About

A Toronto tax practice built on judgment, discretion, and continuity.

James Belesiotis, CPA, CA
DesignationCPA, CA
Member ofCPA Ontario
FirmJames Belesiotis
CPA Professional Corporation
LocationToronto, Ontario
SpecializationCross-border tax

"Effective tax advice begins where the rules end — with judgment, context, and an understanding of the life behind the numbers."

James Belesiotis is a Toronto-based Chartered Professional Accountant and tax advisor, and the principal of James Belesiotis CPA Professional Corporation. He maintains an active membership with CPA Ontario and operates under a current Certificate of Authorization, with offices in downtown Toronto.

James is a published authority on international taxation and a practitioner recognized for his work helping individuals and firms navigate the complexities of Canada–United States tax matters and corporate governance. His professional focus is on private-client advisory: cross-border tax architecture, corporate structuring, and considered counsel for accomplished individuals and the businesses they own.

Credentials & Accreditation

  • CPA, CA — Chartered Professional Accountant, CPA Ontario
  • CAIT — Advanced international taxation accreditation
  • CISA (USA) — Certified Information Systems Auditor
  • CITP (USA) — Certified Information Technology Professional

Areas of Specialization

Cross-border (Canada–US) tax
International tax planning
Owner-manager tax strategy
Corporate reorganizations
Estate and succession planning
Trust and family-wealth structuring
Private-company compliance
CRA representation and advisory

Speaking & Public Engagements

James has contributed to community and professional forums on international taxation — including the Greek Tax Residency Webinar hosted by The Hellenic Initiative Canada — and is listed on recognized professional directories including CPA Ontario, Vetted Accountants Canada, and TaxBuzz.

Professional Philosophy

The practice is intentionally selective. Engagements are accepted where James can serve as a principal advisor across a client's full tax picture — not as one of many providers handling fragments. This produces continuity, speed of judgment, and outcomes that reflect the client's long-horizon interests rather than a single year's filing.

Private Consultation

A confidential conversation about what matters most.

Whether you are restructuring a business, planning an estate, or navigating a cross-border tax matter, the first step is a thoughtful conversation.