KING, Barbara J.: CPA, CA, CAFA®

I love my job! The majority of my clients are proprietors who operate owner-managed, small to medium-sized businesses. I grew up on grain farm close to Swift Current, Saskatchewan and my spouse was raised on a dairy farm. As such, I understand the agriculture industry, the lifestyle and the business decisions that are required to run a successful operation. My knowledge of the oil, gas and forestry industries was developed and while living and working as an accountant in Hinton for 7 years and partly due to my spouse’s experiences. Technology is changing how many industries do business, and I enjoy growing with my clients and discovering how we can work together to innovate & become more efficient. I enjoy helping clients interpret and evaluate their financial results and assisting with future growth and planning while considering tax minimization, cash flow needs, lifestyle and long-term objectives. I joined BDO Canada in 2008, became a partner in 2011 and was named the Alberta Agriculture Industry Leader in 2017. I appreciate the depth of knowledge that I, along with my team of other colleagues, can provide to almost anyone’s search for information.

I can assist with bookkeeping and accounting needs and will work with a producers bank to ensure they obtain the proper information requested when financing is a consideration. I can assist with tax planning and transition planning and we have a well-versed team at BDO to ensure all of the immediate needs of a farm family are balanced with the long-term vision. I held my Certified Financial Planner designation for some time in the past and can assist with cash flow, cost of production, break even and cost of capital analysis. I pride myself in building a long-term and trusting relationship as an advisor with my valued clients. I appreciate the opportunity to become part of the professional network that will work together with the farm business in a reliable environment while keeping family values and long-term goals in mind.

I grew up on a grain farm in Saskatchewan and have been working with farmers ever since starting my career as an accountant, which is now 20+ years. I have many years of experience, but also continue to learn about the innovative ways that farm families are evolving.

Member: CPA Alberta