Business Details
46 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Financial Services Solutions
At Better Bookkeeping & Tax Service, we specialize in providing comprehensive bookkeeping, tax preparation, and payroll processing solutions tailored to small businesses. With over four decades of combined experience, our team of seasoned professionals is dedicated to alleviating the financial burdens that distract business owners from their core operations. Our founder, Lenay Johnson, has been a trusted bookkeeper for 48 years, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and a deep understanding of evolving financial regulations. We prioritize personalized service, fostering long-term relationships with clients by offering customized solutions that align with their unique needs. Our payroll specialists, including Katie Hauptmann, guarantee timely and accurate processing while adhering to complex tax laws.We utilize secure digital platforms to streamline document management and enhance transparency, ensuring clients have real-time access to critical financial information. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our proactive tax planning strategies, which aim to minimize liabilities while maximizing returns. We pride ourselves on maintaining a local identity while delivering services that meet the highest industry standards. Our team's extensive experience, spanning nearly 50 years in the field, positions us as a reliable partner for businesses seeking financial stability and growth. By handling intricate financial tasks, we empower our clients to focus on innovation and expansion, confident in the knowledge that their financial operations are in expert hands.
Services
Bookkeeping
Tax Preparation
Payroll Processing
Accounts Payable
Financial Statements
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We offer 48 years of combined bookkeeping expertise.
- Our secure client portal ensures real-time document access.
- We guarantee timely and accurate payroll processing.
- We provide proactive tax planning to minimize liabilities.
- Our personalized approach fosters long-term client relationships.
What people say
Highest quality service
Great tax return
Personal relationship
Flawless payroll
Reasonable cost
Services
Bookkeeping
Our bookkeeping services ensure accurate financial records through monthly or quarterly reconciliations. We manage bank accounts, prepare financial statements, and assist with budget setup. Small businesses benefit from streamlined accounting software integration and procedural guidance.
Tax Preparation
We provide year-round tax planning to minimize liabilities and maximize returns. Services include individual and business tax returns, amended filings, and electronic submissions. Our expertise covers estate taxes and quarterly estimated payments for optimal compliance.
Payroll Processing
Our payroll solutions handle check processing, direct deposits, and W-2/1099 filings. We ensure timely 941 payments and quarterly reports, reducing errors through digital systems. Clients receive login access for payroll reports and tax documentation.
Accounts Payable
We digitize invoice management through secure portals, organizing scanned documents and generating payment reports. Services include check preparation, direct debit processing, and reconciliation to maintain accurate financial records.
Secure Portal
Our secure online portal allows clients to upload documents, review financial records, and access reports 24/7. This digital solution enhances transparency, reduces paperwork, and ensures timely communication between our team and clients.
People
Lenay Johnson
Founder & Bookkeeper
With 48 years of bookkeeping experience, Lenay Johnson established the business 43 years ago, transitioning from part-time home operations to full-time office management.
Catherine Hauptmann
Bookkeeper
Catherine Hauptmann brings over 20 years of bookkeeping expertise, returning as a partner in 2015 after a military service-related leave from 2008-2015.
Katie Hauptmann
Payroll Specialist
Katie Hauptmann ensures flawless payroll execution with four years of experience managing tax filings, direct deposits, and compliance reporting.
Questions
What bookkeeping services do you offer?
We provide monthly or quarterly bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, financial statements, and accounting software setup for small businesses.
How do you handle payroll processing?
We manage payroll checks, direct deposits, W-2/1099 filings, and tax reports electronically to ensure accuracy and compliance.
What tax preparation services are available?
We prepare individual and business tax returns, amended filings, estate taxes, and electronic submissions with direct deposit options.
How experienced is your team?
Our team includes a 48-year bookkeeping veteran and specialists with over 20 years of combined experience in financial services.
What hours are you available?
We're open Monday-Thursday 8am-3pm (until 12pm Thursday) and closed Friday-Sunday for client consultations.
How can I access my financial documents?
Our secure online portal allows 24/7 document uploads, report generation, and real-time financial record access.
