses locally and across Canada.
- Owners who appreciate clarity from the beginningWe agree on the scope of work, responsibilities, and fees upfront so everyone knows what to expect.
Work outside our scope
We also believe in being upfront about where our services end. If your needs fall outside our scope, we’ll let you know early so you can get the right professional support. Corporate tax returns are not prepared in-house — they run through the accountant we keep on retainer and are quoted separately.
- Financial statement audits, reviews, or assurance engagements
- Trust or client-fund accounting
How it works
Get an estimate
Answer a few questions about volume, accounts, payroll, and filing frequency. You will see a likely package and starting price straight away.
We review your records
We look at your actual books and confirm the scope. Final fees follow the records — never the automated estimate on its own.
Sign and start
Scope and fees are set out in a signed engagement agreement, then your books go onto a steady monthly schedule.
Organized books, peace of mind.
Because your vision deserves solid numbers.
How we work
A predictable monthly rhythm
Books are coded and reconciled on a consistent monthly schedule rather than in a year-end rush, so your records stay current all year.
Cloud-based and secure by default
We work in cloud accounting platforms — QuickBooks Online, Xero, Sage, and AutoEntry — so records stay accessible to you and are never passed around as email attachments.
Scope and capacity stated up front
Every package lists the transaction volume, account count, and payroll capacity it covers, so you know what is included before you commit.
Written scope before any engagement
Final fees follow a review of your actual records and are confirmed in a signed engagement agreement — never set by an automated estimate alone.
A Port Alberni bookkeeper, for all of Vancouver Island
We meet clients in person across Port Alberni and the Alberni Valley, and work online with small businesses everywhere else, from Tofino and Ucluelet to Parksville, Qualicum Beach and Nanaimo, and across Canada.
Guides for small business owners
All guides →- Bookkeeper vs Accountant: Who Does What, and Which One You NeedA bookkeeper keeps your records accurate all year. An accountant uses those records for tax returns, planning and advice. Here is how to tell which one you need, and when you need both.
- How Long to Keep Business Records in Canada, and What the CRA ExpectsThe CRA's six-year rule, the exceptions that make it longer, when a scanned receipt can replace the paper, and what an invoice needs to show before you can claim the GST/HST on it.
- When Do I Need to Register for GST? Registration and Filing ExplainedMost businesses must register for GST/HST once their taxable revenue passes $30,000 in a single quarter or over four quarters in a row. Here is how the test works, what BC businesses charge, and when returns are due.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a bookkeeper actually do?
A bookkeeper records and organizes your financial transactions, reconciles accounts, manages GST and payroll obligations (if applicable), and keeps your records accurate and up to date. Our goal is to ensure your financial information is clear, compliant, and easy to understand — so you can make confident business decisions.
How much do your services cost?
Our bookkeeping packages start at $150 per month and are tailored based on your transaction volume, payroll size, number of accounts, and overall complexity. Every business is different, so final pricing is confirmed after a brief review of your books and compliance needs. This ensures you’re only paying for the level of support your business actually requires — nothing more, nothing less.
Do you work with businesses outside of Port Alberni?
Yes. While we are based in Port Alberni, British Columbia, we work with businesses across Canada using secure cloud-based systems and virtual communication.
What bookkeeping software do you use?
We work with cloud-based bookkeeping software to keep your records accessible and secure. If you’re already using a platform, we can review your setup during the consultation. If you’re not set up yet, we’ll guide you through the best option for your business.
How do I get started with your services?
To get started, complete our online estimate and we will be in touch. From there, we will schedule a time for a consultation over the phone.
Can I outsource only certain aspects of my bookkeeping to you?
Yes. We understand that every business operates differently, and some owners prefer to remain involved in certain areas of their finances. During your consultation, we’ll review your current setup and determine which tasks you’d like support with — whether that’s reconciliations, GST filings, payroll, catch-up work, or ongoing monthly maintenance. Our goal is to create a level of support that complements your workflow while ensuring your records remain accurate and compliant.
See your likely package in about three minutes.
Monthly bookkeeping starts at $150. The estimate shows your likely package, the assumptions behind it, and what it excludes — before anyone books a call. Catch-up work and added complexity are scoped separately.
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Bookkeeping reminders and small-business tips, over on Instagram.
POV: you hired a bookkeeper before your books became an emergency. No year-end panic, no wondering where things stand.
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Turns out being financially organized is kinda chic. Clean books, receipts handled, GST accounted for.
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Many business owners know what they sold last month. Fewer know what they actually kept.
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