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Introducing the CFO - learn all about the chief financial officer
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Amanda

The Financial Controller, Bookkeeper, and CFO: Understanding the Key Differences – Part 3

Introducing the CFO   Finally, let’s bring the CFO (Chief Financial Officer) into the picture. The CFO is the top financial executive in a company, responsible for the overall financial strategy and direction. They work closely with other executives and play a crucial role in shaping the company’s future. Here’s what their role involves:   1. Strategic Planning: The CFO develops long-term financial strategies that align with the company’s goals.

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Learn all about the role of a financial controller here
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The Financial Controller, Bookkeeper, and CFO: Understanding the Key Differences – Part 2

Enter the Financial Controller  Now, let’s shift our focus to the Financial Controller. If the Bookkeeper is the record-keeper, the Financial Controller is the overseer and strategist. They take the detailed records maintained by the Bookkeeper and use them to provide insights, control costs, and drive financial strategy.   Here’s what the financial controller job description entails:  Financial Reporting: Financial Controllers prepare detailed financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and

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Learn all about the role of a bookkeeper in a business.
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The Financial Controller, Bookkeeper, and the CFO. Understanding the Key Differences- Part 1

So you’ve started your business and you’re wondering what you can expect from your bookkeeper?  And what exactly is this Controller or  CFO positions you keep hearing about? Today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of finance roles, and specifically looking at the Bookkeeper, the Financial Controller, and the CFO. If you’ve ever wondered what sets these three apart, then you have come to the right place. Grab a cup of coffee,

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Canadian Lessons from the Kaspersky ban by Jeremy Colwell

Canadian Lessons from the Kaspersky Ban On June 20th, the US Commerce Department banned the sale of Kaspersky Antivirus, citing concerns over potential misuse by the Russian government to exploit customer information. While the ban does not prohibit the use of the software, it has prompted distributors to begin de-listing the product. This is not the first US government run-in with Kaspersky. In 2017 the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

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Amanda Mungal bookkeeping
Goal Setting
Amanda

Small Biz Big Why

Amanda’s big why started with the question: how much money do I actually need? https://youtu.be/TrdEGk1ybXA?si=IUvw_OkRYfBarYWw When challenged to consider how big she could grow It’s Your Time, Amanda started asking herself “how much money do I actually need”.  This is not to say that she doesn’t like nice things, want to travel and do all the things so many business owners work towards . . . she just felt that

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trust reconciliation
Finance
Amanda

The Ultimate Guide to Timely Trust Reconciliations for Notaries: Accounting & Bookkeeping for Trust Accounts in Canada

As a notary, you play a vital role in facilitating important financial transactions and ensuring the security of your clients’ funds. Trust accounts are a critical tool in your notarial practice, as they provide a safe and secure way to manage client funds. However, managing trust accounts is not just about opening an account and depositing funds. To ensure that your trust accounts are functioning properly, it is essential to

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Amanda

Snow Happens:  Lessons Learned About the Importance Of Systems During the 2022 Snow Storm in Vancouver

In life and in business “snow happens” and how we deal with it makes all the difference.   Eager to see family we have not seen since pre-covid, my family and I headed to the Airport at 5 am on December 20th.   The day started with a broken-down airport shuttle bus but thanks to Uber we still managed to get to the airport 3 hours early for our USA flight.  Whew

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Amanda

A Living Wage is Important Even When Outsourcing

As the owner of an outsourcing agency, I keep my eyes open on social media for people looking for VA’s, bookkeepers etc..  This week, I saw a post by someone looking for a Virtual Assistant in a women’s business owner group on Facebook.  The offering is $25/hour for a part-time gig (about 5 hours a week) 2 of those hours need to be at her office/home and 3 hours will

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Finance
Amanda

More money in my bank? Bill C-30 enhances the GST Credit.

Did you wake up to more money in your bank this morning and aren’t sure why? On October 18th Chrystia Freeland sponsored bill C-30 which enhances the GST Credit. The bill amends the income tax act to double the GST Credit for 6 months (an annual increase of 50%). Just like your existing GST credit this money is non-taxable and intended to provide Canadians with less mean additional funds to

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