Case Study

Tatlow Tire Gets Set Up in Days, Time Back, and a Scalable Financial Back-Office

 

Company Overview

Tatlow Tire is a tire and automotive repair services shop based in Northern British Columbia. In October 2024, Sean Delege—an experienced Red Seal commercial mechanic—took over ownership of the business. With a hands-on approach and a vision to modernize operations, Sean stepped into entrepreneurship while managing a busy family life.

The shop has grown and Sean is actively laying the groundwork for future expansion, including plans for a second location.

The Challenge
When Sean acquired Tatlow Tire, the financial operations were fragmented and mostly paper-based. As a new business owner, he faced multiple challenges:

  • Difficulty finding a reliable bookkeeper

  • Inconsistent and unstructured bookkeeping and payroll processes

  • Limited financial visibility and no clear reporting

“There just were no books… nothing was really being reconciled or tracked. I didn’t know what was going on.”

The Solution
After struggling to find a partner who could take ownership of the books and back office, Sean found Scalability. Within days, Scalability stepped in to:

✅ Take over all bookkeeping and financial operations

✅ Help implement software tools and shift the business off paper

✅ Handle payroll, tax filings, and reconciliations

✅ Provide a team-based model with a bookkeeper, controller, and payroll specialist

“You guys were on it, faster than I expected. I was in a bit of a pinch, and you were able to get started within a couple days.”

The Results
With Scalability managing day-to-day finances, Sean has been able to:

✔ Regain peace of mind knowing the books are accurate and the back office is under control

✔ Focus more time in the shop and begin planning for business expansion

✔ Build systems that will allow him to scale without creating pressure or chaos

✔ Stay organized with a team that keeps him accountable and aligned

“The goal is to open another branch. And with the books handled and systems in place, we're on our way.”

Final Thoughts
Sean continues to grow Tatlow Tire with a clear plan, a reliable team behind him, and the confidence that his financials are in good hands.

“If you don’t want to have to worry about bookkeeping, payroll, or day-to-day finances, Scalability is for you.”

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