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CRA Registered Tax Preparer and EFILE Service Provider
CPB Certified Professional Bookkeeper

Advance Certified QBO ProAdvisor
Xero Partner
Sage Accounting Partner

BBB Accredited Member with an A rating
100% Canadian Owned and Operated

Spreadsheets can work just fine when your business is small.But as your business grows, so does everything you need to k...
09/02/2026

Spreadsheets can work just fine when your business is small.

But as your business grows, so does everything you need to keep track of — more transactions, more expenses, more customers, more tax obligations, and a lot more opportunity for things to get missed.

At some point, the spreadsheet that used to make things simple can start making your bookkeeping harder than it needs to be.

Good accounting software can help keep your records organized, simplify reconciliations, track what you owe and what’s owed to you, and give you a much clearer picture of how your business is actually doing.

Not sure whether it’s time to make the switch? Reach out to Busy Beans Accounting.

A contract doesn’t decide whether someone is a contractor.You can have a signed agreement that says “independent contrac...
08/30/2026

A contract doesn’t decide whether someone is a contractor.

You can have a signed agreement that says “independent contractor” in big bold letters — and CRA can still determine that person is actually an employee.

Why? Because worker classification is based on the actual working relationship, not just what you decided to call it.

And getting it wrong can be expensive. A business may end up responsible for CPP and EI that should have been remitted — including both the employee and employer portions — plus interest and penalties.

If you use independent contractors in your business, make sure the relationship actually supports that classification.

Not sure? Don’t guess.

📩 Reach out to Busy Beans Accounting and let’s have a look.

We’re keeping things simple around here!A little bookkeeping, helpful reminders, behind-the-scenes moments and the peopl...
08/23/2026

We’re keeping things simple around here!

A little bookkeeping, helpful reminders, behind-the-scenes moments and the people behind the work, all with the goal of making business finances feel a little less overwhelming.

Whether you’re here for tips, updates or just a little more clarity around your numbers, we’re glad you’re here. 🙂

Follow along, there’s lots more to come!

Sometimes the cheapest bookkeeping is the most expensive bookkeeping.We've taken over plenty of files where the business...
08/13/2026

Sometimes the cheapest bookkeeping is the most expensive bookkeeping.

We've taken over plenty of files where the business owner thought they were saving money — until they discovered how much work was required to fix the books afterward.

And I'm not saying you need to hire the most expensive bookkeeper you can find.

I'm saying price shouldn't be the only thing you look at.

Ask about experience. Ask about processes. Ask whether the work is reviewed. Ask how they handle things they aren't sure about. Ask what happens at year-end.

Because paying someone to enter transactions incorrectly isn't much of a bargain when you eventually have to pay someone else to straighten everything out.

Once for the cheap option.
And once for me to fix it. 😂

How long has it been since you looked at your books? 👀A week? A month? Six months?Bookkeeping is one of those things tha...
08/11/2026

How long has it been since you looked at your books? 👀

A week? A month? Six months?

Bookkeeping is one of those things that’s very easy to put off when you’re busy actually running your business.

Then suddenly it’s year-end and you’re trying to remember what that $487 charge from eight months ago was for. 😂

The good news? Your books don’t have to be perfect.

But keeping them current, separating business and personal expenses, and knowing when it’s time to ask for help can save you a whole lot of time, money and frustration later.

And if things have already gotten a little messy, we can help with that too. We actually like cleaning up messy books. (Yes, we're weird.)

Swipe through for three bookkeeping mistakes we see all the time. 👉

Better books. Better decisions.

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When bookkeeping starts to feel messy, it’s rarely because of one big issue.It’s usually a series of small things — tran...
05/29/2026

When bookkeeping starts to feel messy, it’s rarely because of one big issue.

It’s usually a series of small things — transactions handled a little differently, things missed here and there, or no consistent way of doing it over time.

Those small things add up, and eventually the numbers just don’t feel clear anymore.

This is something we see all the time — and it’s absolutely fixable once there’s consistency again.

If your books feel like they’ve gotten off track, I’m always happy to take a look and help you figure out what’s going on.

Most business owners don’t fall behind on purpose.It usually happens gradually — while you’re focused on running your bu...
05/29/2026

Most business owners don’t fall behind on purpose.

It usually happens gradually — while you’re focused on running your business and trying to keep everything moving.

Bookkeeping gets pushed aside, things start to feel unclear, and before you know it, you’re behind.

It’s not a lack of effort. It’s just a lot to manage.

The good news is, this is very fixable with the right process.

If you’re not sure where things stand, I’m always happy to take a look and point you in the right direction.

If your bookkeeping is behind or starting to feel messy… you’re not alone.This is one of the most common things I see wi...
05/29/2026

If your bookkeeping is behind or starting to feel messy… you’re not alone.

This is one of the most common things I see with small business owners — especially when you’ve been trying to manage everything yourself.

The good news is, it’s almost always fixable.

At Busy Beans, we specialize in cleaning up books, catching things up, and getting everything back under control so you’re not constantly wondering where things stand.

No judgment. Just getting it done properly so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.

If you’re not sure where things are at, I’m always happy to take a look and point you in the right direction.

I’ve had a lot of conversations lately with people getting started in business, so I put this together to keep things si...
05/26/2026

I’ve had a lot of conversations lately with people getting started in business, so I put this together to keep things simple.

If you’re:

Thinking about starting a business
Not sure if you should incorporate
Already working but not confident your setup is right

This covers the basics and gets you set up properly from day one.

If you were to do all of this separately, it would typically run quite a bit higher, but I’ve bundled it at $999 so it’s more manageable starting out.

Includes:

* Incorporation
* QuickBooks setup
* 2 hours of training

No fluff — just getting everything set up properly and making sure you understand what you’re doing.

If you have questions or want more info, feel free to message me.

02/12/2026

✨ Are your books falling behind — or getting messy from too many hands in the file?

At Busy Beans Accounting, we believe bookkeeping should be accurate, consistent, and stress‑free. When multiple people are making changes in a file, it often leads to duplicated work, incorrect entries, and hours of cleanup — which means more costs and more delays for your business.

That’s why our team follows a proven workflow that keeps your books organized, reliable, and fully ready for year‑end. When you work with Busy Beans, you get:
✔ Professional bookkeeping done right the first time
✔ A dedicated team who follows a clean, consistent process
✔ Clear communication and fast turnaround
✔ Accurate financials you can trust
✔ A cost‑effective solution that saves you from rework

If your bookkeeping feels overwhelming or disorganized, we can help. Let Busy Beans take the weight off your shoulders so you can get back to running your business.

📩 Send us a message to get started.

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