Accountant for contractors, trades and garages
Electricians, plumbers, contractors, garages: you're on the job site or in the shop, we take care of the numbers. GST/QST, subcontractors, vehicles, payroll and instalments, at a fixed price, with one point of contact.
Bookkeeping. Full package (bookkeeping, payroll and year-end) from $250 per month. Year-end financial statements prepared with our partner CPA firm.
A first 30-minute meeting, at no cost
Offered to businesses considering becoming clients, at your office or online: we look at your latest financial statements together and at what you pay in accounting fees.
Your financial statements, reviewed together
Revenue, expenses, payroll, tax paid: we spot what can be improved.
Your accounting fees, compared
You see what your services should cost for a business your size, with a fixed price in writing.
A plan before your year-end
Buying a truck or equipment, salary or dividends, instalments: you leave with two or three concrete recommendations.
What we do for your business
Materials, subcontractors, vehicles, employees: a lot of numbers to track when you work in the field. We keep everything in order.
GST/QST
Returns prepared and filed on time, and recovery of the tax you pay on materials and equipment.
Subcontractors
Payments tracked, and the T5018 return prepared when construction is your main activity.
Vehicles and equipment
Trucks, tools, machinery: business use calculated and depreciation claimed.
Employee payroll
Pay runs, source deductions, remittances, RL-1 and T4 slips.
Tax instalments
Worked out ahead of time for the CRA and Revenu Québec, to avoid interest.
Year-end financial statements
Prepared with our partner CPA firm, for your bank, your bonding company or your partners.
Expenses contractors often forget
They qualify when they are incurred to earn your business income and you keep the receipts.
Mileage and truck use
With a logbook, the business share of your vehicle lowers your tax.
Small tools and safety gear
Tools, boots and protective equipment bought for work.
Phone and software
The business share of your phone, estimating and invoicing software.
Licences, permits and insurance
RBQ licence, professional dues and liability insurance.
Training
Courses and training related to your trade.
Equipment rental
Machinery, scaffolding or container rental for a job.
Office or shop
Rent, electricity, heating and insurance for the shop, or part of your home if you meet the conditions.
Accounting fees
Fees for your bookkeeping and tax returns are deductible.
Self-employed or corporation: which suits you?
Many contractors start out self-employed, then wonder whether they should incorporate.
A corporation can lower the tax on profits left in the business, but it costs more to run and adds returns.
We compare both scenarios with your real numbers: total tax, salary or dividends and running costs. You decide knowing what it changes.
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“Great experience with ABZ Accounting. Very professional, organized, and efficient. They made the process smooth and stress-free. Highly recommended!”
★★★★★
“Professional, fast, and extremely knowledgeable. They handle everything from bookkeeping to taxes with precision and zero stress. Always responsive, always on time, and they truly care about their clients’ success.”
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“…I’ve always been very satisfied with their service. They are fast, efficient, and clear in everything they do!”
New monthly clients
One month free, and free setup
Launch offer: for every new client who signs by January 31, 2027.
For new bookkeeping or full-package clients. Catch-up of past years is quoted separately.
Questions
How much do your services cost for a contractor?
Bookkeeping starts at $175 per month and the full package (bookkeeping, payroll and year-end) at $250 per month. For a fixed price, tell us how many bank accounts and credit cards the business has, the approximate number of transactions per month and the number of employees: we reply in writing.
When do I have to register for GST/QST?
Once your taxable sales go over $30,000 in a calendar quarter or over four consecutive calendar quarters. You can also register earlier to recover the tax you pay on your purchases.
Do I have to file a T5018 for my subcontractors?
If construction is your main activity and you pay subcontractors, the CRA generally requires a T5018 return. We check whether it applies to you and prepare it.
Do you handle payroll?
Yes: pay runs, source deductions, remittances to the CRA and Revenu Québec, and RL-1 and T4 slips at year-end.
Who prepares our year-end financial statements?
We prepare your year-end, and the financial statements are done with our partner CPA firm.