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We are founded on the belief that giving and caring bring out the best in all of us.

About Rolfe Benson

Your choice for accounting, assurance, tax and financial advisory excellence since 1958.

 

Our founder, David Rolfe, grew up in Vancouver where he attended St. George’s School and graduated in 1949. He articled with a local firm and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1955. In 1958 he founded Rolfe Benson.

David’s legacy is his outstanding dedication and service shown throughout his personal and professional life. He always gave his very best, was very involved in the community and served on the boards of many organizations.

Rolfe Benson LLP has grown from David’s strong commitment to caring and giving to his clients and the Vancouver community. While the city skyline has continued to change and evolve since 1958, our approach has not. We continue to provide professional service with a personal touch in Greater Vancouver.

We are grateful to have so many clients that continue to work with us today that started with Rolfe Benson right from the beginning. Their loyalty spans generations.

Today, we are led by Aaron Kuzik, CPA, CA, our Managing Partner, who inspires and promotes excellence in all we do. We have grown to over 60 employees, comprising partners, managers and technical experts in accounting, assurance and tax.

At Rolfe Benson, we do things differently and we are proud of what we do. We are honoured to call Vancouver home and continue to give back whenever possible. Our plan from the beginning remains our commitment today.

Our Mission

At Rolfe Benson, we foster long term relationships with our clients because we take the necessary time to understand their changing needs.

Since 1958, we have been providing comprehensive accounting and tax solutions and financial advisory services on a first-name basis to businesses, families, charities and not-for-profit organizations throughout the Lower Mainland of Vancouver. We have stayed true to our roots, close to home and connected to our community.

Rolfe Benson’s professional team is here to make a positive difference in your world – today and into the future.

Community

Foundations, charities and not-for-profit organizations face public scrutiny and require the highest levels of due diligence and compliance. Working together, we assist them in managing higher costs with lower revenues while navigating changes in financial standards and reporting guidelines. 


Some of these organizations that we are proud to assist include:
  • Housing societies
  • Museums
  • Arts organizations
  • Senior citizen’s homes
  • Community programs and services
  • Child development centres
  • Religious organizations
  • Professional associations

Our Values

We focus on providing high level service, lasting relationships, community involvement, integrity, professionalism and technical excellence.

Our company applies seven core values in everything we do:

  1. Deliver the highest level of service to every client.
  2. Build relationships that last, not just a portfolio of work.
  3. Dive deeper into our client’s needs as “one size does not fit all”.
  4. Earn trust through integrity and honesty.
  5. Connect with the community and give back.
  6. Treat everyone with respect.
  7. Embody professionalism, diligence and technical excellence.

Our Partners & Principal

An invaluable resource for all your accounting, assurance, tax and financial advisory needs that is supported by a management team with both the technical expertise and depth of experience that rivals the biggest names in the industry.

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Managing Partner

Aaron Kuzik, CPA, CA

Aaron Kuzik joined Rolfe, Benson LLP in 2000 as an articling student and received his Chartered Accountant designation in 2004. He has completed parts I and II of the CICA In-Depth Tax Program. Aaron’s areas of focus include providing accounting, tax, estate planning and business advisory services for privately held companies, corporate groups and not-for-profit entities. Aaron has a hands-on approach with all his clients and provides value through implementing practical solutions. Aaron is a life-long North Shore resident. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife Heidi and their two daughters. Their active lifestyle keeps them busy cheering at soccer games or riding and hiking the trails of the North Shore.
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Partner

Todd Lilley, CPA, CGA, CA

Todd Lilley received his Certified General Accountants designation in 1988 and his Chartered Accountant designation in 1990 and joined Rolfe, Benson LLP in 2004. Todd’s area of practice include business advisory services, audit, tax and related services to small to medium size owner managed businesses as well as not-for-profit organizations with significant experience in real estate enterprises, wholesale and distribution, the hospitality industry and retail. Todd also provides professional training for CPA students within the firm. When not in the office Todd enjoys spending time away with his family.
Partner

Grace Madrazo, CPA, CGA

Grace Madrazo received her Certified General Accountant designation in 2006 and joined Rolfe Benson LLP in 2009. Grace’s area of practice includes providing accounting and tax services to small to medium sized private businesses and to not-for-profit organizations. Grace is also involved with staff training and supervision of staff. When not at the office, you may find Grace playing volleyball, practicing yoga or enjoying the outdoors.
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Partner

Kate Prusova, CPA, CGA

Kate Prusova joined Rolfe Benson LLP in 2001 and received her Certified General Accountant designation in 2002. Kate provides accounting, assurance, tax, estate planning and advisory services to a wide range of owner-managed businesses and their shareholders as well as to not-for-profit organizations. Kate has extensive experience in diverse sectors including retail and service industries, professional services, holding companies, NPO’s and real estate. Kate has over 20 years of experience and is passionate about delivering value-added professional services to her clients. Kate focuses on building trusted relationships which allows her to better understand and advise clients and their businesses. When not advising clients, Kate enjoys hiking, travelling, woodworking, photography and spending time with her family.
Partner

James, Ma, CPA, CA

James Ma joined Rolfe Benson LLP in 2010 and received his Chartered Accountant designation in 2012. James’ area of practice includes providing accounting, tax and advisory services to private small to mid-sized businesses and not-for-profit organizations. James has a broad experience in a number of industries including real estate, wholesale and distribution, manufacturing, professionals, and retail. He also works closely with the firm’s tax group with respect to Canadian resident and non-resident income tax compliance filings. Outside of the office, you may find James golfing, travelling, spending time with his family and dog.
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Partner

Andrew Westman, CPA, CA

Andrew joined Rolfe Benson LLP in 2005 as a student and received his Chartered Accountant designation in 2008. Andrew’s areas of practice includes assurance, accounting, tax and advisory services to small to medium sized private businesses and not-for-profit organizations. Andrew is experienced in a number of industries including high-tech, manufacturing, distribution, recycling, education, real estate, health care and the charitable sector. In addition, Andrew is closely involved in the development and mentorship of the firm’s CPA students. When not in the office Andrew can often be found mountain biking, playing guitar or spending time with his family.
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Principal

Susan Tufts

Susan Tufts has been with Rolfe Benson LLP since 1979 and has been a Principal since 2016. Susan’s area of practice primarily includes incorporated professionals, investment holding companies, owner-managed businesses, not-for-profit organizations, personal taxation and payroll services. Susan is involved in the training and supervision of staff. When not at Rolfe Benson LLP, Susan enjoys travelling and spending time with her four sons.
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Rebecca Lem, CPA, CA

Rebecca Lem received her Chartered Accountant designation in 1989 and joined Rolfe Benson LLP in 2002. Rebecca has significant experience with clients in the distribution, manufacturing, real estate, technology, and professional services sectors as well as clients in the not-for-profit sector. Rebecca’s other activities have included various directorship roles on not-for-profit organization boards. Rebecca is also an avid golfer.
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Tim Saxvik, CPA, CA

Tim Saxvik joined Rolfe Benson LLP in 1987 and received his Chartered Accountant designation in 1990. Tim has extensive experience in a broad range of industries including real estate investment and development, professional services, retail and hospitality and technology. Tim also provides consulting and tax planning services for high net worth individuals and owner managed businesses. Tim is an active boater in the summer and avid skier in the winter.
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Robert Watts, FCPA, FCA

Robert Watts joined Rolfe Benson LLP in 1987 and obtained his Chartered Accountant designation in 1990 and his Fellow of Chartered Accountancy in 2015. Rob worked in the corporate finance department of our previous affiliate office in London, England and has extensive experience in all areas of public practice including estate planning, services, technology, manufacturing, distribution and not-for-profit organizations. Rob Watts was elected managing partner in 2001 and transitioned that position to Aaron Kuzik on 1 January 2024. Rob’s hobbies includes travelling, boating and spending time at his cottage on Pender Island.

Our Expertise

Providing Local Knowledge and Global Reach

Rolfe Benson has affiliations with AGN firms from around the world and can provide the necessary introduction or obtain advice no matter how big or small your needs are for your international business or portfolio.

Our comprehensive accounting solutions and financial advisory services include:

  • Accounting and assurance
  • Tax planning and compliance
  • Estate planning
  • Management and advisory
  • Non-Residents of Canada
  • Charities and Not-for-Profits
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