Toronto Bookkeeping FAQ | GCA Services

Question 1

What is a Bookkeeper? How are they different from Accountants?

Accepted Answer

A bookkeeper records and organizes daily financial transactions — income, expenses, bank reconciliations, and payroll. An accountant typically analyzes that data, prepares financial statements, and handles tax filings. GCA's bookkeepers are certified in QuickBooks and work closely with your accountant to ensure seamless year-end reporting.

Question 2

What does GCA compare to other Bookkeeping Firms?

Accepted Answer

Unlike large firms that treat you as a number, GCA operates as a boutique firm. Our bookkeepers become an extension of your team — proactive, personalized, and always available. We never outsource overseas and all our staff are proudly Canadian.

Question 3

What are the Benefits of Monthly Bookkeeping?

Accepted Answer

Monthly bookkeeping keeps your finances current, helps you make informed business decisions, ensures GST/HST compliance, and makes year-end much smoother. It also reduces the risk of CRA penalties from late or inaccurate filings.

Question 4

Do we need to meet with your firm in-person or are there contact-less options available?

Accepted Answer

We offer fully remote, contact-less bookkeeping services. You can securely share documents digitally and communicate via email or phone. In-person meetings are available but not required.

Question 5

We use QuickBooks Online and want someone to oversee our books. Do you offer this type of service?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We specialize in QuickBooks Online and can review, clean up, and maintain your existing QBO file. Our team can work within your current setup or help optimize it for better reporting.

Question 6

Why should we use GCA Services instead of hiring a part-time bookkeeper / data entry person?

Accepted Answer

A part-time hire comes with overhead — payroll, training, benefits, and turnover risk. GCA provides a full team of certified professionals at a predictable monthly cost, with no gaps in coverage and the expertise of a firm behind every entry.

Question 7

Can GCA help us with payroll?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. GCA offers full payroll services including paystub preparation, vacation and sick pay tracking, statutory holiday pay, direct deposit, and T4 processing and e-filing — starting at $299/month.

Question 8

How do I get started with GCA Services?

Accepted Answer

Simply contact us through our website or call 647-917-4227. We'll schedule a free consultation to understand your needs and recommend the right service package for your business.

Question 9

What accounting software do you use?

Accepted Answer

We are certified QuickBooks Online ProAdvisors and primarily work with QBO. We can set up a new file, migrate from another platform, or work within your existing QBO subscription.

Question 10

Do you serve businesses outside of Toronto?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We proudly serve businesses across all of Canada. Our remote-first approach means geography is never a barrier to getting quality bookkeeping services.

Toronto Bookkeeping — Frequently Asked Questions