Business Details
16 Years
experience
Expert Bookkeeping Services in Long Beach, CA
Founded in 2010, The Bookkeeper has dedicated itself to transforming small business financial management through expert bookkeeping and accounting services. Our team specializes in creating tailored financial roadmaps that enable entrepreneurs to focus on growth while ensuring precise tracking of income and expenses. With decades of combined experience in diverse industries including construction, hospitality, and healthcare, we leverage our expertise in QuickBooks software to deliver automated solutions that enhance operational efficiency. Our collaborative approach emphasizes transparency and accessibility, reflected in our personalized client support available beyond traditional business hours. We prioritize proactive cash flow management and meticulous financial reporting to help businesses avoid crises and maintain compliance.Our commitment to continuous education ensures clients benefit from the latest accounting technologies and best practices. Recognizing the evolving nature of modern work environments, we offer flexible service delivery that accommodates remote operations and mobile business models. Client testimonials consistently highlight our responsiveness, technical proficiency, and ability to simplify complex financial processes. Through monthly consultations and annual financial reviews, we maintain ongoing partnerships that support long-term business sustainability. Our mission remains centered on empowering small business owners with the financial clarity needed to make informed decisions.
Services
Small Business Accounting
Cash Flow Management
QuickBooks Setup
QuickBooks Training
Financial Reporting
Payroll Services
Tax Preparation Support
General Ledger Maintenance
Accounts Receivable/Payable
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of experience in small business accounting since 2010
- Our team provides personalized QuickBooks expertise for tailored solutions
- We guarantee timely financial reporting with 24/7 client support availability
- Our cash flow management strategies prevent business financial crises
- We serve diverse industries including construction, healthcare, and hospitality
What people say
Best bookkeepers available
Highly recommend Denise and Ann
Peace of mind
Saves time and money
Quick to notice discrepancies
Services
Small Business Accounting
Our comprehensive accounting services ensure accurate financial tracking through proper chart of accounts setup and general ledger maintenance. We reconcile bank statements monthly to prevent fraud while generating essential financial reports including income statements and balance sheets. Our team manages accounts receivable/payable to maintain healthy cash flow.
Cash Flow Management
We develop customized cash flow projections to prevent business financial crises. Our services include short-term weekly/monthly projections and long-term strategic planning. We implement collection acceleration techniques and help establish optimal payment policies to maintain positive cash flow and secure credit lines.
QuickBooks Setup
We configure QuickBooks systems tailored to business needs, including chart of accounts creation and inventory management setup. Our experts handle data migration from existing systems and provide comprehensive training. We ensure proper configuration of sales tax settings and payment terms for accurate financial tracking.
QuickBooks Training
Our personalized training sessions teach proper QuickBooks usage for business-specific needs. We offer on-site instruction focused on relevant features and provide ongoing support to ensure software proficiency. Training includes transaction entry, report generation, and tax preparation workflows.
Financial Reporting
We generate comprehensive financial reports including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analyses. Our reports track budget variances and identify spending trends to inform business decisions. We provide historical data analysis and prepare year-end financial packages for tax professionals.
People
Ann Hovatter
Owner/Senior Bookkeeper
With 15+ years of experience since founding The Bookkeeper in 2010, Ann specializes in construction, restaurants, and medical services accounting. She previously worked in construction insurance and received accounting training at LBCC.
Denise Lee
Bookkeeper
Denise brings 20 years of accounting experience from manufacturing and repair industries. She joined The Bookkeeper in 2016, specializing in entertainment, manufacturing, and franchise accounting systems with expertise in multiple software platforms.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide complete bookkeeping services including financial software setup, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, accounts receivable/payable management, and financial reporting.
How does your QuickBooks setup process work?
Our setup includes chart of accounts configuration, data migration, inventory management setup, and customized training to ensure proper system implementation for your specific business needs.
Do you offer training for business owners?
Yes, we provide personalized QuickBooks training sessions at your location focused on the specific features relevant to your business operations and accounting requirements.
How can you help with cash flow management?
We create customized cash flow projections, implement collection acceleration techniques, and establish effective payment policies to maintain positive cash flow and prevent financial crises.
What industries do you specialize in?
We have expertise in construction, restaurants, medical services, entertainment, manufacturing, and franchise accounting with tailored solutions for each industry's unique requirements.
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