He has provided auditing services to many businesses and has specific audit experience pertaining to multi-branch retail and wholesale companies servicing Western Canada, Winnipeg based manufacturing companies in the garment and automobile industries, non-profit organizations including both public and private schools, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Manitoba, and professional service organizations. He has also provided valuation services to this group on an ongoing basis. He has direct computer application experience and is very familiar with the use of computerized tools in both the financial analysis and computer audit areas. Specifically, he has worked on application evaluation, implementation and training issues.

He has prepared financial projections, developed business financing plans, and worked with commercial lending and business development organizations. In the taxation area, Gerald has extensive experience in dealing with personal, corporate and estate taxation. He has dealt with planning and compliance issues in most areas of the current income tax legislation and has a working knowledge of the GST and provincial tax legislation.

“I have known Gerald for the past 15 years, through TEC Canada and BDO Dunwoody. BDO, with Gerald leading the team, have completed our YE financial statements for the past 8 years. Through the YE process, Gerald has been extremely helpful with tax planning, corporate structuring and forward thinking about my business. I would recommend Gerald working with any entrepeneur wanting sound financial advice.”

“Gerald and I worked for a number of clients together over the past few years. Gerald’s passion for helping clients drive growth in their business and overcome internal challenges is extraordinary. Gerald simply improves his clients by being part of their executive decision making team.”

“To say that Gerald is knowledgeable is an understatement. He’s one of the few accountants that knows more about taxation law and procedures then most CRA auditors. He is very frank as to what is black and white and it is that knowledge that made Gerald an indispensible accountant, advisor and planner for our firm.”

“Gerald managed my transportation business financial/accounting needs during his tenure at BDO. His professionalism and guidance throughout the 17 years he managed our file was commendable. He provided sound financial advice and was very knowledgeable in all areas of business start-up requirements, growing a business from “good to great” and maintaining a sustainable and profitable business. He has outstanding financial acumen and would be an asset in any position he pursues.”

“Gerald brings an out of the box thinking to issues private companies face. His professional training gives a solid base for dealing with the broad range of challenges facing entrepreneurs. He has solid experience in roles related to advisory boards. I like his thought process and energy to address issues. He would make a solid addition to an existing advisory board, a private company board of directors or leading the creation of an advisory board.”

“I have had the privilege with working with Gerald for almost 11 years. Gerald’s qualities, just to name a few, are trustworthy, loyal, dedicated, hard working, intelligent, great sense of humor and a good friend! I feel that his knowledge of business gave me the direction I needed to run a successful company. If you ever get a chance to work with or just hang out with Gerald you will be a better person for it. Thanks for everything, Gerald.”

“I have worked with Gerald Peterson for over 5 years at BDO Canada LLP. During this time working with Gerald he has shared his knowledge and experience in accounting, taxation and business advisory services with me. Gerald is committed to his clients and helping those who work with him. It has been a pleasure to work with Gerald and I would highly recommend Gerald Peterson for his accounting, taxation and business advisory skills.”

Susan develops strong relationships with her clients with a focus on understanding their business and year round communication. She is highly accessible and provides proactive advice to add value to her services.

“I recommend Susan to anyone in need of a great accountant. Susan has provided some excellent service for a few different businesses that I have been involved in. She is not just an accountant, she becomes part of your business to help with strategy to achieve growth. She is one of the best in the industry.”