GEM BOOKS

GEM-BOOKS is a cloud-based solution for accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and business management.

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GEM BOOKS Overview

  • Updated December 15, 2025

GEM-BOOKS is a cloud-based, all-in-one business management software designed for SMEs, self-employed professionals, and accountants. It streamlines accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, invoicing, and human resource management on a single platform.

Accessible anytime, anywhere with an internet connection, it supports multiple currencies and languages, offering add-ons like project management and secure document sharing. GEM-BOOKS simplifies daily tasks, enhances productivity, and optimizes business performance with user-friendly, centralized features.

Key Features

  • Accounting and Bookkeeping: Manage general ledger, accounts receivable/payable, financial reporting, and balance sheets for accurate financial tracking.
  • Payroll Management: Handle payroll processing, including deductions and compliance with regulations like CCQ, simplifying employee payments.
  • Invoicing: Create and send invoices, track payments, and support multi-currency transactions for efficient billing.
  • Human Resource Management: Organize employee records, schedules, and HR tasks, streamlining workforce management.
  • Secure Document Sharing: Enable safe storage and sharing of documents, enhancing collaboration and data security.
  • Project Management: Track project progress, costs, and tasks, improving efficiency for team-based initiatives.
  • Multi-Currency and Language Support: Support transactions in various currencies and languages, ideal for international businesses.
  • Cloud-Based Access: Provide access to all features anytime, anywhere via internet, ensuring flexibility and convenience.
  • CRM Integration: Include built-in CRM or integrate with third-party CRM systems to manage client relationships effectively.
  • Free Basic Functions: Offer core features for free, with optional paid modules for advanced functionality.

Price

Plan Name Monthly Price Includes
GEM‑BOOKS (Base Plan) $49.95/month Bookkeeping & accounting core features
With Payroll Add-On $99.95/month Bookkeeping, accounting + Employee Payroll module
With Payroll & CCQ Add-On $179.85/month Bookkeeping, accounting + Employee Payroll + CCQ-specific payroll (for Québec construction industry)

Check pricing details: https://www.gem-books.com/pricing

Pros

Competitor Pros of GEM-BOOKS
QuickBooks Online GEM‑BOOKS offers a free version and flexible add‑on modules for payroll and project management, giving users the ability to pay only for what they need.
Xero GEM-BOOKS supports multiple languages and currencies and includes specialized payroll for Québec construction (CCQ), which Xero may not offer.
Sage Accounting GEM-BOOKS includes built-in project management, HR, secure document sharing, and freight tools—all in one solution—while Sage often needs separate add-ons.
NetSuite ERP GEM-BOOKS provides simpler pricing starting at about CA$29.95/month and ease of setup for small to mid-size Canadian businesses, without the enterprise complexity of NetSuite.
Wave Accounting GEM-BOOKS includes payroll and advanced modules like project management and HR, whereas Wave focuses mainly on invoicing and basic bookkeeping.

Cons

Competitor Cons of GEM-BOOKS
QuickBooks Online QuickBooks is very well‑known, has thousands of user reviews (QuickBooks score: ~4.3 out of 5), and offers robust support and integration—areas where GEM‑BOOKS has little user feedback to prove reliability.
Xero Xero has a global presence, extensive integrations, and a polished user experience; GEM-BOOKS, in contrast, seems more regionally focused and lacks broad integration options.
Sage Accounting Sage is widely used and respected among accounting professionals, offering deep features and ecosystem support; GEM-BOOKS, while simpler, may not satisfy those with more advanced needs.
NetSuite ERP NetSuite is a full ERP platform with scalable, enterprise-grade features; GEM-BOOKS is not built for large or complex operational environments.
Wave Accounting Wave offers a generous free tier with no paid version required for basic use; GEM-BOOKS has more modules that cost extra, which may not suit extremely budget-tight users.

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