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Seasonal tourism

Bookkeeping for businesses that earn in five months.

Marinas, campgrounds, attractions and seasonal shops earn most of the year's income in a short season. We handle the staff surge, the slow months and everything in between.

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  • Certified Professional Bookkeeper
  • QuickBooks Online and Hubdoc
  • Rooted in Norfolk County

What we do for seasonal businesses

Ready for the rush, steady through the quiet.

Seasonal staff, start to finish

New hires set up in spring, accurate pay all summer, and Records of Employment issued when the season ends.

Clear numbers after every season

Up-to-date books that show exactly what the season brought in and what it cost.

Ready before opening day

Books caught up and current before the rush, so you're not sorting receipts in July.

Works with your tools

Bookings in. Books that add up.

Reservations come in through your booking system. We reconcile its payouts and deposits back to QuickBooks Online, so the season's numbers are real.

  • QuickBooks Online
  • Hubdoc
  • Square
  • Your booking system

Using something else? We'll learn it.

Seasonal business needs we plan for

  • Deposits for next seasonPrepaid bookings tracked separately, so this year's income isn't overstated.
  • Seasonal staff and ROEsHiring paperwork, payroll and season-end ROEs done right, so your staff's EI claims go smoothly.
  • Books kept current year-roundYour books stay up to date through the quiet months too, so you start each season knowing where you stand.
  • Payout reconciliationBooking-platform and card payouts matched to sales, with fees recorded.

What else you get

The Lakeside difference, in every file.

Seasonal business questions

Good questions we hear a lot.

Do you issue ROEs at the end of the season?

Yes. We prepare and file Records of Employment when seasonal staff finish up.

My staff only work a few months. Do I still need proper payroll?

Yes. The same deduction, remittance and slip rules apply whether someone works three months or twelve. We make sure it's done right.

I'm behind from last season. Can you help?

Yes. Our catch-up service gets you current before the next season starts, with a clear quote first.

How often should seasonal books be updated?

Monthly during the season works best for most. In the off-season there's less to do, and we'll plan around that.

Let's talk

Book your free 30-minute discovery call.

Pick a time that works for you and tell us a little about where things stand. It's free, and there's no obligation.

Choose a day and time, then fill in a few quick details. Calls are on Google Meet. Prefer a phone call? Just say so in the booking form and we'll call you at the number you provide.

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