Common Questions

FAQ

Plain-English answers to the questions we hear most from Jacksonville small business owners.

What's the difference between a bookkeeper and a CPA?

A bookkeeper keeps your financial records clean and current throughout the year — categorizing transactions, reconciling accounts, and producing monthly reports. A CPA uses those records to file your taxes and provide strategic advice. They work best together: your CPA moves faster and charges you less when the books are already clean.

Do I need bookkeeping if I already have a CPA?

Yes — most CPAs do not do ongoing monthly bookkeeping; it's simply not what they're trained for or priced to do. Without clean monthly books, you're flying blind on cash flow all year and handing your CPA a mess at tax time, which costs you more in CPA fees.

How much does bookkeeping cost for a small business?

It depends on the volume of transactions and complexity of your accounts. We quote a flat monthly rate after a free initial call — no hourly billing, no surprise invoices. See our plans and pricing or reach out and we'll give you a number upfront.

Do you work with QuickBooks?

Yes. We use QuickBooks Online and can work within your existing setup or get you started from scratch. If you're using something else, let's talk — we'll figure out what works best.

My books are a mess. Can you still help?

Absolutely. Catch-up bookkeeping is one of the most common things we do. Whether you're a few months behind or a couple of years, we'll get you current without judgment and put a clean system in place going forward.

Do you serve clients outside of Jacksonville?

Our focus is Jacksonville, FL and the surrounding areas — St. Johns County, Clay County, Nassau County. Everything is handled remotely via QuickBooks and secure file sharing, so geography is rarely a barrier. Reach out and let's see if we're a good fit.

Still have a question? Reach out directly — we'll give you a straight answer.

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