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Rinette Lagace of NET Bookkeeping provides “Solutions Based Bookkeeping”
Education — Rinette Lagace is a Certified Professional Bookkeeper with IPBC, Institute of Professional Bookkeepers of Canada. She is also a Certified Non-Profit Accounting Professional and a Payroll Compliance Practitioner with the Canadian Payroll Association.
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About NET Bookkeeping
Although a bookkeeper doesn’t need to possess a degree or certification to work in Canada, most businesses are interested in hiring an applicant who completed some form of bookkeeping education program. Professional bookkeepers are familiar with the principles of accounting, computer applications, computerized bookkeeping, cost management, income tax, and payroll administration.
Professional Memberships
Rinette Lagace is a member of the Institute of Professional Bookkeepers of Canada
Bookkeepers who belong to a professional organization must abide by a code of ethics and pass the membership criteria of a professional organization before they’re allowed to join and must maintain a level of ongoing education to remain a part of. Because of this, professional memberships can serve as a strong indicator of a bookkeeper’s commitment to their profession.
Experience
Rinette Lagace has over 25 years of experience in several business types from non-profits to corporations.
In the field of bookkeeping, there is no substitute for experience. Bookkeeping processes are very specialized and can vary by sector. Therefore, a great bookkeeper is one with experience in the industry, who can understand essential business operations and can identify ways to simplify processes and eliminate waste.
Commitment to Professional Development
Rinette attends annual educational updates and courses to stay on top of trends, new apps and of course the ever-changing laws affecting business and taxes.
The bookkeeping industry is one that is constantly evolving due to changing technologies. Today, most accounting processes are completed using computerized bookkeeping or accounting software programs. Great bookkeepers commit to keeping up with the latest technology and can identify possibilities to save time and money by automating processes.
Trustworthiness and maintains confidentiality
Rinette works closely with HR of firms to ensure information is correct and up to date and information is protected.
Bookkeepers are privy to a great deal of sensitive financial information, so it is essential that they possess high ethical standards. Great bookkeepers are discreet, professional and able to keep the information confidential. A skilled bookkeeper should also be able to provide solid references who will vouch for their professional character.
Strong Communication Skills
Rinette supports creative thinking & generation of new ideas.
Bookkeepers must work with people at every level of an organization. They have time defined tasks requiring to be met on time, so an individual who can communicate their needs effectively can be an invaluable asset to a business. If the bookkeeper doesn’t understand something, a strong bookkeeper is willing to ask for clarification, sooner rather than later. Great bookkeepers also need to be able to communicate large financial information in a way that is useful and meaningful to multiple stakeholders.