Étienne LeBlanc, CPA Auditor
Partner – LeBlanc Lacroix CPA
With nearly 10 years of experience in accounting, Étienne brings a rigorous, approachable, and deeply practical perspective to serving small businesses. His career is defined by a passion for entrepreneurship and a consistent commitment to delivering high-quality service to SMEs and incorporated professionals.
Étienne completed a Diploma in Accounting and Management at Cégep de l’Outaouais (2015–2018), followed by a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting Sciences (CPA concentration) at the Université du Québec en Outaouais (2018–2021), and a Graduate Diploma in Professional Accounting (D.E.S.S.) in 2021. He successfully passed the Common Final Examination (CFE) in September 2021 and earned his CPA auditor designation upon completing his two-year practical experience, which was part of a broader four-year tenure at a large accounting firm in the Gatineau–Ottawa region.
At this firm of approximately 100 employees, Étienne progressed from intern to Director in Assurance, developing strong expertise in review engagements for SMEs and compilation engagements for professionals. His approach emphasizes precision, clarity, and responsiveness to each client’s unique needs.
Étienne’s entrepreneurial journey began at age 14, buying and reselling second-hand items at garage sales. In 2016, he launched a meal delivery business serving the Gatineau area, showcasing his early business acumen. While pursuing his studies, he also worked as a controller for a franchised restaurant, where he managed data entry, payroll, period-end procedures, and reporting to the franchise. This hands-on experience gave him a clear understanding of the operational and financial needs of small businesses.
Today, at just 27 years old, Étienne is a founding partner of LeBlanc Lacroix CPA, where he leverages his experience, versatility, and deep understanding of real-world business challenges to provide reliable, personalized, and practical accounting support to his clients.
Vincent Lacroix
Partner – LeBlanc Lacroix CPA
Originally from Hearst, a small town in Northern Ontario, Vincent is a founding partner of LeBlanc Lacroix CPA, where he leverages his expertise in assurance and his in-depth knowledge of taxation to support SMEs and professional corporations in the National Capital Region. With five years of experience in the accounting field and holding the CPA auditor designation, Vincent stands out for his rigorous approach and his ability to adapt to each client’s specific needs.
His area of expertise focuses mainly on review engagements and year-end services, with a solid command of the tax issues affecting growing businesses. Recognized for his professionalism and empathy, Vincent prioritizes a client-focused approach, taking their expectations into account to offer relevant and sustainable solutions.
He holds a Bachelor of Commerce with a specialization in accounting from the University of Ottawa and has also completed a graduate diploma in professional accounting at the Université du Québec en Outaouais, further strengthening his technical skills and strategic insight.
Before beginning his career in accounting, Vincent gained diverse experience in fields such as mechanical engineering, electrical work, and construction. This hands-on exposure allows him to better understand the realities, challenges, and specific needs of these industries—an asset that enables him to serve his clients from these sectors more effectively.
When he’s not in the office, Vincent trades numbers for fairways: a passionate golfer, he finds on the course the balance and focus that fuel his professional excellence.
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