Interested in joining our team?
Check out our latest postings and learn more about what Clearline has to offer.
Interested in joining our team?
Check out our latest postings and learn more about what Clearline has to offer.
Scott Goodrich is a Manager at Clearline CPA working with both Assurance and Private Enterprise clients, with a primary focus on assurance engagements. He is committed to helping businesses reach their goals by ensuring financial information is clear, practical, and meaningful for owner-managers and decision-makers. Scott values making accounting understandable and usable, enabling clients to confidently navigate their financial and operational decisions.
Scott holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and a CPA designation, and brings experience supporting both owner-managed businesses and not-for-profit organizations. His background across multiple entity types allows him to approach engagements with a balanced perspective and an understanding of the diverse challenges organizations face.
Since joining Clearline, Scott has appreciated the collaborative culture and the people he works alongside, valuing the supportive and team-oriented environment. Outside of work, he enjoys attending concerts, spending time at his kids’ activities, traveling, and playing board and card games.
Mazie Tsia, a Tax Manager at Clearline CPA, holds a CPA designation and brings over 20 years of experience in public practice. Specializing in corporate reorganization within Clearline’s Tax Group, Mazie is passionate about helping clients grow and achieve their goals through thoughtful planning and strategic insight. She holds a Bachelor’s of Technology in Accounting from BCIT, completed the CA School of Business Program, and advanced her expertise with the In-Depth Tax Program. Mazie’s background includes 18 years in Private Enterprise and 3 years in specialized tax work, which gives her a well-rounded perspective on the complexities her clients face. She appreciates Clearline’s commitment to continuous learning and the team-focused environment, which enables her to expand her knowledge and build stronger client relationships. Outside of work, Mazie enjoys spending time with her family, exploring new movies, and traveling the world in search of great food.
With over 14 years of experience in public practice, Bhavika Khatri is a Manager in Clearline CPA’s Private Enterprise Group, specializing in compilations and tax services for small to medium-sized businesses. Bhavika holds a double major in Accounting and Financial Management & Information Systems from the University of the South Pacific in Fiji and brings extensive expertise in reviews, compilations, and corporate tax across diverse industries, including construction, manufacturing, and incorporated professionals. Bhavika is passionate about learning and delivering exceptional client service, values that align well with Clearline’s supportive environment and commitment to continuous training. She appreciates the team culture and opportunities for professional growth at Clearline. Outside of work, Bhavika enjoys baking, gardening, traveling, and visiting family in Fiji.
Simran Brar, a CPA and Manager in Clearline CPA’s Private Enterprise Group, is dedicated to building strong client relationships and staying informed on the latest industry trends and tax updates. Known for her collaborative spirit, Simran enjoys connecting with clients and values teamwork, often bouncing ideas with colleagues to tackle complex challenges. Simran graduated with a BBA in Accounting in April 2020, entered the CPA program later that year, and achieved her CPA designation in January 2023 after successfully completing the CFE. She appreciates Clearline’s commitment to its people and clients and its emphasis on work-life balance. Outside of work, Simran enjoys spending time with friends and family and exploring new places.
Alvin Fung, a CPA and Manager in Clearline CPA’s Private Enterprise Group, specializes in compilations and tax services for small to medium-sized businesses, as well as personal tax. With a passion for problem-solving, Alvin enjoys building trust with clients, understanding their needs, and helping them achieve their financial goals. Alvin holds a Bachelor’s in Business Administration with a major in accounting from Simon Fraser University and brings 5 years of experience to his role, including 3 years with Concert CPA and 2 years at Clearline CPA. He values the collaborative environment at Clearline and appreciates the continual learning opportunities available through professional development and hands-on experience. Outside of work, Alvin enjoys playing badminton and traveling to explore new places.
Raymond is a Senior Manager at Clearline CPA, holding a CPA designation. Working within the Private Enterprise Group, Raymond’s primary focus is on supporting privately-owned businesses with comprehensive tax planning and strategic financial guidance. He is passionate about helping small business owners scale their enterprises while maximizing savings through effective tax strategies. With a decade of experience in accounting and finance across both small and midsize firms, as well as a year as a Controller in industry, Raymond brings a wealth of knowledge and practical expertise to his role. He chose Clearline CPA for its collaborative environment, where like-minded professionals come together to provide mentorship and leverage firm resources to benefit both clients and staff. He particularly values the opportunity to engage with clients from a financial advisory perspective, helping them make informed decisions for their businesses. Outside of work, Raymond is a running enthusiast who enjoys spending quality time with his family.
Jennifer Scott, a Principal at Clearline brings a wealth of expertise in Private Enterprise and Assurance, holding designations as a CPA and CGA. Jennifer’s focus at Clearline includes conducting reviews, compilations, and providing tax services tailored to owner-manager businesses and partnerships, with a keen interest in industries such as professionals, manufacturing, real estate, and services. Her commitment to exceptional client service is evident through her proactive approach to staying updated on evolving accounting standards and tax legislation, thereby making her clients’ lives easier Jennifer’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Commerce from UBC with a major in Accounting, followed by over 15 years of experience in public practice, specializing in private enterprise. She appreciates the supportive environment at Clearline and enjoys various activities outside of work, including travelling, cheering on her children in sports like soccer, baseball, and volleyball, indulging in long walks with her dog while listening to podcasts, spending quality time with loved ones, and exploring her passion for baking through experimenting with new recipes.
Charmaine Pirrie, a Senior Manager at Clearline is a CPA and CA (SA) with a background in audit and review engagements. With experience from Grant Thornton and D&Co, she brings expertise in private company audits and values Clearline’s supportive environment and technical resources. Charmaine also finds fulfillment in delving into her clients’ businesses to provide tailored services, ensuring meticulous audit and review procedures. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family, going for walks, and swimming.
Deepeka Dhillon, a Manager at Clearline, holds a CPA designation with a focus in Private Enterprise and Tax. Her primary responsibilities include compliance, corporate restructuring, and, estate and succession planning. Deepeka’s passion lies in continuous learning, enabling her to provide tailored solutions to clients’ unique needs. With a CPA designation and completion of the CPA in-depth tax program, she brings a strong educational background to her role at Clearline. Deepeka values the countless opportunities at Clearline to expand her knowledge in the complex world of tax. Outside work, she enjoys spending time with her beloved Jack Russell Terrier, Opie.
Raj Momrath, a Senior Tax Manager at Clearline, is a CPA, CA specializing in Canadian Tax. With a focus on Canadian tax planning, corporate reorganizations, estate planning, and providing business advice, Raj caters to a diverse clientele, including small owner-manager companies, high-net-worth individuals and large privately held multinational firms. His passion lies in helping Canadian owner-manager businesses and their shareholders minimize their overall tax obligations while navigating disputes with the Canada Revenue Agency and ensuring compliance with the complex Canadian tax system. Raj’s professional journey includes prior experience in PwC’s tax group, where he obtained his Chartered Accountant designation and then some time at some mid-sized firms. Raj completed the CPA Canada InDepth Tax course in 2017 strengthening his knowledge of Canadian tax. At Clearline, Raj appreciates working alongside knowledgeable colleagues and enjoys spending quality time with his wife and two sons and attending and volunteering with their sports activities. In his leisure time, Raj indulges in barbequing, golfing, and spending time outdoors, finding relaxation and enjoyment in these pursuits.
Simon Udell is an Assurance Manager at Clearline CPA, where he oversees audit and review engagements and works closely with clients throughout the engagement lifecycle. His role includes managing engagement progress, communicating key matters, and liaising with Principals to ensure files are delivered efficiently and to a high standard. Simon enjoys tackling complex assurance issues and approaches problem-solving as a puzzle, bringing a thoughtful and analytical mindset to his work.
Simon holds a Bachelor’s degree from Simon Fraser University with a major in Economics and a minor in Business, and has completed CPA PREP and CPA PEP. His educational background and assurance-focused experience equip him to navigate technical requirements while maintaining a practical, client-focused approach.
He values the opportunity to learn continuously at Clearline and appreciates working directly with Principals in an environment that emphasizes open communication and collaboration. Outside of work, Simon enjoys staying active through golf, hockey, tennis, and skiing, as well as relaxing on a patio with friends.
Annelie Vistica, a Principal at Clearline, is a CPA and CA with a strong background in private enterprise and assurance. With a Bachelor of Accountancy from the University of Stellenbosch in South Africa and extensive experience in tax, Annelie brings expertise in business setup, growth planning, and estate transitioning. She is passionate about engaging with clients to support them through various business stages, from inception to succession planning. Annelie values the supportive environment at Clearline, where she appreciates colleagues’ assistance in tax and assurance. Outside work, she enjoys spending time with her family and dog, exploring nature, visiting family in the Okanagan, and travelling the world.
Michael is a Senior Manager in Private Enterprise, carrying out reviews, compilations, and tax services for small- to medium-sized businesses. With a Bachelor of Commerce specializing in finance and a Diploma in Accounting, backed by over a decade of accounting experience, Michael is a trusted advisor who helps clients’ businesses succeed. Outside of the office, Michael enjoys spending time with family, trying out different restaurants in the city, and building and collecting mechanical keyboards.
As Clearline’s HR Manager, Ameeta supports our firm’s greatest resource—our staff. With a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources and over 7 years of HR experience in various industries, she ensures all employees have a positive experience at Clearline. Ameeta’s focuses include recruitment, performance management, employee relations, program and policy development, and employee engagement. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling and spending time with friends and family.
Jason was born in Korea, moved to Canada in 2007 and joined Clearline in October of 2019.
In 2013, Jason attended UBC, majoring in Asian Area Studies with a minor in International Relations. After developing a passion for business, Jason earned his Diploma in Accounting in 2020.
In his free time, Jason can be found writing songs and hanging out with friends.
Grishma joined Clearline in October 2019, after working for seven years as an accounting assistant in a small accounting firm. She holds a Bachelor of Business Studies degree from the University in Nepal where she grew up. Currently, she is enrolled in Post Degree Diploma in Accounting at Douglas College.
Outside of the office, Grishma loves dancing and participating in cultural dance programs. She also enjoys watching movies and spending outdoor in the summer with family and friends.
Shane is a Principal and works in Tax, with a focus on corporate reorganizations, estate planning, and succession planning. He helps businesses and their shareholders minimize income tax and creates business structures that are functional for both business and tax purposes. Shane has over 20 years of tax planning experience, has completed the InDepth Tax courses, and teaches tax courses for CPABC. Outside of the tax world, Shane spends time with his spouse, two kids and dog.
Simran joined Clearline CPA in May 2018 as a co-op student and was hired upon completing her Bachelors of Business Administration in Accounting at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. Currently, Simran’s main focus is to obtain her CPA designation.
Since joining Clearline, Simran has gained an invaluable amount of knowledge and experience. She is able to apply this in her schoolwork as well as her everyday life. She is excited to continue her journey and grow with the company.
Outside of work, Simran is an avid traveler. She has crossed Italy, France, Germany and Spain off her bucket list, but hopes to explore more. She also enjoys reading a good book and spending time with family and friends.
Justin is a Principal in Assurance and focuses on reviews and audits for private enterprises and not-for-profit organizations. Backed by his Chartered Accountant designation, along with a BA (with an emphasis in accounting) and an MBA, he interacts with a variety of businesses and organizations and assists them with their unique challenges. Outside of work, Justin enjoys golf, hockey, and hanging out with his family.
Rebecca Dhillon grew up in Tsawwassen, where she developed an entrepreneurial mindset early on while helping her family grow the two garden centres started by her grandparents. From a young age, she observed that whenever her family had questions or needed guidance, their first call was always to their Chartered Accountant. That consistent reliance on trusted professional advice sparked her interest in pursuing a career in accounting.
While Rebecca knew what she wanted to become, determining the path to get there was less clear. She chose BCIT to complete her Bachelor of Technology in Accounting, a decision she considers one of the best she has made. During her time at BCIT, Rebecca was highly involved in student life and spent her final year serving as President of the Student Association, an experience she found both challenging and rewarding.
After gaining three years of experience in public practice at a mid-size firm, Rebecca joined Clearline CPA. She was drawn to Clearline’s culture, which she describes as open, intuitive, and genuinely caring. The firm’s support and encouragement were especially meaningful as she celebrated earning her CPA designation in 2018.
Outside of work, Rebecca can often be found exploring the Lower Mainland with her dogs. When she is not out and about, she enjoys experimenting with new recipes in her kitchen or spending time in a dance studio learning ballroom dance.
Born and raised in Surrey, Deepeka obtained her Bachelor of Technology in Accounting from BCIT in 2015. Prior to joining Clearline Chartered Professional Accountants, she worked as a bookkeeper for two small businesses and later became a junior accountant for a larger organization.
Knowing there was a lot more she wanted to learn, she decided to pursue public practice – which lead her to join Clearline in April 2017. Deepeka was one of Clearline’s successful CFE writers in 2018 and obtained her CPA designation in 2020. Currently, Deepeka is a Senior in the compilation world and is excited to see herself grow in her role.
Outside of the office, Deepeka tries spending as much time as possible outdoors, whether it be hiking, snowboarding, or just being a complete foodie.
As an Assurance Manager, Kathleen focuses on review and audit engagements for both for-profit and non-profit entities. In addition to her CPA designation, she has a Bachelor’s in Business Administration with a major in Accounting from Kwantlen Polytechnic University. As well, she’s passionate about education and strengthening the Clearline team through training and teaching. In her free time, Kathleen loves to travel.
Tom, a Principal at Clearline CPA, primarily focuses on the provision of assurance (audit and review engagement) services to companies in sectors such as manufacturing, construction, real estate, wealth management and financial services. Tom is passionate about assurance services and the benefits that these processes can provide to the organizations he works with. Originally from Ontario, he obtained his accounting designation while articling as an auditor at a mid-sized firm in Ottawa working with both private enterprises and not-for-profit organizations. Subsequently, Tom moved to Bermuda where he joined an international accounting firm in their investments and banking audit department. While in Bermuda, his focus was in auditing investment funds, banking organizations, and related service companies.
Tom is also a co-founder of Clearline Consulting which provides file monitoring, professional development, assurance planning and on-going consulting services to CPA firms and practitioners, helping them succeed and build thriving practices.
Tom is the Treasurer for Vancouver Adaptive Snow Sports which runs skiing and snowboarding programs for persons with a disability at Grouse, Seymour and Cypress Mountains. Outside of the office, Tom enjoys golfing, skiing and traveling with his family and friends.
Bridget, a Principal at Clearline CPA, primarily focuses on the provision of assurance (audit and review engagement) services to not-for-profit organizations. Bridget is passionate about education and helping the organizations members, committees, directors and/or board members in the understanding of all matters related to the accounting and auditing processes. Bridget was with a mid-size firm in Vancouver for 12 years working with both public, private and not-for-profit organizations as a senior manager in the accounting and auditing department.
Bridget is also a co-founder of Clearline Consulting which provides file monitoring, professional development, assurance planning and on-going consulting services to CPA firms and practitioners, helping them succeed and build thriving practices.
Outside of the office, Bridget enjoy traveling and spending time with her family and friends.
A Principal within the Private Enterprise and Tax practice, Gurbir specializes in navigating the regulatory complexities of corporate compliance and implementing strategic tax planning for privately held corporations. His expertise spans intricate mandates, including corporate restructurings, estate and succession planning, and mergers and acquisitions, alongside a broad range of specialized tax advisory services. Having earned his CPA designation and completed the CPA In-Depth Tax Program, Gurbir is a dedicated advisor who finds purpose in translating the complexities of the tax landscape into clear, actionable strategies for his clients. Beyond his professional pursuits, he values quality time spent with his family and friends.
Born in Poland, and raised in Surrey. Kasia joined Clearline Chartered Professional Accountants, in 2017, as an office administrator.
Prior to her position with Clearline, she worked as a legal administrative receptionist/assistant for a personal injury law firm.
She has 9 years of office/administration experience, providing excellent support to Partners and Managers.
Kasia has proven to be indispensable in managing schedules and resources while innovating successful projects to improve office support.
When Kasia is not in the office, she is exploring the outdoors with her family and their little Yorkie, Julio.
As Operational Manager, Kris handles the day-to-day operations of the firm. With over 33 years of experience in the accounting administration world, she’s a forward-thinker who stays on top of our firm’s ever-evolving needs. When not in the office, you can find her RVing and spending time outdoors.
As Clearline’s Finance Manager, Arwen manages the firms’ monthly and annual accounting, planning and reporting processes. With a Bachelor of Arts with Honours from Queen’s University and a Diploma in Accounting from UBC, plus 11 years of human resources and accounting experience, she enjoys being a part of the big picture and working towards the overall success of the firm. Outside of Clearline, Arwen likes to camp, travel, flyfish and read.
Dave is a Principal and works in Private Enterprise, with a focus on corporate tax, succession planning, and estate planning. He works to understand his clients, to bring clarity to their specific goals, and to help design a tax plan for their specific corporate and family needs. Dave has a Bachelor of Business Administration from Trinity Western University, wrote the UFE in 2012, designated as a Charted Accountant in 2013, and joined Clearline in 2010 following two-and-a-half years at a mid-size firm. Outside of Clearline, Dave shares life with his wife and two daughters—camping, riding bikes, exploring new places and finding adventures wherever possible.
Baljit is a Senior Manager in Private Enterprise, specializing in land development/real estate and professional services. With over 25 years of experience in public practice, she’s passionate about finding solutions for her clients. Outside of work, she enjoys hanging out with her son and walking the trails of her beautiful city.
Jeff is a Principal in Private Enterprise, providing tax and accounting advice, estate and succession planning and general business advice. He works with owners of private companies across all industries, but specializes in professionals, real estate development/construction, investment companies and manufacturing, wholesale and retail. As a business owner and Chartered Professional Accountant with a Bachelor of Administration, Jeff works with clients to clarify their goals, develop strategies to achieve them, and give the confidence needed to make the best decisions, both in the moment and for the future. When not in the office, Jeff loves exploring and experiencing new things with friends and family.
Bilal, a Principal at Clearline Chartered Professional Accountants, primarily focuses on income tax and succession planning for Canadian owner-managed businesses in various industries. Bilal received his Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Victoria and obtained his CA designation in 2005.
Prior to Clearline, he worked in the tax group of a large international accounting firm in Vancouver and a mid-sized accounting firm located in the Fraser Valley.
Outside of the office, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. He enjoys outdoor activities such as golf and spending time with his family and friends.