The Member was engaged by a client to prepare specialized tax returns for a corporation. The Member did not prepare the returns expeditiously and failed to keep the client informed of the status of the engagements, despite repeated requests from the client. During the investigation, the Member did not respond to requests of CPABC including requests from the investigator to produce documents.
The Investigation Committee determined the Member contravened the CPABC Code of Professional Conduct as follows:
104.1&.2 - Requirement to co-operate
201.1 - Maintenance of the good reputation of the profession
202.1 - Integrity and due care
203 - Professional competence
The Investigation Committee recommended the Member:
- Accept a reprimand;
- Pay a fine of $1,000; and
- Pay expenses of $3,425.