About Stern Cohen Accountants

We provide strong value to businesses & nonprofits


Learn more about our midsize accounting firm and find out why we’re the best fit for your needs.

We don't just say we provide good service...

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Accounting firm for ALL your needs

Yes, we’re a one-stop shop providing accounting, tax, bookkeeping, payroll and advisory services.

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Partners, Managers, CPAs and Bookkeepers

Dedicated to YOUR success! We’re a great choice for high growth organizations.

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Years of service to privately-held businesses and nonprofits

Despite our long history, our approach is thoroughly modern!

Our BEST firm values of Balance, Expertise, Support and Trust guide us. We believe our values play a key part in our world-class client satisfaction.

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Work-life balance


We always find a way to play as hard as we work! 🙂

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We love to learn


We invest in our team members and foster a culture of expertise and support. We recognize that our team members’ professional growth contributes directly to our and our clients’ success.

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Here we answer common questions about Stern Cohen Accountants.

What are the firm's Core Values?

Our core values spell out BEST and they shape who we are as a firm. They guide our interactions with clients and team members.

B is for Balance: We believe in creating a healthy balance between professional excellence and personal well-being, built on a foundation of mutual respect and shared responsibility.

E is for Expertise: We deliver exceptional results providing innovative solutions and strategic insights through our team’s deep expertise and specialized knowledge that enable our clients to achieve their goals.

S is for Support: We proactively engage with our clients, asking insightful questions to deeply understand their businesses, challenges, and goals. We anticipate client needs and provide strategic guidance. We educate our clients, leading them to informed decisions and empowering them to navigate complex situations.

T is for Trust: We provide accurate and reliable information, maintaining strict confidentiality, demonstrating accountability for our work. Building enduring, trustworthy relationships based on mutual respect and open communication.

We like to think our values are the BEST. And maybe we’re the BEST too! After all, we’ve earned the Best of Accounting award for Client Satisfaction for 10 straight years!

What makes Stern Cohen a great choice for me and my business?

Selecting an accounting firm is an important decision. One size does not fit all.

We focus on helping established business owners who need accounting, tax specialists, bookkeeping, advisory, and estate planning.

You might like to read our article “How to Find the Best Accounting Firm.”

What makes Stern Cohen a great choice for my nonprofit or charity?

Selecting an accounting firm is an important decision. And truth be told, very few firms have deep expertise with the not-for-profit sector.

Stern Cohen has made a commitment to your sector with a strong Not-for-Profit Practice Group led by Stern Cohen Partner and Nonprofit Specialist Laura Gay, CPA, CA, LPA.

Learn more about our nonprofit services and expertise through these resources:

Nonprofit Services

Learn more about Laura Gay, Partner

How do I know that I will receive good service and value with Stern Cohen?

With so many accounting firms to choose from in Ontario, how can you feel confident that you’re working with one that will make a difference to you and your business or nonprofit?

Being able to see a firm’s client ratings is greatly reassuring to those who are looking for a new accounting provider. Many businesses promise great client service. Our annualized survey backs up our claim! In our December 2024 survey, Stern Cohen received satisfaction scores of 9 or 10 (out of 10) from over 80% of our clients, significantly higher than the accounting industry’s current average of 45%.

Our client’s ratings and testimonials are publicly available on ClearlyRated.com.

You can also check out our Testimonials page.

Finally, check out our Google reviews.

What's the best way to reach out to Stern Cohen to learn more?

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Please note that due to a high volume of inquiries, we may not be able to provide assistance for all service inquiries. In addition, we are not taking on new, standalone personal tax clients.

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