CG Accounting under New Ownership
I’m Stephanie Linneborn, the new proud owner of CG Accounting & Bookkeeping Inc!
I started working in the accounting field at the early age of 17 while I completed my Accounting Diploma. I started at a local greenhouse picking orders and was soon moved into the office for data entry. I eventually moved up the ladder within the organization and became the accounting assistant for a couple of years.
After working for the same company for a few years, I decided it was time to move on as I was eager to learn new things. I began working at a bookkeeping firm in Grimsby where I learned many new things. This was short lived and I was laid off due to shortage of work. I had always stayed away from job postings past the Burlington Skyway as I had this fear of the commute but needed more opportunities so I posted my resume on Kijiji . That afternoon and I was found by Christine Grant! I had an interview in Burlington. I was so nervous but Christine saw something in me and took a chance and hired me right away!
I happily worked alongside Christine from 2012-2016 and made the extremely difficult decision to accept another offer. I wasn't gone for very long. Christine and I stayed in touch and I eventually came back from time to time to assist with the workload. After a year, Christine made me an offer to come back, and I couldn't say no!
I became a part-owner upon my return in June 2018, after I married my high school crush. Christine made me feel like an equal partner, even though I wasn't. She has mentored me to be the best version and boss lady I can be. Teaching me patience and learning how to train staff effectively.
In 2019, I had my first child and went on maternity leave. This was a challenge. Learning to let go and trust the team. I returned a short 4 months later. This taught us new things to introduce. Procedures, checklists etc. Christine was always trying to find a solution to assist with these growing pains, a place to have "all poop in a group" as she would say.
I left again in 2021 after having my second child for another short 4 months. I couldn't stay away from work! Christine and I began talking about a succession plan and her transition out of the company. After 2 years of discussions, tears and negotiations, we finally came to agreement and closed the deal on July 14, 2023.
I truly value the friendship and mentorship Christine provided to me. I will miss working alongside her.
When I am not being the boss, I am mom. Kids are a whole different meaning of exhaustion! I enjoy comedy, playing piano, being outdoors and being with family & friends.
If you or someone you know could benefit from our bookkeeping and accounting expertise, I invite you to get in touch. The Team at CG are smart, loyal, honest and have common sense.
Sincerely,
Stephanie