HBA - Key Persons
Amanda began her career in public practice in 2012 and joined the team at HBA in 2020. Amanda became partner in 2024. Amanda's focus is on assurance services, accounting standards and business advisory. She has taught at Dal AC, CPA NS and often teaches internal training sessions for the AC Group of Firms. Amanda is the Treasurer for the Better Business Bureau - Atlantic Chapter. When not working with her clients, Amanda can be found hiking in the woods with her dogs, on horseback or on the rugby pitch.
Ashley graduated from the NSCC in 2018. She thinks Halloween should be celebrated everyday.
Boyd worked for a national CA firm in Edmonton, Calgary, and Halifax from 1977-1991. He has grown and managed the firm since 1991. He has a wealth of experience with a variety of businesses providing business advice as well as accounting, tax, estate and financial planning services. Boyd focuses on tax, estate and financial planning for owner managers. Boyd is actively involved in the community.
Brent is a former Geologist turned accounting tech. He enjoys summer fun and watching reality TV.
Bryan began working in public practice in 2019, with experience in accounting, tax, and assurance.
Carole has over 30 years working in customer service. She loves adding to her shoe collection.
Freda has experience in banking, wealth, and bookkeeping. Enjoys staying active and has run the Boston Marathon.
Job Titles:
- ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
- EXECUTIVE
Jonathan graduated in 2023 with a Bachelor of Commerce from SMU. Enjoys chess and playing video games.
Julia is finishing her degree at MSVU. She enjoys playing basketball, trivia nights and thrifting.
Natalie has a BCom from SMU and is CPA student. She enjoys travelling and arts & crafts.
Nola joined the firm in 2011 and became a partner in 2021. Nola is highly involved in the IT aspects of the firm and is certified in several accounting packages. In addition to offering accounting, tax and advisory services, she offers a variety of training. Nola is a self-professed geek and served on the board of a local sci-fi convention for several years.
Peter joined the firm in 2005 and became a partner in January 2015. Peter's practice includes a full range of accounting, assurance, tax and advisory services including tax compliance and planning, financial forecasting, valuations and other business consulting services. When not in the office, Peter can be found hiking, skiing, sailing, travelling the world, or relaxing in PEI.
Rosemary has been a partner at the firm since 1993. She has lectured at both MSVU and the Technical University of Nova Scotia. For over 20 years, she has participated in the professional standards review process for the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nova Scotia. Rosemary focuses on financial statement preparation, accounting services, and personal income tax planning and preparation.
Sean has a BCom from SMU. He enjoys gardening and charity work.
Tracy has many years of accounting, audit and tax experience in both the public and private sectors. She joined the firm in 1999. Tracy has completed the CICA In-Depth Tax Course (Parts I and II). She has lectured at the Atlantic School of Chartered Accountancy and at MSVU. Tracy has received many academic awards including the CICA Bronze Medal for earning the third highest mark on the UFE written by over 2,000 CA candidates.
Vaishali has over 7 years of Indian Chartered accountant experience and 10 months of experience in Canadian taxation and accounting.
Victor graduated from Dalhousie with a B.Sc. in Math and Philosophy. He enjoys playing bridge and piano.