Patrick Payne

Patrick is the founder and CVO of Your Modern Accountant, an online Canadian tax accounting firm serving individuals and small businesses nationwide. With over a decade of experience in tax strategy, business advisory, and cloud accounting, Patrick has built a reputation for combining precision with approachability. He’s known for helping clients not only file their taxes but understand them—turning complex financial details into clear, actionable insights.

Driven by a passion for technology and efficiency, Patrick has grown his firm from a solo practice into a fully remote team focused on transparency, education, and long-term client relationships. When he’s not leading his team or developing new systems, Patrick spends time with his wife and two young kids.