BlockWise Consulting

BlockWise Consulting is a specialized accounting, tax, and advisory firm focused exclusively on serving technology companies in the fintech, blockchain, AI, and emerging technology sectors. Founded by twin brothers Jean-Pierre and Jean-Paul Ngezigihe (CPA, CTO), the firm brings together deep expertise from Big Four consulting (KPMG, Deloitte) and hands-on blockchain industry experience (Figment, Avalanche, Enclave Markets).

Core Services

BlockWise offers a comprehensive suite of financial services tailored to the unique needs of technology companies:

Accounting Services

The firm provides precision accounting for fintech operations including bookkeeping and financial reporting to maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, payroll management with efficient and compliant solutions, and in-depth financial analysis to inform strategic decision-making.

Tax Services

Navigating complex tax landscapes is a specialty, with services including tax planning and strategy to optimize tax positions and minimize liabilities, compliance and filing to ensure timely and accurate tax filings across all relevant jurisdictions, and international taxation support to manage cross-border tax issues as clients expand globally.

Advisory Services

Strategic guidance for sustainable growth includes fractional CFO services handling forecasting, budgets, cash flow, burn rates, and key financial projects. Business formation and structuring services establish operations with the right legal and financial framework. Capital raising support provides assistance with fundraising strategies, investor relations, and financial projections.

Fintech Solutions

Regulatory compliance services help companies stay compliant with evolving fintech regulations and standards. Risk management identifies and mitigates financial and operational risks. Technology integration leverages the latest accounting and financial technologies to streamline operations.

Customized Software Solutions

BlockWise offers tailored software solutions leveraging cutting-edge AI and Web3 technologies to automate complex accounting processes, enhance data analytics, and integrate decentralized applications using Web3.

Key Strengths

Fintech and Blockchain Specialization: BlockWise has deep understanding of the fintech and blockchain landscape, enabling them to overcome industry-specific challenges. The team includes advisors with direct experience at leading blockchain networks (Avalanche), crypto exchanges (Enclave Markets), and crypto accounting platforms (Breezing, Taxuby).

Senior Team with Big Four Heritage: The core team comprises seasoned professionals including CPAs, chartered accountants (ICAN, ICAEW), and specialists who have worked at KPMG, EY, Deloitte, and CDPQ. This combines enterprise-grade rigor with startup agility.

Web3-Native Expertise: Unlike traditional accounting firms adapting to crypto, BlockWise's advisors are Web3-native, having built crypto sub-ledgers, managed digital asset reporting, and designed token economics from the ground up.

Strategic Partnership Approach: BlockWise positions itself as a strategic partner, not just an accountant, ensuring clients' financial and operational growth is both compliant and efficient. The firm understands that technology companies face unique challenges in licensing, compliance, and product development.

Notable Team Members

• Jean-Pierre Ngezigihe (Founder, CEO): Former KPMG Senior Management Consultant, scaled Figment's DataHub blockchain platform, co-founded online tax filing platform, active in global fintech ecosystem
• Jean-Paul Ngezigihe, CPA (CTO): Founded and sold Taxuby (tax automation startup), former Deloitte AI and Algorithms consultant, built accounting rule engines at CDPQ
• Mohamed Sheikh (Digital Assets Advisor): Seasoned Web3 finance professional with experience at GlaxoSmithKline and Aviva Insurance, specializes in hyper-growth environments
• Afeez Awowole (Fractional CFO): 18+ years at EY & KPMG, led reporting infrastructure at Avalanche blockchain, former Interim CFO at Enclave Markets
• Doriane Ortiz (Strategic Finance Director): 14+ years of experience with several years in blockchain and crypto industry, specializes in FP&A and scaling financial operations
• Advisory Board: Includes Bassil Eid (CEO of Breezing crypto sub-ledger, teaches Crypto Accounting Academy) and Olivia Goudou (award-winning brand strategist with 20+ years experience)

Industries Served

Fintech and Financial Institutions: Helping build new products while meeting licensing and compliance requirements

Artificial Intelligence: Understanding the financial intricacies of scaling AI innovations

Small & Midsize Businesses: Personalized advice for companies raising funds through SAFE or SAFT agreements

Entertainment and Creative: Supporting artists and creative enterprises redefining cultural and technological landscapes

Why Choose BlockWise

BlockWise combines the credibility and methodology of Big Four accounting with the speed, flexibility, and deep crypto knowledge required by Web3-native companies. The firm is actively engaged in the global fintech ecosystem through participation in events like GITEX Global (Dubai), Toronto Global Forum, and Abu Dhabi Finance Week. With offices in Montreal (Canada) and Dubai (UAE), BlockWise is positioned to serve the growing Canada-UAE technology corridor and support international expansion.