What does an accountant for contractors actually do?

At Pro Business Tax and Accounting we handle your business bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, payroll, payroll taxes, WSIB, HST, and tax planning — all customized for how trades and construction businesses operate. You get clear reporting and stress-free compliance.

Why hire a CPA who understands construction & trades?

Because construction and service trades have unique rules for materials, labour, and HST. We know how to record and structure these correctly so you stay audit-proof and profitable.

Do contractors need to charge/remit HST?

Yes, once you exceed $30,000 in annual revenue. We manage registration, filings, and reconciliations so nothing falls through the cracks.

What's included in a monthly accounting package?

At a high level, it includes bookkeeping, payroll, tax compliance, HST, T2. However, we can custom-fit a package to suit your business's needs to ensure a perfect fit.

Can you help with payroll for subcontractors/employees?

Yes, we certainly can help with payroll, payroll taxes, T4, ROE, T5018, T4A - our model and services are scalable and grow with your business needs.

I'm behind on bookkeeping—can you catch me up?

Totally! We know how stressful it can be to catch up on months and years of bookkeeping. We have a proven system in place that can take the stress out of it. We'll clean up prior years, file outstanding returns, and get you back on track fast.

Do you work with QuickBooks or Xero?

Both! Our team has QuickBooks ProAdvisors and Xero certified bookkeepers to get you setup efficiently.

Do you only work with Ontario-based contractors?

Pro Business Tax and Accounting is based in Vaughan, Ontario - but being a tech-forward firm with cloud based systems we are setup to effectively service clients throughout Canada, except Quebec.

What's the first step?

If you're ready to get started, we can setup a discovery call with one of our team members to understand your business, goals, and pain-points. From there we will customize your accounting package, and get you onboarded. To get started, book a time on our calendar.

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GST/HST New Housing Rebate (Primary Residence and Rental Property) — Help When It Matters

Whether you're claiming the rebate on a new home, applying for the rental (NRRP) rebate, or the CRA is asking for it back — a CPA who has handled these files makes the difference. We've overturned a $33,000 rebate clawback and won.

The GST/HST New Housing Rebate can put thousands back in your pocket on a newly built or substantially renovated home — but the rules on primary-residence use, timing, and who claims it are strict, and the CRA reviews these claims closely. If you’re a buyer, an investor, or someone who’s received a reassessment demanding the rebate back, we help you claim it correctly the first time, or fight an unfair clawback with the right facts and documentation.

What We Handle

New-home rebate claims (owner-built and builder-assigned)
New Residential Rental Property (NRRP) rebate for investors
CRA notices, rebate reviews, denials, and clawback assessments
Primary-residence vs. rental determinations & documentation
Objections and back-and-forth with the CRA on your behalf

Real Result — Ontario Client

A client was billed nearly $33,000 to repay a new-housing rebate after their home became a rental. We reviewed the facts, built the case, and had the assessment cleared. (See our Case Studies)

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If you're claiming the GST/HST New Housing Rebate — or the CRA is asking you to repay it — and want it handled correctly, right the first time

Frequently Asked Questions – GST/HST New Housing Rebate

Who qualifies for the GST/HST New Housing Rebate?

Buyers of a new or substantially renovated home used as their (or a relation's) primary residence may qualify; investors renting the property out may instead qualify for the NRRP rebate.

The CRA is asking for my rebate back — can you help?

Yes. We review the facts, assemble the right proof, and respond to the CRA to challenge the clawback where there are grounds.

Do you serve all of Ontario?

Yes — fully virtual.

What's the difference between the new-housing rebate and the NRRP rebate?

The new-housing rebate is for owner-occupied homes; the NRRP rebate is for new homes bought to rent out. Claiming the wrong one is a common trigger for CRA reassessment.

How long do I have to claim?

Deadlines depend on the rebate type and closing date — generally up to two years. Don't wait; book a consult to confirm your window.