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Dealerships

Our personalized approach to your dealership needs is how we can help you to maximize the value of your business.

As business advisors to hundreds of dealerships across Canada, our team members work with single-store operators and multi-store groups in every sector of the industry. We recognize no two dealerships are alike, and that a personalized approach is the only way to maximize the value in your business.

Every partner-led interaction you have with MNP will reflect your unique needs as an entrepreneur, along with the specific challenges in your business and the demands of your community. We keep you moving forward with tailored solutions to address existing challenges and take advantage of new opportunities.

We’re also a national firm with an uncompromisingly local focus, so you’ll never have to choose between someone who understands where you’re coming from and the comprehensive depth of services you need to be successful.

Passing your dealership to the next generation?

Get professional help to meet and surpass your succession goals, and safeguard the future of your dealership.

Shield your dealership: 4 budget-friendly cyber security tips

Dealerships face rising cyber threats but securing your business doesn't have to be costly. Learn four cost-effective steps to boost your cyber resilience.

Corporate Finance Quarterly Update

Get the latest insights on dealership valuation and transaction trends. 

Rev up your defense: Phishing prevention 101

Phishing can threaten your dealership business. Learn to identify, respond to, and prevent these attacks with our beginner’s guide.

Insights

  • Progress

    August 21, 2024

    What does your dealership need to know about the incentives for zero-emission vehicles?

    What does your dealership need to know about the incentives for zero-emission vehicles? Explore the details of federal and provincial programs.

  • Performance

    August 14, 2024

    Growing your dealership group through mergers and acquisitions: A strategic guide

    How can your dealership successfully navigate mergers and acquisitions? A strategic approach can help you overcome obstacles and achieve a successful outcome.

  • Performance

    July 03, 2024

    How Managed IT services can transform your dealership operations

    Whether they’re routine or unexpected, your IT needs shouldn’t disrupt your ability to close deals.

Contact our Dealerships Team

Chris Schaufele CPA, CA

National Leader, Dealerships

Chris is MNP’s National dealership service leader and a Business Advisor with the firm’s Assurance and Accounting group in Surrey. With nearly 20 years of experience in the automotive industry, Chris oversees the firm’s delivery of dealership services across Canada, leading a dedicated team of professionals who work with more than 600 dealerships nation-wide.

Chris helps automobile dealers and leasing companies, as well as business owners in other industries, ensuring they have the information they require to make strong business decisions. He delivers a full suite of assurance services, including audits, reviews and compilations, helps with tax planning and compliance, and advises on a broad range of business issues. His expertise in accounting and assurance standards and keen understanding of the automotive industry allow him to identify opportunities to help his clients succeed.

Chris earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA, Co-operative) in accounting from Simon Fraser University in 2008. He is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA), qualifying as a Chartered Accountant (CA) in 2010.

Chris is passionate about giving back to the automotive industry and sits as a member of the board of directors of the New Car Dealers Association of BC.

Monita Taylor CPA, CA

Partner and Business Advisor

Sean Kosior CPA, CA

Partner, SK Provincial Dealership Leader

Jeff Hanley CPA, CA

Regional Managing Partner, Southeastern Ontario

Trevor Kawka CPA, CA, CBV, CFA

Partner, Alberta Dealership Leader, CPA, CA, CBV, CFA

Cameron Oneschuk CPA, CA

Partner, Manitoba Dealership Lead

Olivier Boyd CIRP, LIT, CPA

Senior Vice-President

Frédéric Gauthier CPA auditeur

Partner

Andrew Della Vedova CPA, CA

Partner, Assurance & Accounting