Finance · Operations · Freedom
Because your business should create freedom, not consume it.
Practical financial support. Strategic business impact. Wherever you are in your business journey, we help you get back to Island Time.
“Helping You Get Back to Island Time.”
20+
Years in Finance & Operations
$500K+
Annual Vendor Savings Negotiated
30%
Efficiency Gain From ERP Migration
Multiple
ERP Platforms Implemented
How Can I Help?
Services built around where you are today.
Bookkeeping & Financial Management
- Monthly bookkeeping
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Bank reconciliations
- GST filings
- QuickBooks Online
- Catch-up bookkeeping
- Year-end preparation
Keep your books accurate, current, and ready whenever you need them.
Cleanup & Catch-up
Behind on your bookkeeping? We’ll get everything organized and back on track.
- Bank & credit card reconciliations
- Catch-up & cleanup
- Restate & reorganize
- Bring your books up to date
- Rebuild with historical data
- Chart of Accounts cleanup
Start fresh with confidence.
Financial Reporting & Insights
- Monthly financial statements
- Budgeting & forecasting
- Cash flow management
- KPI dashboards
- Variance analysis
- Decision-ready reporting
Know where your business stands every month.
Fractional Controller Services
- Financial leadership
- Month-end close
- Internal controls
- Financial strategy
- Board & lender reporting
- Special projects
Executive-level leadership without the full-time cost.
From catching up to planning ahead, I provide the clarity and support you need at every stage.
A Path That Grows With You
Starting Out
- Bookkeeping
- QuickBooks Setup
- GST & Compliance
Growing
- AP / AR Management
- Payroll Support
- Financial Reporting
Scaling
- Controller Services
- Cash Flow & Budgeting
- Strategic Planning
Thriving
- ERP & Systems
- Procurement
- Process Improvement
One partner.
Every stage.
From getting organized to scaling with confidence, I’ll help you move forward at your pace.
Who I Am
Two decades of experience. One goal: helping your business thrive.
Carl Haase
Founder, Island Time Business Solutions
For more than two decades, Carl has helped businesses strengthen their finances, improve their operations, and make better decisions. For the past six years, he has done exactly that from outside the traditional office, partnering with businesses remotely while delivering the same trusted advice, accountability, and measurable results. Based in rural Alberta, his experience spans the energy, manufacturing, engineering, and small business sectors. He has rebuilt company books from the ground up, led ERP implementations that transformed how businesses report and operate, and negotiated contracts that returned hundreds of thousands of dollars to the bottom line.
Island Time Business Solutions brings that same experience to businesses across Canada. Whether you need dependable bookkeeping, help cleaning up your books, ongoing financial leadership, or strategic advice to strengthen your business, you'll have a trusted partner who meets you where you are today and helps you get where you want to be tomorrow. The goal is simple: every business owner deserves the confidence to lead and the freedom to get back to Island Time.
Experience That Delivers
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2013 – 2015
Procurement Coordinator
Purchase orders, RFQs, and vendor records for active capital and maintenance projects.
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2015 – 2019
Senior Buyer
End-to-end procurement for a high-volume production facility; vendor base consolidation.
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2019 – 2025
Procurement Manager
$500K+ in annual savings negotiated; directed ERP migration to Sage X3, lifting operational efficiency by 30%.
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2020 – Present
Treasurer / Bookkeeper
Full-cycle financial management and board reporting for a community association; transitioned from a volunteer role to paid in 2026.
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2025 – Present
Controller
Rebuilt company accounting in QuickBooks Online; implemented JobTread for job costing and progress billing.
Systems I Work With
Fluent in the tools your business already runs on.
What Clients Say
Carl transformed our reporting and gave us visibility we never had. Decisions are faster and our cash position is stronger.
- Operations Director, Manufacturing
Negotiated terms that saved us well over $500K a year. He knows how to protect margin without hurting relationships.
- CEO, Industrial Services
Our ERP migration was smooth, on time, and delivered exactly what we needed. Carl made it look easy.
- CFO, Energy Sector
FAQ
Questions You May Have
Do you only work with local businesses?
Not at all. Island Time Business Solutions works remotely with clients across Canada. Modern cloud accounting and collaboration tools allow us to provide responsive, professional service no matter where your business is located.
I'm behind on my bookkeeping. Can you help?
Absolutely. Many clients come to us because their books have fallen behind. Whether you're a few months overdue or need years of records cleaned up, we'll work with you to get everything accurate, organized, and current.
Do you only provide bookkeeping?
No. Bookkeeping is often where the relationship begins, but we also provide financial reporting, controller services, ERP implementation support, process improvement, procurement consulting, and business advisory services. As your business grows, we can grow with you.
What bookkeeping software do you support?
We primarily work with QuickBooks Online, but we also have experience with Sage, Odoo, SAP, JD Edwards, JobTread, and other business systems. If you're already using accounting software, we'll work with you to determine the best approach.
What do I need to get started?
Every business is different, but we'll usually begin with a conversation about your goals, your current bookkeeping process, and any challenges you're facing. From there, we'll recommend a solution that's tailored to your business.
Can you customize your services?
Absolutely. Some clients simply need monthly bookkeeping. Others need controller-level support, ERP implementation, or help improving their financial processes. Every engagement is tailored to your business and your goals.
How often will we communicate?
As often as your business requires. Some clients prefer scheduled monthly meetings, while others appreciate quick check-ins by email or phone. Our goal is to become a reliable extension of your team, not just another service provider.
How does pricing work?
Every business is different, so we don't believe in one-size-fits-all packages. After an initial discovery call, we'll recommend a solution and provide clear, transparent pricing with no surprises.
Why “Island Time”?
To us, Island Time isn’t about slowing down. It’s about building a business that gives you the freedom to enjoy life outside of it. Strong financial systems, accurate books, and better business decisions create confidence. Confidence creates freedom. That’s what Island Time is all about.
Let's get you back to island time.
A short conversation is enough to know if this is a fit. No pitch decks, no pressure - just a look at where your books and operations stand today.
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