Both of Eric McIntosh Champagne’s parents are CPAcs—as are aunts, uncles, and a great uncle.
“I like to joke that accounting is the family business,” he says. “You can imagine the conversations we have at some family dinners.”
“I first encountered accounting personally in high school and found it fascinating—something about the way it all fit together just clicked. That interest led me to study it in university, where I discovered how much I enjoyed untangling complex problems. I’ve always been drawn to finding solutions that others might overlook. It’s the kind of work that’s endlessly satisfying.”
Eric’s journey with GGFL began with a four-month co-op placement in 2012, followed by a second placement a year later. From the beginning, the environment stood out to him as one that valued growth and supported its people.
“GGFL has been my professional home ever since,” Eric shares. “That’s not uncommon here—we have a lot of homegrown talent. Students come in, and they’re encouraged to grow, learn, and thrive, which makes it easy to stay.”
Eric is always seeking new challenges, embracing discovery, and finding joy in solving the puzzles that come his way.
“I specialize in a few industries, including construction, real estate, agriculture, and automotive businesses,” Eric explains. “But I love to dig into new industries. The fundamentals of accounting are the same, but each new industry presents a new set of variables—kind of like a fresh puzzle to solve. The tax law is sound; it’s the variables that shift. And with each new challenge, I approach it with the same care and problem-solving mindset.”
While every accountant needs technical expertise, for Eric, the human side of the business is what truly drives him now that he’s a partner.
“I can spend time working on financials and explaining tax law, but the best part is when you get to sit down with someone face-to-face and understand their story,” he says.
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