Biography

Mavis Wu joined Zeifmans in 2006. She received her professional designations as a Certified General Accountant in 2008 and as a Chartered Professional Accountant (Certified General Accountant) in 2014. Mavis completed the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants In-depth Tax Course in 2014.

Mavis has more than 16 years of experience in providing accounting and tax advisory services to clients in a wide range of industries including retail, restaurant, real estate development, medical and other professionals, financial services, and not-for-profit organizations. She also assists clients in tax planning, tax minimization strategies, tax compliance, tax reporting, voluntary disclosures and CRA audits.

Education

  • B.A. - Jinan University, Guangzhou, P.R. China
  • Chartered Professional Accountant (Certified General Accountant) – CPA Ontario
  • Certified General Accountant – CGA Ontario
  • Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants In-depth Tax Course

Areas of Specialization

  • Accounting
  • Taxation
  • Domestic tax planning with a focus on tax efficient minimization strategies
  • Estate & succession planning
  • Charitable organizations and foundations tax compliance
  • Voluntary disclosures
  • Foreign reporting requirements in Canada

Industry Experience

  • Real Estate
  • Not-for-Profit and Charities
  • Owner-managed businesses
  • Legal, medical and other professional services
  • Financial services
  • Privately-held small & medium sized businesses
  • Restaurant industry
  • Retail