Swain Chartered Professional Accountants Inc.

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Swain Chartered Professional Accountants Inc. Halifax Area call 902-406-4474
5112 Prince Street. Halifax. B3J 1L3

South Shore call 902-543-1044

Swain Chartered Professional Accountants Inc., exists to inspire a nation of small business. We have worked with over 400 owner-operated businesses and entrepreneurs to provide services that allow clients to develop their business in a way that works with their professional and personal goals. We know that larger companies have the benefit of a board of directors and high-paid consultants which is why we provide our clients with more than just the bottom-line numbers. We are equipped to provide you with a robust system that encompasses bookkeeping, business planning, consulting, and tax services. And we offer these higher level services at prices that support the growth of owner-managed business. Clients come from sectors including, but not limited to:

Auto Repair and Salvage
Carpentry
IT
Food & Drink Services and Establishments
Construction
Legal Services
Medical Services

Our Friday office hours are 8:00 AM–1:00 PM, giving our team the flexibility to start early and finish early.It’s a simp...
10/09/2026

Our Friday office hours are 8:00 AM–1:00 PM, giving our team the flexibility to start early and finish early.
It’s a simple way we’ve structured our workweek around how our team works best, while continuing to be available to our clients when they need us.

If you use an expense for both business and personal purposes, ask your Swain accountant how much you can claim and what...
10/06/2026

If you use an expense for both business and personal purposes, ask your Swain accountant how much you can claim and what records you should be keeping. Getting it right from the start can help you claim the input tax credits you’re entitled to and avoid overclaiming.

Happy Labour Day to the business owners, the builders, and everyone who keeps it running. 👏You don't really get a day of...
09/07/2026

Happy Labour Day to the business owners, the builders, and everyone who keeps it running. 👏

You don't really get a day off when it's yours, but we hope you take one anyway. You've earned it.

From the team at Swain Mansfield Eldridge CPA, thank you for everything you build.

The kids are back at school. The summer pace is winding down. And your business has a full season of opportunity ahead. ...
09/03/2026

The kids are back at school. The summer pace is winding down. And your business has a full season of opportunity ahead. 📚

Fall is one of the best times to take stock of where your year is tracking, before December sneaks up and the window closes on any decisions you could still make.

How's 2026 looking for your business so far? If you're not totally sure, that's probably the first sign it's worth a conversation.

📞 Book a call.
📍 Halifax | Bridgewater | Across Nova Scotia

Think your accountant just files your return once a year? There's a lot more on the table. 🤔At Swain Mansfield Eldridge ...
08/25/2026

Think your accountant just files your return once a year? There's a lot more on the table. 🤔

At Swain Mansfield Eldridge CPA, we work with small business owners year-round, not just at tax time. That means mid-year check-ins, compensation planning, business structure advice, and being the first call before any big decision.

The earlier we're involved, the more we can actually do for you.

When a client says they haven't felt this motivated about accounting in a long time, that's the kind of thing that makes...
08/21/2026

When a client says they haven't felt this motivated about accounting in a long time, that's the kind of thing that makes our work worth it. 💛

At Swain Mansfield Eldridge CPA, every conversation starts the same way: we listen first. From there, we give you real direction and follow through. No fluff, no jargon.

If you're a small business owner who's been putting off that first call, this is your sign.

Honest answer? It depends. 🤷If you have employees, your books are months behind, your transaction volume is growing, or ...
08/19/2026

Honest answer? It depends. 🤷

If you have employees, your books are months behind, your transaction volume is growing, or your accountant keeps finding errors at year-end, it's probably time.

If you're a sole proprietor with simple finances and you're consistent about it, good software might be enough for now.

Not sure where you fall? We're happy to talk it through and point you in the right direction.

💡 Tax Tip: Salary or dividends, which is right for you?If you own an incorporated business, how you pay yourself is one ...
08/14/2026

💡 Tax Tip: Salary or dividends, which is right for you?

If you own an incorporated business, how you pay yourself is one of the most important decisions you'll make, and the answer isn't one-size-fits-all.

Both options come with their own tax considerations, and what works best depends entirely on your personal situation, your business income, and your goals.

That's exactly where we come in. We'll sit down with you, run the numbers on both approaches, and help you understand which path makes the most sense for where you are right now.

No guessing. No pressure. Just a clear picture so you can make an informed decision.

400+ businesses. 17+ years. Countless milestones shared together.When we say we're in your corner, we mean it. Since 200...
08/11/2026

400+ businesses. 17+ years. Countless milestones shared together.

When we say we're in your corner, we mean it. Since 2008, the team at Swain (now Swain Mansfield Eldridge CPA) has had the honour of walking alongside owner-operators across Canada through the big moments and the everyday ones.

We don't just do your books. We show up as a real partner, the kind that understands your business, knows your goals, and genuinely cares about your success.

If you're building something and want a team that's truly invested in where you're headed, we'd love to connect.

Address

5112 Prince Street
Halifax, NS
B4V2S7

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19025431044

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