Your Go-To Choice for Bookkeeping in Fort McMurray

Online Accountant has served hundreds of businesses in your vicinity for a decade. We are, at a fast pace, uprooting the notion of there being a business that can’t afford professional bookkeeping. Not only are our state-of-the-art solutions unparalleled, but so are our packages.  

Digital Convenience

Our secure online portal and app let you:

Countless McMurray Businesses Hire Online Accountant, and We Prove to Them the Value of:

Alberta Tax Laws Every Fort McMurray Business Owner Should Know

Corporate Tax

GST

Payroll Taxes

The History of Bookkeeping: Lessons from the Past

Bookkeeping has advanced greatly since Luca Pacioli introduced the concept of double-entry accounting in Venice in the 15th century. Fort McMurray businesses can draw inspiration from this enduring system of financial accountability, and in this regard, Online Accountant takes the lead.  

Word from a Client 

“Thanks to their bookkeeping expertise, we’ve streamlined our payroll and avoided costly tax errors.” – James T., Contractor, Alberta 

Did You Know?

Fort McMurray businesses can leverage the Accelerated Capital Cost Allowance (ACCA) program to save on taxes for energy-efficient equipment.  

Whether you are a small business or a growing enterprise, Online Accountant has specific solutions for you.  

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FAQs

We understand how complex operations can get in the oilfield sector. Our bookkeeping includes detailed job-costing, payroll for rotating crews, and equipment expense tracking using Xero or QuickBooks Desktop. We also integrate with Plooto and Payworks to streamline supplier payments and payroll runs. 

Absolutely. We use HubDoc and Expensify to digitize your fuel receipts and log equipment costs. Every entry is matched to your accounts automatically, saving hours of admin work while giving you an accurate picture of operational overhead. 
Yes, we work with many independent contractors in construction, electrical, and mechanical trades. We handle invoicing, project tracking, T4A management, and GST/HST filings, using tools like ServiceM8, Zapier, and QuickBooks Online to automate repetitive tasks. 
Yes, we provide customized monthly reports through Syft or Fathom that show your income trends, expense categories, and cash flow forecasts, to help you plan ahead and stay on track financially. 
For mobile mechanics, the cash basis method works best in most cases. We sync your payments, expenses, and receipts through ServiceM8, Stripe, or GoCardless, ensuring your books reflect your daily operations accurately and efficiently. 
We help you draw that line cleanly. Using Dext or HubDoc, we flag personal transactions, create rules, and tag recurring business expenses, thus minimizing audit risks and helping with accurate tax reporting at year-end. 
Yes. Whether you’re an online seller, consultant, or contractor working from home, we customize your bookkeeping setup using cloud-based tools like Xero, Shopify, or Amazon-integrated apps like A2X to keep your records clear and compliant.
Definitely. We handle end-to-end payroll, whether you’re paying one part-timer or a rotating team. We use Payworks or Wagepoint to ensure deductions are correct, ROEs are filed, and T4s are issued on time. 
Yes. Everything is cloud-based and encrypted. You can check your financials, upload receipts, or approve bills from your phone or laptop, even if you’re out in the field or between sites. 
Yes. Along with year-round bookkeeping, we prepare year-end financials and tax filings. Whether you’re incorporated or self-employed, we ensure everything aligns and meets CRA requirements without scrambling at tax time. 
We begin with a discovery call to understand your business, then assess your existing records. From there, we build a customized workflow using software like Ignition, ApprovalMax, and SuiteFiles to onboard your data smoothly. 
Yes, switching mid-year is easier than many think. We import your current data, clean up entries, and pick up where your last provider left off. The transition is handled with minimal disruption and no stress on your part.