Let us help with the paddling!
We get it – sometimes accounting work can get so overwhelming that it makes you feel like you are drowning. Maybe you have absolutely no idea where to even start. Maybe you know how to do the work, but just don’t have the time right now (or simply don’t want to, which is perfectly understandable). Whatever your reasons, we are glad you found us.
Kara Chen, the founder of Canoe Consulting, is an active CPA with more than twelve years of experience in audit, accounting and finance. Kara has helped clients ranging from startups with one employee to billion dollar, public companies in projects ranging from basic accounting/bookkeeping to complicated technical accounting analyses and financial modeling. Kara finds it extremely satisfying to find order and meaning in what appears to be a gobbledygook of numbers.
What we are about.
Reliable
Accounting work stops for no one. We want to be the partner that you can trust to get work done timely, well, and with integrity.
Transparent
Clear communication is key to a strong partnership. We strive to be transparent, whether it’s in pricing, expectations, feedback or advice. We also believe in clear documentation, so if you ever choose to leave us (we hope not!), your next accountant should be able to understand our work.
Approachable
We believe that numbers should tell a story and that a person shouldn’t need an accounting degree to understand it. We want our deliverables to be more than just numbers on a page (unless, of course, you only want numbers on a page) and will take the time to answer any questions.
Scalable
We understand that businesses at different stages have different needs. No matter the size of your business, we want to be your partner. If you are growing, we will grow with you. If you are scaling back, we will scale back with you.
What’s with the red and white canoe?
The red and white canoe is a tatara (tatala). The Yami people of Lanyu, or Orchid Island, use them for fishing, especially for catching flying fish. These beautiful canoes can be found on beaches throughout the island, as seen in the photo on the front page. The time and effort, and the attention to detail to make these unique canoes is the inspiration for Canoe Consulting. For more fascinating information on tataras and the Yami people, please visit: