Our Story
Flipping the script on traditional accounting
Most of the accounting industry hasn’t updated its business model in more than a century. For a lot of accountants, that means weekends and hours of overtime when crunch time hits. They work like superheroes, but also like sheep — moving with the crowd, ticking boxes, filing statements and racking-up billable hours during short, manic sprints. It can be planned for, but it’s not efficient or healthy, and it definitely doesn’t make for a good work-life balance. Do you want important business advice from someone who has just finished 55 consecutive 14-hour days?
At Pursuit, that’s what we’ve decided we won’t do. Instead, we’ve decided to be sensible with who we select as clients to ensure we can perform at our peak and provide maximum impact. Do we work like superheroes? For sure. Like Sheep? No way.
It’s not necessary when you have a business model like ours — dedicated professionals working directly with clients to design and execute financial and tax plans that look past annual filing dates into upcoming months and years.
Tim Miron, CPA, CA
Founder/President
Tim lives in Burlington with his wife and three children. His family loves to travel and entertain friends and family whenever possible. Tim is an avid but awful golfer who spends much of his free time working on his game. Unfortunately, the results have, so far, been limited.
The A-Team
Jamie Elliott, CPA, CA
Senior Manager
Jamie graduated from Wilfred Laurier University in 2013 and became a Chartered Professional Accountant in 2017. Having started his career in public accounting, Jamie transitioned to work within Transaction Advisory Services assisting companies with various financial due diligence engagements regarding historical quality of earnings and working capital requirements at an international firm in Toronto for nearly 6 years before joining Pursuit in September 2023. Jamie thoroughly enjoys working with clients throughout the year to help business owners plan and achieve their bigger, brighter future.
Jamie lives in Burlington with his wife as well as their dog, and is excited to start raising a family and become a new dad. Jamie enjoys leading a healthy active lifestyle with his family as well as travelling. Jamie is also an avid golfer and hockey player.
Allison Gowan,
Client Logistics Coordinator
Allison’s superpower is her ability to make sure every client is taken care of and receive the answers they need. She coordinates every piece of information that flows in and out of Pursuit HQ, which allows the rest of the team to work our magic. Allison is the oil that keeps everything running smoothly.
Marvin Pinero
Originally from the Philippines, Marvin moved to Canada at 12 and now lives in Brantford. He has worked in both municipal and federal government as well as for a local firm. He’s a traveler, hiker, hockey and tennis player and the proud owner of a ridiculous sneaker collection.
Christine Chong
Christine is a cloud-accounting wizard who breaks down barriers between financial tools to ensure access to the reliable, real-time data clients need to optimize their businesses. She lives in Stoney Creek with her family and a menagerie of cats and loves to blow through books at the cottage.
Dhaval Rupareliya
Dhaval is a Commerce graduate and an aspirant for both Indian and Chartered Accountancy and US CPA. He has a lifelong passion for books and literature, finding joy in exploring the vast world of written works as a bibliophile. Dhaval has extensive experience in accountancy and taxation across various business sectors, which he developed while working for Canadian CPA firms. During this time, he enhanced his knowledge of bookkeeping and tax preparation. While he is not working, Dhaval enjoys reading, meditation, cycling, and cooking. He attributes his progress to the sacrifices and support of his parents.
Vishal Vavadiya
After over 4 years of experience in both Canadian and Indian accounting, Vishal brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his practice. With a solid educational foundation having completed inter CMA (India) and currently pursuing his CPA designation, Vishal is dedicated to providing top-notch financial services. He is passionate about helping businesses optimize their financial processes and achieve their goals. Outside of his professional life, Vishal enjoys immersing himself in Indian folk dance and exploring new historical places. He is always eager to discover the rich tapestry of history and culture.
Kashyap Kotwani
Kashyap stands out as a seasoned finance professional with over 5.5 years of versatile experience across India and Canada. Armed with an MBA in Finance, he has navigated diverse roles including a pivotal three-year stint in Canada that sharpened his analytical prowess and strategic insight. Beyond his career, Kashyap is a globetrotter and an avid player of table tennis as well as cricket, embodying a vibrant passion for both professional excellence and personal pursuits.
Ravi Mangroliya
Ravi holds a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce and has completed his intermediate level in Chartered Accountancy (CA). Ravi’s educational background equips him with a strong foundation in financial principles and accounting practices, preparing him for roles that demand analytical rigor and expertise in business finance. Ravi finds fulfillment in unraveling complexities, ensuring accuracy, and contributing to the financial integrity and growth of organizations. This passion drives Ravi’s commitment to continuous learning and excellence in the field of accounting.
Learn more about how we’re changing the business of accounting for the better.
