Zeifman & Company,

What Zeifman & Company, does

Zeifmans LLP is a Toronto-based, privately held limited liability partnership founded in 1959, operating as a full-service accounting, tax, and advisory firm. The firm delivers professional services across five core service lines — audit and accounting, tax planning and compliance, corporate finance and M&A advisory, corporate recovery and insolvency, and estates/trusts/wealth management — supplemented by specialized practices in going public (IPO), family business office, succession planning, personal insolvency, and SR&ED tax credit claims. Service delivery is partner-led and engagement-based, with pricing quoted per engagement and not publicly disclosed. The firm employs more than 180 professionals supporting over 13,000 clients, of which more than 4,000 are private companies, many served across multiple generations.

The firm maintains a head office in Toronto and a second office in Grand Cayman (Zeifmans Cayman) authorized to audit Cayman Islands hedge funds. Through its membership in Nexia International — a network of 3,400+ partners across 120+ countries — Zeifmans gains inbound and outbound cross-border referral capability without standing up full overseas offices. Industry vertical coverage spans financial services (hedge funds, broker-dealers, PE funds), manufacturing, healthcare professionals, real estate and development, technology and start-ups, retail, warehousing, sports and entertainment, charities and not-for-profits, and emerging industries including cannabis, psychedelics, and plant protein. The firm is approved as a CIRO panel auditor and serves Israeli companies seeking listings on Canadian exchanges through a partnership with Strauss Lazer & Company of Tel Aviv.

The business model is professional services fees billed against engagement scope, with revenue distributed across a diversified client base and multiple service lines. Go-to-market is primarily direct partner-led selling, supplemented by Nexia cross-referrals, content marketing (insights blog, webinars, podcast), community engagement, and word-of-mouth through multigenerational relationships. No external funding or PE/VC sponsorship is disclosed; ownership remains with partners including members of the founding Zeifman family. The firm received Top 10 Accounting Service Firm in Canada recognition from Business Management Review Magazine in 2024. No proprietary technology platform, AI/ML capability, or software product is disclosed; the offering is human-advisory services delivered by credentialed professionals.

Name

Zeifman & Company,

Legal name

Zeifmans LLP

Website

https://zeifmans.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1959

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Zeifmans LLP is a Toronto-based full-service accounting, tax, and advisory firm founded in 1959. Its 180+ professionals serve more than 13,000 clients across audit, tax, corporate finance, insolvency, wealth management, and emerging-industry advisory, with international reach via Nexia network membership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Accounting and Tax Advisory

NAICS

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (54), Management Consulting Services (54161), Portfolio Management and Investment Advice (523940)

SIC

Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700), Services-Management Consulting Services (8742), Investment Advice (6282)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAHAOAB

Transaction Services (Financial, Tax & Commercial Due Diligence)

Business & Public Services/Professional Services (Legal, Accounting, Consulting)/M&A, Transaction & Restructuring Advisory

SECONDARYBPAHADAC

M&A Advisory (Buy-side/Sell-side)

Business & Public Services/Professional Services (Legal, Accounting, Consulting)/Strategy & Corporate Finance Advisory

SECONDARYFSAEAGAH

Cross-Border M&A Advisory

Financial & Insurance/Financial Advisory, Brokerage & Intermediation/M&A Advisory & Corporate Finance

Keywords

• Audit and accounting
• Tax planning services
• Corporate finance advisory
• Wealth management services
• Insolvency and turnaround

Headquarters

HQ city

Toronto

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Audit and Accounting Services: Assurance, auditing (ASPE/IFRS financial statements), review engagements, and accounting compliance services billed on a professional services fee basis.
2. Tax Planning and Compliance Services: Corporate tax, personal tax, international/cross-border tax, HST/GST, tax credits (SR&ED), and CRA audit defense. Billed as professional service engagements.
3. Corporate Finance and M&A Services: Business valuation, mergers and acquisitions advisory, business brokerage, going public (IPO) support, and corporate finance consulting. Revenue is generated through professional service fees on transactions.
4. Corporate Recovery, Turnaround and Insolvency Services: Corporate recovery, insolvency proceedings, turnaround management, and crisis management advisory under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act.
5. Estate, Trust and Wealth Management Services: Estate planning, trust structuring, succession planning, family office services, and wealth management for high-net-worth individuals and family businesses.
6. Family Business Office Services: Acting as outsourced family CFO covering governance, tax strategy, wealth management, succession planning, and asset protection for family-operated enterprises.
7. Cross-border and International Business Services: Advisory for Israeli companies listing on Canadian exchanges, international business structuring, and cross-border tax planning between Canada, US, and other jurisdictions.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Zeifmans LLP is a full-service tax, accounting, and consulting firm headquartered in Toronto, Canada, providing audit and assurance, tax planning and compliance, corporate finance and M&A advisory, corporate recovery and insolvency, estate and trust planning, wealth management, succession planning, and IPO advisory services. The firm serves more than 13,000 clients including over 4,000 private companies across multiple industries, with international reach delivered through its Nexia global network membership. Services are delivered by more than 180 professionals on a partner-led, engagement-based model.

Product overview

Zeifmans is a full-service tax, accounting, and consulting firm offering a comprehensive portfolio of professional services organized around core accounting offerings (Audit and Accounting, Tax Planning, Wealth Management), advisory services (Corporate Finance/M&A, Corporate Recovery and Insolvency, Corporate Turnaround Management), and specialized practices (Estates and Trusts, Family Business Office, Going Public/IPO, International Business, Succession Planning). The firm also maintains dedicated industry verticals serving Technology and Start-ups, Emerging Industries (Cannabis and Psychedelics), Sports and Entertainment, Financial Services, Healthcare Professionals, Manufacturing, Charities and Not-for-Profits, Real Estate, Retail, and Warehousing and Distribution. Services are delivered through over 180 professionals supporting more than 13,000 clients, with international reach through Nexia network membership.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Audit and Accounting Audit, review engagements, and accounting compliance services (ASPE/IFRS financial statements) for private companies, public issuers, and financial institutions.
• Tax Planning Integrated corporate, personal, cross-border, international, HST/GST, and SR&ED tax credit planning and compliance, including CRA audit defense.
• Corporate Finance Services Business valuation, mergers and acquisitions advisory, business brokerage, prospectus development, and management consulting for buying or selling businesses.
• Corporate Recovery and Insolvency Informal debt restructuring and formal insolvency appointments under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA).
• Corporate Turnaround Management Internal restructuring, operational diagnosis, and creditor negotiations for under-performing middle-market enterprises.
• Estates and Trusts Estate and trust planning, including tax minimization strategies, for the seamless transfer of wealth across generations.
• Family Business Office Outsourced family CFO services including wealth management, succession planning, asset protection, tax strategy, governance, and retirement planning for family-operated enterprises.
• Going Public (IPO) Advisory services for companies preparing for an IPO, including structuring offerings, selecting investment dealers, and navigating audit and IFRS transition requirements.
• High Net-Worth Individuals Strategic wealth planning and financial management for high-net-worth investors, owner-operators, and family businesses, including tax, estate, and back-office support.
• International Business Advisory for accessing North American capital markets, including TSX and TSX Venture Exchange listings, delivered through the Nexia international network.
• Owner Managed Businesses Business advisory for entrepreneurs and mid-sized corporations covering business planning, SR&ED tax credits, M&A support, and succession planning.
• Personal Insolvency and Proposals Consumer proposals, bankruptcy proceedings, and creditor negotiations for individuals facing financial challenges.
• SR&ED and Government Incentives Assistance with Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) tax credit claims and other government incentive programs for Canadian enterprises engaged in R&D.
• Succession Planning Strategic planning for passing on leadership and business ownership across generations, including tax-advantaged transition strategies.
• Wealth Management Wealth preservation and creation strategies including investment management, tax minimization, estate planning, and family financial advisory.
• Cross-border Services: Israeli Companies Accounting and advisory services for Israeli firms looking to list on Canadian exchanges, leveraging Canada–Israel political and economic ties.

Quantifiable outcome

• Saved $475,000 in capital gains taxes for a couple selling a family farm through strategic use of historical tax filings
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles8 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and flagship.

• Almonty Industries Inc. (auditor appointment)minorOthers · 9 June 2026Zeifmans LLP was reappointed as auditor of Almonty Industries Inc. at its annual general meeting of shareholders. All seven director nominees were elected and shareholder proposals received strong support.
• Seegnal Inc. (auditor appointment)minorOthers · 9 March 2026Zeifmans LLP was appointed as successor auditor to Seegnal Inc. (a TSX Venture Exchange-listed SaaS clinical decision support company) effective March 9, 2026, following the resignation of Kesselman & Kesselman (a PwC member firm). The appointment is subject to review by securities commissions in Alberta, Ontario, and British Columbia.
• NexiacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerZeifmans LLP is a member firm of Nexia, a leading worldwide network of independent accounting and consulting firms with over 3,400 partners across more than 120 countries. Nexia membership enables Zeifmans to provide global reach to its clients and participate in international referrals and cross-border assignments.
• Schulich StartupsflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerZeifmans collaborates with Schulich Startups as part of its startup ecosystem support, working alongside founders from the earliest stages to help build strong financial foundations, navigate growth, and access resources needed to scale. The firm also works with innovative companies like Pycap through this community.
• Strauss Lazer & Company (Tel Aviv)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerZeifmans maintains a close professional relationship with Strauss Lazer & Company of Tel Aviv, a leading mid-sized accounting firm and fellow Nexia member. This partnership supports Zeifmans' Israeli companies practice and facilitates referrals for companies seeking to do business in Canada.
• Jack.org (Jack Ride)flagshipOthersZeifmans is a long-standing partner of Jack.org, Canada's only charity training and empowering young leaders to revolutionize mental health. Zeifmans participates in Jack Ride (Canada's Ride for Youth Mental Health), matching funds and mobilizing to raise tens of thousands of dollars annually for youth mental health programs.
• Chai Lifeline CanadaflagshipOthersZeifmans supports Chai Lifeline Canada, which is devoted to alleviating the burden for children facing medical challenges and their families. The partnership involves volunteer and fundraising support.
• Toronto Firefighters Toy DriveminorOthersZeifmans supports the Toronto Firefighters Toy Drive, a non-profit registered charity that works with corporate partners to provide toys and support to pre-screened families in need during the holiday season.
• Toronto CaresminorOthersZeifmans supports Toronto Cares, a Canadian non-profit helping low-income families with disabilities and homeless persons with necessities. Over 12,000 Torontonians have received assistance from this volunteer-run group.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• MNP LLP: One of Canada's largest mid-tier accounting, tax, and advisory firms, with a comparable focus on private companies, HNW individuals, and cross-border work. MNP competes directly with Zeifmans across audit, tax, M&A advisory, and succession planning in the Toronto and broader Canadian market.
• BDO Canada: Top-tier Canadian accounting and advisory firm offering audit, tax, and consulting services to private and public mid-market companies. BDO's full-service model and similar client segments make it a direct competitor for the same entrepreneur and family-business mandates Zeifmans targets.
• Grant Thornton Canada: International mid-tier accounting network member firm in Canada serving mid-market private companies with audit, tax, and advisory services. Comparable to Zeifmans in firm size band, service mix, and cross-border capability through a global network.
• Smythe LLP: Vancouver-based mid-tier CPA firm offering audit, tax, and advisory services to private companies and HNW clients. Comparable to Zeifmans in service breadth and mid-market positioning, though Smythe's primary footprint is Western Canada.
• Crowe Soberman LLP: Toronto-based mid-tier CPA firm providing audit, tax, advisory, and wealth management services to private companies and high-net-worth individuals. Closely comparable to Zeifmans on geography, client type, and integrated advisory offering.
• RSM Canada: Mid-tier accounting and advisory firm in Canada serving private mid-market companies with audit, tax, and consulting services. Comparable in size band, service mix, and entrepreneur-focused client base, and an active competitor for Zeifmans' core segments.

Broad incumbents

• KPMG Canada: Big 4 firm in Canada offering audit, tax, and advisory services across the full enterprise spectrum. While much larger than Zeifmans, KPMG competes for the same Toronto-based mid-market and emerging-growth audit/tax work and represents the upper bound of the competitive set.
• Deloitte Canada: Big 4 professional services firm with a broad Canadian practice spanning audit, consulting, tax, and financial advisory. Overlaps with Zeifmans in M&A advisory, IPO readiness, and corporate recovery mandates, particularly as Deloitte pursues more mid-market deals.
• PwC Canada: Big 4 firm with a comprehensive Canadian audit, tax, and advisory practice. Competes with Zeifmans for mid-market audits, cross-border tax planning, and TSX-listed company audit mandates (the recent Seegnal auditor change illustrates this competitive overlap).

Regional players

• Clairmont Tax & Advisory: Toronto-based boutique tax and advisory firm focused on private companies and HNW individuals. Operates in a similar Toronto market with comparable tax-planning and cross-border services, representing a smaller but directly adjacent competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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