Frequently Asked Questions
Choosing a bookkeeping partner is an important decision. Below are answers to some of the questions we hear most often from contractors and small business owners.
Getting Started
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes. Every new client starts with a free consultation where we'll
discuss your business, current bookkeeping process, challenges, and
goals. If we're a good fit, we'll provide a recommendation and pricing.
What happens during the first meeting?
We'll:
- Learn about your business.
- Discuss your bookkeeping challenges.
- Review your current bookkeeping system.
- Answer your questions.
- Recommend the best next steps.
How much does bookkeeping cost?
Our bookkeeping services are priced based on the complexity of your
business rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Factors include
transaction volume, number of accounts, payroll, sales tax, and whether
catch-up work is needed.
Bookkeeping Services
Do you use QuickBooks Online?
Yes. We specialize in QuickBooks Online and can help new businesses
get started, improve existing systems, or clean up inaccurate books.
Can you clean up messy books?
Absolutely. Whether you're behind a few months or several years, we
can organize your bookkeeping, reconcile your accounts, correct
errors, and get your financial records back on track.
How often are my books updated?
Most clients receive monthly bookkeeping services, including
reconciliations and updated financial reports. We'll recommend a
schedule that fits your business.
Will I still have access to my QuickBooks account?
Yes. Your QuickBooks account belongs to you. You'll always have
access to your financial information.
Contractor Bookkeeping
Do you work with contractors?
Yes. We specialize in contractors, trades, trucking, and service
businesses. We understand the unique challenges these businesses
face, including job costing, equipment purchases, cash flow, payroll,
and sales tax.
Can bookkeeping help me bid jobs more accurately?
Yes. Understanding your labor costs, overhead, and profit margins
gives you better information when pricing future jobs and helps reduce
the risk of underbidding.
Can you help me understand which jobs are profitable?
Yes. By organizing your financial information and implementing job
costing where appropriate, we can help you better understand which
jobs and services contribute the most to your bottom line.
Working Together
Do you work remotely?
Yes. We work with businesses remotely using secure cloud-based tools,
making it easy to collaborate no matter where you're located.
Will you work with my CPA or tax preparer?
Absolutely. We believe bookkeeping and tax preparation work best
together. We'll gladly coordinate with your CPA or tax professional
to help ensure tax season goes as smoothly as possible.
Can I switch from another bookkeeper?
Yes. We can help make the transition as smooth as possible by
reviewing your current bookkeeping, identifying any issues, and
creating a plan for moving forward.
General Questions
Why should I choose Big Mountain Financial?
Unlike firms that serve every industry, we focus on contractors,
trades, trucking, and service businesses. Our goal isn't simply to
organize your books—it's to help you understand your financials so
you can make better business decisions, improve profitability, and
stay prepared for tax season.
What is the difference between bookkeeping and tax preparation?
Bookkeeping is the ongoing process of organizing and recording your
financial activity throughout the year. Tax preparation uses those
financial records to prepare and file your tax returns. Accurate
bookkeeping makes tax preparation much easier and often helps reduce
costly mistakes.
What if my books are a mess?
Don't worry—we've seen it before. Many clients come to us after
falling behind or struggling to keep up with their bookkeeping. Our
job is to help you move forward, not judge where you're starting.
Still Have Questions?
Every business is different. If you didn't find the answer you were looking for, we'd be happy to answer your questions and discuss your bookkeeping needs during a free consultation.
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