Tax Preparation & Software Training

Expert-Led Tax Preparation & Accounting Software Training

ACI's Tax Preparation Program combines one-on-one instruction with hands-on training in personal and business taxes using industry-leading accounting software. Basic bookkeeping or accounting knowledge is recommended to help students progress confidently through the program.

Tax Preparation Program

Personal & Business Tax Training

Our Tax Preparation Program provides comprehensive training in both personal (T1) and business (T2) tax filing, grounded in current CRA guidelines and real-world filing scenarios.

Personal Tax (T1)

Income sources, deductions, credits, RRSP contributions, capital gains, and complete T1 General preparation.

Corporate Tax (T2)

T2 returns, GIFI codes, small business deductions, SR&ED credits, and year-end closing procedures.

GST/HST Compliance

Collection rules, input tax credits, remittance schedules, and CRA filing requirements for businesses.

Payroll & Deductions

CPP, EI, federal and provincial tax deductions, Records of Employment, and T4/T4A slips.

Tax preparation training

Hands-On Filing Practice

Real case studies using actual CRA forms and current tax year data.

Software Training

Learn the Software Skills Employers Value Most

Our expert instructors guide students through the accounting and tax software used daily in Canadian firms, bookkeeping offices, and CPA practices.

QuickBooks

Canada's most-used small business accounting platform — invoicing, payroll, bank reconciliation, and reporting.

Xero

Cloud-based accounting with real-time bank feeds, multi-currency support, and seamless CRA integration.

TaxCycle

Professional T1/T2 preparation software used by thousands of Canadian tax practitioners and CPA firms.

Our Expert Team

Let's Meet Our Team

Every ACI instructor brings direct industry experience — not just academic credentials. Our team has worked in Canadian tax offices, CPA firms, and corporate finance departments.

Vijay Kapur

CEO / Founder

Over 30 years of experience in Canadian personal and corporate tax preparation. Specializes in T1 and T2 returns, CRA compliance, and practical tax training for working professionals and newcomers across the Niagara region.

Dowarka Persaud

Academic Director

Over 4 decades of experience in accounting, tax, and financial planning. Seasoned professional with extensive expertise in bookkeeping, payroll administration, and financial statement preparation for small and medium-sized businesses throughout Southern Ontario.

Jalpa Bhavsar

Managing Director

Experienced Financial Broker and Academic Leader with over 12 years of expertise in finance, education, and organizational growth. Committed to developing practical, career-oriented training programs that prepare learners for professional excellence.

Hamzaali Motiwala

Accounting Software Instructor

Bringing over 10 years of accounting and bookkeeping experience, combined with practical, hands-on training in accounting software, payroll systems, and day-to-day financial operations used in Canadian workplaces.

Career Outcomes

Where Our Graduates Work

ACI graduates go on to build real careers across accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll in Canadian businesses of every size.

  • Tax Preparer
  • Bookkeeper
  • Payroll Administrator
  • Accounting Clerk
  • CRA Compliance Officer
  • Accounts Payable / Receivable
  • GST/HST Practitioner
Career outcomes

Ready to Start Your Tax Career?

Enroll in ACI's Tax Preparation Program and gain the skills, software experience, and confidence to succeed in the Canadian accounting industry.

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