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Behind on your books? We catch you up.

A clear plan to rebuild missing months, file overdue returns and get back on schedule.

In short We rebuild your books from bank and card statements, reconcile every account, then file any late GST/QST, payroll or income tax returns. Catch-up is $95 per hour or a flat quote.

You are not the first

Falling behind is common, especially after a busy year, a change of software or a missing bookkeeper. The longer it runs, the worse penalties and interest get, so the best step is to start now.

How catch-up works

  1. Assess. We review what is missing, which filings are overdue and what deadlines are close.
  2. Collect. You share bank, card and platform statements, invoices and any CRA or Revenu Québec letters.
  3. Rebuild. We categorize transactions and rebuild the ledger month by month.
  4. Reconcile. Every bank, card and loan account is matched to statements.
  5. File. We prepare late GST/QST, payroll and income tax returns in the right order.
  6. Stay current. We move you onto a monthly bookkeeping plan so it doesn’t happen again.

What late filing can cost

Late-filing penalties generally start at 5% of the balance owing plus 1% for each full month late, up to 12 months, and increase for repeat offences. Interest accrues on unpaid amounts. In some cases a voluntary disclosure program may reduce penalties if you come forward before being contacted. We assess whether it applies. See our guide to late and unfiled returns.

What you will need

  • Bank, credit-card and loan statements for the missing period.
  • Sales reports from Stripe, Shopify, Square or your point-of-sale.
  • Invoices, receipts and payroll records.
  • Letters or notices from the CRA or Revenu Québec.

Pricing is on our catch-up bookkeeping page. Book a free call and we will tell you what the road back looks like.

FAQ

How long does catch-up take?

Typically 30 to 90 days depending on how many months are missing and how complete your documents are.

What if I have lost statements?

Banks can reissue statements and platforms keep reports. We tell you exactly what to request.

Will I be penalized?

Late filing can bring penalties and interest. We estimate the exposure up front and check whether relief may be available.

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