Embervynther Team

We're here to make your numbers actually make sense

Honestly? Most accounting firms don't get tech startups. We do. We've been in the trenches with founders who are building something real, and we know what keeps you up at night.

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Our Story (The Real Version)

We didn't start out as some massive firm. Just a couple of accountants who were tired of watching great tech ideas fail because of preventable financial mistakes.

2013

Where It Started

Founded by two CPAs who met at a tech conference and realized there's a massive gap in the market. Tech founders were getting generic advice that didn't fit their reality - fast growth, investor expectations, burn rates, all that stuff traditional accountants weren't equipped to handle.

2016

First Big Win

Helped a SaaS startup navigate their Series A funding round - structured everything so they maximized their runway and minimized tax hits. That company's now worth over $100M. Word spread pretty fast after that, and suddenly we're getting calls from VCs referring their portfolio companies to us.

2019

Expansion & Specialization

Moved into our Burrard Street office and brought on specialists in R&D tax credits (SRED), cross-border transactions, and equity compensation. We realized tech accounting isn't just about knowing debits and credits - it's about understanding cap tables, option pools, and how to explain burn rate to investors.

2022

Tech Downturn Support

When the market got rough, we didn't bail on our clients. Instead, we helped dozens restructure, cut costs smartly, and position themselves for survival. Some tough conversations, sure, but we're proud that 90% of our clients from that period are still operating today.

2025

Today & Tomorrow

We're now working with AI startups, fintech companies, and everything in between. The tech landscape keeps changing, but our approach doesn't - be honest, be proactive, and actually care about whether your clients succeed or fail. That's it.

Meet The Team

No corporate headshots, no fake smiles. Just people who genuinely care about your financial health.

Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen, CPA

Founder & Managing Partner

Started her career at a Big Four firm but got bored with cookie-cutter solutions. Loves working with founders who are building things that didn't exist before. Outside work, she's probably hiking the North Shore or arguing about the best ramen spots in Vancouver.

Marcus Thompson
Marcus Thompson, CPA, CA

Co-Founder & Tax Strategy Lead

The tax guy who actually makes tax interesting (no, really). Spent years helping tech companies navigate SRED claims and got tired of seeing money left on the table. Can explain complex tax strategies without making your eyes glaze over. Plays bass in a mediocre cover band on weekends.

Priya Sharma
Priya Sharma, CPA, CFA

CFO Advisory & Valuations

Former investment banker who switched sides to help founders instead of just investors. Specializes in making your financials look good for fundraising without any creative accounting nonsense. Known for telling it like it is, even when it's not what you wanna hear.

James Park
James Park, CPA

Operations & Compliance

The detail-oriented one who makes sure nothing falls through the cracks. Handles all the compliance stuff that keeps you from getting angry letters from CRA. Low-key obsessed with process improvement and automation. Coffee snob who judges your Keurig choices.

Emily Rodriguez
Emily Rodriguez

Senior Bookkeeper & Payroll

Been doing bookkeeping for 15+ years and has seen every mistake in the book. Literally saves clients thousands by catching errors before they become problems. Has a gift for explaining accounting to non-accountants. Bakes amazing cookies that mysteriously disappear from the break room.

David Liu
David Liu, CPA

Financial Reporting & Audits

Audit experience at a mid-tier firm before joining us. Makes financial statements that actually make sense to real humans. Patient explainer who won't make you feel dumb for asking questions. Plays way too much Valorant and will definitely talk your ear off about it.

Ready to Work With Us?

We're not taking on every client who walks through the door. We wanna work with people who are serious about building something that matters. If that's you, let's talk.

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