Bookkeeping for Madison Small Businesses

Monthly bookkeeping, catch-up work, and sales tax management for Madison businesses. Clean books and financial clarity at a flat monthly rate.

Bookkeeping for Madison Businesses

Madison has one of the most active small business communities in Wisconsin. From the restaurants around Capitol Square to retail on State Street and professional offices spread across the isthmus, there’s no shortage of owners who need their books handled properly. We provide full-service bookkeeping for Madison businesses that have outgrown the DIY approach but aren’t ready to bring on a full-time accountant.

Our office is in Beaver Dam, about 40 minutes up the road. But we deliver everything remotely, which most Madison clients actually prefer. No scheduling around office hours or driving across town for a meeting. Your books get done every month, your reports are delivered on time, and you can reach us when questions come up.

Monthly Bookkeeping

Transaction categorization, bank and credit card reconciliation, and financial statements delivered every month. Your books stay current so you always know where the business stands instead of guessing until tax season.

Catch-Up Bookkeeping

If your books are months or years behind, we clean everything up before starting monthly service. Most of our clients come to us in exactly this situation. We get you current and then keep you there.

Sales Tax Filing

Madison businesses selling taxable goods or prepared food need accurate sales tax returns filed with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. We handle the preparation and filing so nothing falls through the cracks.

Budgeting and Cash Flow

We help you build a realistic budget and forecast cash flow so you can plan for slow months, big purchases, and hiring decisions based on actual numbers instead of gut feelings.

Who We Work With in Madison

Madison’s economy is diverse, but the small business owners we work with tend to share the same problem. They started doing their own books, got busy running operations, fell behind, and now the financial side of their business is a source of stress instead of a useful tool. Tax time is chaotic. Profitability is a guess. Cash flow feels unpredictable even when revenue is growing.

We work with businesses doing anywhere from $50K to a few million in revenue. Big enough to need real bookkeeping, not big enough to justify a full-time hire. That’s exactly the gap our Wisconsin small business bookkeeping services are built to fill.

Restaurants and Bars

Madison’s food and drink scene is one of the best in the state. From established spots on the Square to newer places on Willy Street and Atwood Avenue, we handle the restaurant and bar bookkeeping that keeps you on top of food costs, tip reporting, and daily sales reconciliation.

Retail Shops

Boutiques on State Street, specialty stores near Hilldale, shops tucked into the neighborhoods. We track inventory, manage sales tax returns, and reconcile POS systems so your books reflect what’s actually happening at the register.

Professional Services

Law firms, consultants, architects, engineers, and other professional offices. Madison has a concentration of these businesses given the state government and university nearby. We keep overhead tracked and financial reports organized for partner review or planning conversations.

Creative Businesses

Marketing agencies, designers, photographers, and video producers. Madison’s creative community is strong and growing. We handle project-based revenue tracking, contractor payments, and 1099 preparation for businesses that work with a rotating roster of freelancers.

Common Questions

Do you serve Madison businesses from Beaver Dam?

Yes. Our office is in Beaver Dam, about 40 minutes from Madison, but everything we do happens remotely. Bank feeds, document sharing, and communication all work online. Most clients prefer it that way.

What does monthly bookkeeping cost?

Starting at $199 per month. Your rate is based on total monthly expenses. We'll give you an exact number after a short conversation about your business.

Can you help with Wisconsin sales tax filing?

Yes. We prepare and file sales tax returns with the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. If you sell taxable goods or food, we make sure your returns are accurate and filed on time.

My books are months behind. Where do we start?

We start with catch-up work to get everything current. Once your records are clean, we move into monthly bookkeeping so you don't fall behind again.

Do you work with my CPA at tax time?

Yes. We prepare your books for a clean handoff so your CPA has everything they need. Proper categorization, reconciled accounts, and supporting documentation all in place.

Wisconsin's Small Business Bookkeeper