Giovanni Molinaro
Partner | CPA- Phone514.934.3472
- EmailGMolinaro@richter.ca
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Enthusiastic, hardworking, forward-thinking.
Determined and always ready to get involved, Giovanni is a recognized leader in tax advisory services for entrepreneurial families. Giovanni’s in-depth knowledge of corporate, partnership, trust, and personal taxation, both in Canada and internationally, make him an invaluable asset within Richter’s service offering. His clients trust his judgment and know that he brings real added value to their projects.
With over 20 years of experience in audit and taxation across a wide range of industries, Giovanni plays a key role in executing mandates for both public and private companies. His technical expertise spans the management of complex domestic and cross-border tax mandates, estate planning, family and corporate governance, as well as tax and regulatory compliance oversight for large corporate groups.
Over the years, Giovanni has developed specialized expertise working with high-net-worth entrepreneurial families, guiding them through their most complex personal and corporate tax challenges, whether in estate planning, wealth structuring, or governance. His comprehensive and personalized approach allow him to address the specific needs of families at every stage of their journeys.
Fields of Expertise
- Investment strategy: development and execution
- Market analysis and commentary
- Corporate reorganizations
- Cross-border planning
- Estate planning
- Canadian income tax compliance – Corporations, Trusts, Partnerships and Individuals
- Project Management
Academic background
- Levels I-III In-depth Tax Course, Corporate Reorganization, CPA Canada, 2011-2014
- Chartered Professional Accountant, (CPA, CA), 2008
- D.E.S.S. in Public Accountancy, HEC Montreal, 2006
- B.B.A., HEC Montreal, 2005
Professional and community involvement
- Ordre des comptables professionnels agréés du Québec – Course leader, 2014-2015
- Ordre des comptables professionnels agréés du Québec – Member, since 2008
Giovanni’s Expertise
Tax
Life is full of uncertainties. Taxes don’t have to be one of them. Inadequate tax planning or improper handling of tax issues can result in major financial consequences and restrict your company’s growth.
Estate and Tax Planning to Protect your Legacy
Integrating your tax structuring is crucial for all ultra-high-net-worth families. This includes will planning, the use of trust, estate planning, and investment structure optimization — all of which maximizes tax efficiencies and minimizes the burden on you and the next generations.