Empower Your Business with Expert Bookkeeping
Dedicated to Your Business Success
At Middle Tennessee Bookkeeping, I want your growing business to thrive. I know it's extremely tough to juggle a business, a home, and a life. You want to do it all well, but it's really hard, and grinding it out takes a heavy toll. Sometimes the family suffers, sometimes your business scrapes by on autopilot, and sometimes you have no life. You need support so that you can serve others well and get back to your own purpose and expertise. I provide that support for you and your business with expert bookkeeping services tailored to meet your specific needs. I keep your business transactions recorded and organized correctly so that you can easily find information. And I answer your questions and provide smart guidance based on your own business data, so that you can grow without the grind.
Why Expert Bookkeeping?
Bookkeeping is the process of recording, organizing and maintaining financial transactions. Good bookkeeping is essential to achieving financial success. Keeping detailed records, analyzing profits, tracking cashflow, staying organized and compliant, and preparing for taxes all contribute to the long-term growth and stability for your business. Without this bedrock, you can't see where you're going or build upwards. By having accurate data and reviewing your business results each month, you can pinpoint which areas of your business are profitable, and which need improvement. Regular profit analysis helps you adjust your business strategies, allocate resources efficiently, and make informed decisions on future investments, but you need good bookkeeping in order to provide the reliable data needed for accurate profit analysis.
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Using a professional bookkeeper is a game changer. A skilled bookkeeper not only keeps your financial records in order, but also provides valuable support and insights to help your business thrive. By outsourcing your bookkeeping tasks, you free up valuable time to focus on operations. At the same time you create the peace of mind that comes from knowing your business's financial data is correct and up-to-date.
Personalized Approach
I believe in a personalized approach to bookkeeping, tailoring services to your unique business needs and preferences. My goal is to carefully process and organize your business transactions, help you understand what the results mean, and support you as you make your own informed decisions.
Insights and Guidance
I provide you with your financial reports and detailed insights and guidance each month, ensuring you receive the care and attention your business deserves. I focus on building strong relationships, trust and reliability with my clients to promote their financial well-being.
Good bookkeeping offers numerous benefits that can greatly enhance your business operations. It provides a clear picture of your financial health, helping you make informed decisions Accurate records can save you time during tax season and ensure compliance with regulations. Additionally, good bookkeeping can help identify areas for cost savings and improve cash flow management.
Many business owners focus on sales, customer service and growth, while bookkeeping often takes a backseat. However, proper bookkeeping is essential for financial stability, legal compliance, and long-term success. In fact, maintaining accurately recorded transactions doesn't just keep you organized -- it saves you money and prevents costly problems.
There are many, many benefits to prioritizing bookkeeping. Some of them are......
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Proper record-keeping lays the foundation for a well-organized business.
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Keeping your financial records up-to-date ensures that all transactions are accounted for, and correct.
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Year-end tax preparation is much easier, accurate, timely, and less expensive when based on accurate records.
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Solid transactional data enables you to track and plan for upcoming expenses based on cashflow.
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Setting budgets and evaluating potential investment ideas depends on accurate data.
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Good bookkeeping ensures that your employees are paid on time and that payroll taxes are correctly applied.
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Your invoices from vendors get paid on time and for the right amounts, building up your brand and credit rating.
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Sales that you make to customers are billed on time, and you receive regular cash payments when they're due.
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You avoid penalties and minimize audits when tax obligations and required reports include accurate data.
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You can evaluate your financial situation at any given time, confidently steering your business with good data.
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Small expenses, that could go unnoticed and add up over time, are identified so you know where your money's going.
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If you ever need a loan or want to attract investors, banks want to see accurate financial records before they commit.
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Instead of wasting time sorting through financial messes, you can focus on growing your business, or just living.
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Proper bookkeeping reduces stress and saves time. No lost receipts, missing invoices, or need to reconstruct records.
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It combines technology + the human touch to simplify tasks, reduce errors and provide the caring support you need.
About Me
I'm Jan Prendergast. For many years I worked as a Financial Controller or Director of Finance for other employers, handling all of the accounting for different types of businesses. Some of the larger companies I worked for were in professional services, media, entertainment, publishing and manufacturing. Some of the smaller ones were startups, churches and nonprofits. I understand the details, I understand the big picture, and I can help you with it all.
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Now that I have my own company, I use all I've learned over the years to directly support you and your growing business. I find it extremely rewarding to help others build. I do that by keeping your transactional data clean and organized, and I always provide that data to you along with financial insights to help you and your business succeed.
Case Studies & Bookkeeping Success Stories
Dave, a busy building contractor, was spending hours each week managing his finances. This was taking away from time he could spend bidding on new projects and managing his crew. Partnering with a bookkeeper freed up several hours each week for John. He used this newfound time to secure new contracts and expand his business, ultimately doubling his revenue within a year.
Sarah, owner of a local coffee shop, was struggling to keep track of her finances. She knew her business was profitable, but she couldn’t pinpoint her most profitable menu items or identify areas where she could optimize her spending. After hiring a bookkeeper, Sarah received detailed financial reports that revealed her best-selling drinks and highlighted areas where she could save on supplies. With this newfound clarity, Sarah was able to adjust her pricing strategy and negotiate better deals with suppliers, ultimately increasing her profit margins.
Lisa, owner of a boutique clothing store, had some extra cash and was unsure whether to expand her inventory or invest in online marketing. A professional bookkeeper analyzed Lisa’s historical sales data and identified a growing demand for a specific clothing line. With this information, Lisa made the strategic decision to expand her inventory in that category, which resulted in a significant increase in sales.
Services
Small Custom Or Non-Recurring Needs
Recurring Monthly Bookkeeping
Extensive Specialized Cleanup Or Setup Work
$700 per month (small company)
$75 per hour
$1,050 per month (medium company)
$1,250 per month
$1,400 per month (large company)