About

For a wide range small and medium sized private enterprises, including manufacturers, retailers, professional service firms, not for profits and others requiring expert assistance with personal and corporate income tax, business advisory services, accounting and auditing, Francis Mackan brings a wealth of experience.

Francis joined Horne LLP in 1998 and transtioned to partner in 2006.  He is proud to be part of the continuing Horne LLP tradition of excellence.  In his 23+ years in Public Accounting, Francis has gained significant experience in advising owner managed businesses, and has a strong expertise in personal and corporate income tax planning for family owned businesses.  His level of service commitment to his clients is achieved through the development of long lasting relationships and a deep understanding of his client’s businesses.

“In order to advise my clients, I need to know and understand them and their business” says Francis.  “That deep understanding allows me to provide true value added services.  I want my client to walk away from every meeting knowing that they could not pay $1 less in tax”

Francis holds an Honors Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Brock University (Co-op Accounting Option), and has been a licensed public accountant since 1992.

Giving back to the community is important and that is why Francis continues to volunteer on several Boards of Directors.  Francis is currently serving as Treasurer of the Board of Museums Burlington , Treasurer of the Board of the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra and he is an active member of the Burlington Chamber of Commerce where he currently is Past Chair of the Board of Directors  for 2009-2010.   Francis is a member in good standing with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Ontario (ICAO), and a member of the Canadian Federation of Independant Business (CFIB)

Francis and his wife Aimee and their family have made their home in Burlington, Ontario.