Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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General
What services does Phelade Consult offer?
Bookkeeping, corporate and personal tax preparation, GST/HST filing, payroll and business consulting for startups and small businesses.
Do you serve businesses remotely?
Yes — we work with clients across Alberta remotely, alongside local clients in our home area.
Can you prepare financial statements for a loan or investor?
Yes — see Financial Statements for what's involved. If your books are already current, turnaround is fast.
Can you help with a specific business decision, not just compliance?
Yes — see Business Consulting. We work from your actual numbers, not generic advice.
Tax & Filing
When are corporate and personal tax returns due?
Personal returns are due April 30 (mid-June for self-employed, with any balance still due April 30). Corporate return deadlines depend on your fiscal year-end. See corporate & personal tax for how we plan the two together — either way, we track your dates and remind you ahead of time.
Do I need to register for GST/HST?
If your business earns more than $30,000 in revenue over four consecutive quarters, registration is mandatory — some businesses register earlier by choice to start claiming input tax credits. We can review your numbers and confirm where you stand. See GST filing for how we handle it ongoing.
Can you help if I'm behind on my books or tax filings?
Yes. CRA catch-up and cleanup work is common — we'll assess where things stand and get you compliant as quickly as possible.
Bookkeeping & Payroll
How much does bookkeeping cost?
It depends on your transaction volume and how organized your records already are, so we don't publish a fixed price list — every business's books are different. Tell us a bit about yours through a free consultation and we'll give you a clear, upfront quote before any work starts. See bookkeeping for what's included.
Do you offer payroll services?
Yes. We handle payroll processing, source deductions and remittances so your employees are paid accurately and on time — see payroll services for details, including T4 preparation at year-end.
Getting Started
Do you work with startups and businesses just getting started?
Yes. Many of our clients are startups and small businesses that need their books set up correctly from day one, not just year-end cleanup.
How do I get started?
Book a free consultation or call (403) 312-2627. We'll talk through your business and what you need, then follow up with a clear, upfront quote.