Our Story

Chronicling Your Financial Success Story

Who We Are

Look, we're not gonna pretend we're some stuffy old accounting firm that's been around since 1952. Mystral Chronicle started in 2019 when a bunch of us got tired of watching small businesses drown in spreadsheets and shoeboxes full of receipts.

We're a Vancouver-based crew who realized that accounting doesn't have to feel like a root canal. With cloud tech finally catching up to what businesses actually need, we jumped in headfirst. Now we help companies across BC keep their books clean without the headaches.

The "Chronicle" part? That's 'cause we see ourselves as the folks documenting your financial journey - the ups, the downs, and everything in between. We're here for the long haul.

Our Journey

From startup to your trusted financial partner

2019

The Beginning

Started with just three of us and a dream to make bookkeeping less painful. Operated out of a cramped shared office space on Hastings Street. Had maybe 12 clients, all referrals from friends who needed help with their taxes.

2020

Going Digital

COVID hit and honestly? Best thing that could've happened for our business model. Everyone suddenly needed cloud solutions. We pivoted hard, got our QuickBooks certifications sorted, and helped dozens of businesses move their books online while they figured out remote work.

2022

Major Growth

Moved into our current spot on West Pender. Brought on four more team members. Started specializing in tech startups and e-commerce businesses - turns out we're pretty good at helping companies that operate mostly online. Got our CRA registration upgraded too.

2024

Strategic Expansion

Added payroll management and business advisory services. Started hosting monthly workshops for small business owners. Hit 150+ active clients and we're still growing. Built out our automated reporting systems so clients can see their numbers in real-time.

2025

Today & Tomorrow

We're now a team of 11, serving businesses across British Columbia. Launched our client portal that makes tax season way less stressful. Still learning, still growing, and still committed to making accounting something you don't dread.

Meet The Team

The people who actually do the work

Sarah Chen, CPA

Founder & Managing Partner

Started Mystral after spending 8 years at a big firm where she realized most small businesses were getting ignored. Now she spends her days building systems that actually make sense and drinking way too much coffee. Got her CPA in 2014 and hasn't looked back.

CPA Certified Tax Specialist

Marcus Thompson

Senior Bookkeeping Specialist

Marcus joined us in 2020 and immediately became the QuickBooks guru. He's the guy who can untangle literally any mess you throw at him. Former small business owner himself, so he gets what you're dealing with. Certified in basically every cloud accounting platform out there.

QuickBooks ProAdvisor Cloud Systems

Priya Sharma, CPA, CA

Tax & Compliance Director

Priya handles everything CRA-related so you don't have to. She's saved more than a few clients from audit nightmares. Previously worked in corporate tax but switched to working with smaller businesses because, in her words, "the work actually matters here." She's also weirdly good at explaining GST/HST stuff.

CPA, CA Tax Compliance

Jamie Liu

Payroll & Advisory Manager

Jamie came on board in 2023 to build out our payroll services. They're the person who makes sure everyone gets paid on time and that all those CRA remittances happen without drama. Also does strategic planning sessions with clients - turns out having an MBA and actual empathy is a rare combo.

MBA Payroll Certified Business Advisory

Credentials & Partnerships

We've got the paperwork to back up what we do

CRA Registered

Authorized tax preparers and electronic filers with Canada Revenue Agency

CPA Members

Multiple team members hold CPA designations through CPA Canada

QuickBooks ProAdvisors

Certified partners with Intuit QuickBooks for enterprise solutions

Insured & Bonded

Professional liability coverage and bonding for your protection

Our Approach

We're not gonna sugarcoat it - accounting can be boring. But it doesn't have to be confusing or stressful. We use plain English, respond to emails like normal humans, and actually explain what we're doing with your books. No jargon, no judgment if things are messy, just solid work and straight talk.

We're also big believers in automation and cloud tech. Not because it's trendy, but because it means you can see your numbers anytime, we can catch issues faster, and nobody has to deal with paper receipts anymore. Plus it's 2025 - if your accountant is still faxing stuff, maybe it's time for an upgrade.

Why Work With Us?

We Actually Respond

Emails within 24 hours. Calls returned same day. Wild concept for accountants, we know.

Fixed Pricing

No surprise bills. You'll know what you're paying before we start.

Real Expertise

We've handled thousands of tax returns, fixed countless bookkeeping disasters, and we're good at it.

Local & Available

Based in Vancouver, serving all of BC. Meet in person or handle everything online - your call.

Ready to Get Started?

Let's talk about your books. First consultation is free, no pressure.

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