MEET THE TEAM

Linda Barney, CPB
CEO, BARNEY FINACIAL GROUP

Linda began her journey, when she graduated with honours from all 3 programs Accounting, Computers, and Business Administration from the Toronto School of Business. It was then, she discovered that she was excited about computers and discovered a love of coding. She published her first website in 1996 written by hand in HTML code. Learning the secrets to computers in those early years ignited a fire that grew into her passion for technology.

Linda has run several businesses and made plenty of mistakes when she first started. She has done everything from winning awards with Pampered Chef to running a car dealership, and working in the garage as an apprentice mechanic. She is happy to share her years of experience in the trenches.

Linda opened Barney Bookkeeping in 2007 but switched gears when she was offered a prestigious position at a large accounting firm where she managed a team of bookkeepers and looked after government audits. After almost 10 years knee-deep in paperwork, she knew there had to be a better way. Barney Bookkeeping reopened in 2018 as a paperless accounting firm. By 2019 she had incorporated her business and in 2024 Barney Financial Group was launched.

Linda now specializes in cloud technology and is Advanced Proadvisor Certified in Quickbooks Online and Xero. Over the years Linda has been responsible for many different aspects of multiple client businesses including but not limited to CRA compliance, Provincial Tax, and Payroll in the Provinces of Ontario, PEI, Nova Scotia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and British Columbia.

Linda’s vast knowledge of different provincial requirements can help offer strategic advice and support to implement and maintain regulatory compliance. She is a trusted advisor and team leader. Linda works with business owners who want to grow their business and spend less time on the details of compliance. Relationships are essential in this industry and Linda places a high value on trust and communication with clients.

As a Director on the Board for the United Way Oxford, she is a valued volunteer and heavily involved in her community.

  • Brie Hajny

    Brie graduated as a Business Administrator, specializing in Accounting and Payroll, and is QBO Advanced Proadvisor Certified. This watchdog is always on her toes as she strives to complete even the most tedious of tasks to feel the accomplishments of her clients. Always ready to learn new tricks and is more than happy to share her treats with others to open up more opportunities. Brie is keeping a close watch from the Hamilton area, where she enjoys exploring. Instead of spending her free time chewing on bones, Brie connects with her creative side and spends time with family and friends.

  • Connery Barney

    Connery is our in house software developer and systems administrator. He works like a dog to keep things running behind the kennel. Connery knows many languages, Javascript, C++, HTML and Actionscript to name a few. During Connery's downtime he bargains for special abilities to detect and wield magic and keeps his fellow adventurers healthy.

  • Hannah McAulay

    Hannah is quite the watchdog with an excellent eye for detail. Hannah is located in the backyard of Brantford. Her background in the financial services industry includes insurance and she is accustomed to advising clients in regards to all possible futures. Hannah is also working towards her designation to advise you on all tax-related matters. Even though Hannah is more of a cat person, so you won’t find her chasing her own tail, she is one to take charge and control of any situation thrown her way. After work, instead of spending her time at the dog park, Hannah enjoys exploring new worlds with her husband and friends.

We are a fun team!

When we are not busy doing accounting work. We like getting involved in Community events.

We help raise funds for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oxford County by participating in PLAY FOR KIDS’ SAKE.  

As a company, we sponsor Coldest Night of the Year to help raise funds for The Inn of Oxford County

Our Mission

To help business owners in the service industry manage financial stress, and make more money by implementing a true financial system and mentoring them on their business journey.

Our Values

To work with honesty and integrity and always be transparent in our business dealings.
To create a compassionate and secure environment and impart wisdom by sharing our knowledge with our clients and colleagues.

We are Virtual

Our office is located in Woodstock, Ontario but we provide a virtual accounting service.
This allows our staff to work from anywhere and also helps you wherever you run your business.

What does virtual mean for you?

  • Access to your books 24/7

  • Up-to-date financial information

  • Business Support

  • Easier Invoicing

  • Quicker Cash Collection

  • Instant Reports

  • Security