Startup Accountant Toronto

Launching a business in Toronto or North York comes with new tax obligations, CRA registration requirements, and financial compliance rules. NRK Accounting helps startups set up the right accounting structure from day one — so you grow without tax surprises or costly mistakes later.

Whether you’re incorporating a business, transitioning from self-employed to a corporation, or preparing your first year of filings, we ensure your company meets every CRA requirement while maximizing deductions and smart tax planning.

Expert Tax & Accounting Support for Toronto Startups

New businesses face unique financial challenges — from keeping records accurate to understanding corporate obligations. We support your growth with:

First-year corporate tax filing (T2)

Complete T2 preparation and filing for your startup's first year

Business number and CRA account setup (HST, payroll if needed)

HST, payroll registration and complete CRA setup

Chart of accounts and system setup for bookkeeping

Professional bookkeeping structure from day one

Salary vs. dividend tax strategy guidance

Optimize your compensation structure for tax efficiency

Deduction optimization for startup costs

Maximize all eligible startup expense deductions

Year-end reporting and financial statements

Professional financial statements and tax compliance

Our goal is to help you build a strong financial foundation — not play catch-up later.

Why Startups Choose NRK Accounting

When founders know their numbers, they scale faster with confidence.

Ongoing Accounting Services for Growing Startups

We provide everything founders need as the business grows:

Monthly bookkeeping and reviews

Monthly bookkeeping and reviews to keep your finances organized

Year-end accounting and tax filings

Complete year-end accounting and corporate tax filings

HST registration, filing, and audits

HST registration, filing, and audit support

Personal tax filing for owners

Personal tax filing coordinated with corporate returns

One accounting team. One system. Full compliance.

Salary vs. Dividend Planning for Owners

Owner-managed startups need the most tax-efficient compensation mix. We help you:

Reduce combined personal + corporate tax

Optimize the mix to minimize total tax burden

Pay into CPP benefits properly

Strategic pension contribution planning

Handle payroll source deductions if required

Proper setup if required for your situation

You focus on growth; we optimize tax.

Supporting You Through Every Stage of Growth

From pre-revenue to scale-up, our guidance adapts to your evolving needs

Incorporation year tax planning

Set up your tax structure correctly from day one

CRA notices and audit assistance

Full support during CRA reviews and correspondence

Budgeting and cash-flow-driven decisions

Data-driven financial planning for growth

Business structure review when expanding or hiring

Guidance when expanding or hiring employees

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — even if there is little or no revenue. CRA filing deadlines still apply for corporations, and penalties add up quickly if missed.

If annual revenue is expected to exceed $30,000, registering for HST early is smart. We help with setup and compliance.

You must maintain organized records of every transaction (income, expenses, payroll, dividends, etc.) for CRA compliance.

We evaluate whether salary, dividends, or a mix benefits you most in the current stage.

Need Startup help?

Book a free consultation to discuss your Startup needs

Let’s Build Your Startup on the Right Financial Foundation

If you want to avoid tax issues later and build a scalable business, NRK Accounting provides the structure and support you need from day one.

Location

40 Wynford Drive, Suite 211 North York, Toronto

Phone

416-577-4301

Email

info@nrkaccounting.com

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