Bookkeeping
Monthly Bookkeeping Services
Monthly bookkeeping keeps your numbers current, your sales tax filed on time, and your year-end handoff to a CPA painless. The right provider closes by the 15th and gives you a P&L you can actually read.
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Who this is for
Who hires monthly bookkeeping
Any business past the spreadsheet stage benefits from a recurring monthly close.
- Small businesses with 1–50 employees
- Service businesses, contractors, and trades
- Ecommerce brands and DTC sellers
- Professional practices (law, medical, dental)
- Nonprofits and faith-based organizations
What's included
What monthly bookkeeping includes
A real monthly close goes beyond categorization — it ties to bank statements, reconciles to the penny, and produces management-ready reports.
- Bank, credit-card, loan, and merchant reconciliations
- Transaction categorization in QuickBooks or Xero
- AR, AP, and 1099 vendor tracking
- Sales-tax filings (where in scope)
- Monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash-flow statement
- Year-end clean handoff to your CPA
How to choose
How to choose a monthly bookkeeping service
Look for clear SLAs, software fluency, and a real human owner of your account.
- What day do you close each month?
- Are you a QuickBooks ProAdvisor or Xero Partner?
- Will I have a dedicated bookkeeper?
- Do you handle sales tax / payroll journals?
- Can you produce industry-specific reports (job cost, KPI dashboard)?
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FAQ
Common questions
How much do monthly bookkeeping services cost?
Small businesses typically pay $300–$1,500/month depending on transaction volume, account count, and whether sales tax and payroll journals are included.
How long does monthly bookkeeping take?
Most providers close within 10–15 business days after month-end. Faster closes are available for businesses that need management reporting on day 5.
Do I still need a CPA if I have a bookkeeper?
Yes. Bookkeepers maintain the books month to month; CPAs file your tax return, plan strategy, and represent you with the IRS.
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Advisor-grade guides
Downloadable ebooks & templates
CPA-ready playbooks and templates you can use today — instant downloads, no signup required.
The Small Business Tax & Profit Playbook
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Business Tax Deduction Checklist
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The Definitive Bookkeeping Cleanup & Recovery Guide
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The Freelancer Tax Guide
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The Year-End Tax Planning Guide
The CPA's December playbook — practical strategies to reduce your tax bill before the year closes.
The Premium Bookkeeping Template Pack
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Tax & Bookkeeping Resource Library
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