Bookkeeping & Reporting Services
Remote Bookkeeping & Reporting Services
Discover a clear path toward growth and success with our remote bookkeeping services.
Remote Bookkeeping Services for Businesses of All Shapes & Sizes
Our Services Include
Bookkeeping clean-up
Business accounting
Bank & credit card reconciliations
Accounts payable & receivable
Payroll processing
General ledger data entry & reconciliations
Customized financial reporting
Month-end closing
Fiscal year-end support
Quickbooks training & support
Advisory & support
Financial Reports That Tell Your Story
Forging your path forward requires understanding where you have been. Your financial data tells your company’s story in black-and-white—assuming that your books are in order.
Similarly, good business decisions rely on measurable data and objective insights, but these can feel indecipherable without the proper analysis.
The NorthStar team’s skills include uncovering trends, cycles, KPIs and ROI statistics. Get actionable insights and turn your raw data into a meaningful story that shows where you have been and where you’re headed.
Custom Reports from NorthStar Bookkeeping can include:
Profit & loss statements
Balance sheets
Cash flow statements
Variance analyses
AP / AR aging analysis
Reconciliation
Custom data sets
Remote reporting helps accurately predict cash flow, create budgets, and plan for the future so you can control where your story goes and how it ends.
With NorthStar Bookkeeping, Your Only Direction is Forward.
Example Reports
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Bookkeeping Services FAQs
What are the benefits of outsourcing my bookkeeping?
Outsourcing your bookkeeping allows you to focus on growing your business while leaving the financial details to the experts.
The primary benefits are that it:
Cuts costs: Outsourcing bookkeeping enables you to enjoy substantial cost reductions. Hiring an in-house bookkeeper requires not only salary costs but also expenses related to benefits, training, and even office space. Outsourcing provides you with the services you need without having to take on the cost of hiring a full-time employee.
Provides access to expertise: When you outsource your bookkeeping, you receive access to a professional team with specialized knowledge and skills that could be difficult to receive with an internal team, especially if you are a smaller business. This also ensures you are working with experts who are updated on the latest regulations and best practices, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial reporting so you’re always ready for tax season.
Maximizes efficiency: Outsourcing bookkeeping tasks enables business owners and their employees to free up valuable time that would have been spent on managing financial records and ensuring they are up-to-date. In doing so, you will enable your teams to focus on core business activities and strategic growth initiatives, ultimately optimizing productivity and operational efficiency. The expertise you receive from your outsourced team will also help you navigate complex financial challenges and improve decision-making.
Simply put, outsourcing your bookkeeping could be a smart, cost-effective way to ensure your finances are in good hands and allocate resources more efficiently so you can focus on what matters most: managing your business and driving growth.
How much do your bookkeeping services cost?
The cost of our bookkeeping services can vary depending on the complexity of your needs, the size of your business, and how frequently you require assistance. On average, bookkeeping services in California can range from $300 to $2,500 per month or $20 to $50 per hour.
For simpler, more routine tasks, you may find costs on the lower end, while more extensive bookkeeping (such as managing payroll, preparing financial statements, or handling complex accounting) may fall on the higher end.
Several factors influence bookkeeping costs, including the frequency of service (e.g., monthly, weekly, or daily), the size and complexity of your business, and whether you require basic tasks like data entry or more comprehensive services, such as payroll, tax preparation, and financial analysis.
NorthStar Bookkeeping offers tailored solutions with pricing starting at $250 per month, making our services accessible even for small businesses or startups.
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Do I need a bookkeeper if I already have a CPA?
Yes, even if you have a CPA, having a bookkeeper can still be incredibly beneficial for your business.
These two professionals serve two different roles:
A bookkeeper is primarily involved in the day-to-day management of financial transactions, including documenting income and expenses, managing accounts payable and receivable, and maintaining accurate financial records. Bookkeepers ensure your financial data is organized and up-to-date, which is essential for effective financial management.
A CPA handles more complex financial tasks, such as tax preparation, financial analysis, and strategic planning. While CPAs can perform bookkeeping tasks, their expertise is better utilized in higher-level functions that require deeper insights into your business’s financial health, maximizing the value they provide to your business.
Having both a bookkeeper and a CPA maximizes efficiency in your business, ensures accuracy in your financial records, and saves money in the long run by allowing your CPA to work on more valuable activities instead of basic bookkeeping, driving business growth.
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What types of businesses benefit from bookkeeping services?
Bookkeeping services can benefit businesses of all sizes and industries, but they are especially valuable for small to medium-sized businesses that need to stay on top of their finances without the overhead of an in-house accounting department.
Whether you’re a solo entrepreneur or running a growing team, accurate financial records are the foundation for smart business decisions and long-term success.
The professionals we often help with our bookkeeping services include:
CEOs: We can help lead your organization confidently with administrative support and timely and transparent reports. Other services we provide include bookkeeping, accounting, financial statements, custom reporting, KPI monitoring, forecasting data, software and systems implementation, and growth support.
CFOs: We can take bookkeeping off your plate so you can plot out a successful future. We offer several report types to support you, including profit and loss reports, balance sheets, cash flow statements, variance analyses, AP/AR aging, custom data sets and visualization, as well as consulting and reconciliation services. Trust us to understand your organization’s needs and function like an extension of your in-house team, even as a remote partner.
Property Management: Our team can take on your accounting to-do list when the paperwork starts piling up, which can easily happen in such a highly regulated industry. Our real estate bookkeeping, administration, and operations support enables you to focus on locations and your business!
Construction Firms: Enlisting the help of bookkeeping services can provide the blueprint your construction needs for financial stability and future planning by unlocking your financial data to get actionable insights and plan for the future. Our outsourced construction bookkeeping services include comprehensive accounting reports, invoice management, financial analysis, systems integration, risk management, and growth support.
CPAs: We provide referrals and support to CPAs to help businesses of all sizes and industries with back-office optimization and bookkeeping assistance. Our team can help with bookkeeping and accounting, balance sheets, break-even analyses, systems integration, risk management, and growth support.
Law firms: Bookkeeping services can greatly help law firms who already have enough on their plate with knowledgeable, candid guidance and impeccable reports. Balancing your books is especially important when you are juggling several cases and clients at a time.
If you’re running a business, bookkeeping is an investment that will help you save time, reduce stress, and improve your bottom line – no matter your industry.
While we specialize in serving the industries and roles listed above, we are more than equipped to handle all bookkeeping needs. Contact us today to discover how we can help you.
How does a quality bookkeeper save you time and money?
A quality bookkeeper saves you time and money by streamlining your financial processes and ensuring that your records are always accurate and up to date.
Here’s how it helps:
Time Savings: A bookkeeper handles the day-to-day financial tasks, so you don’t have to. This means you can focus more on running your business and less on crunching numbers or stressing over spreadsheets.
Preventing Costly Mistakes: With a skilled bookkeeper on your team, you reduce the risk of errors that can lead to costly mistakes, such as missed deductions or late fees. They’ll also help you avoid penalties by staying on top of deadlines so you never miss an important filing.
Better Cash Flow Management: Bookkeepers monitor cash flow, ensuring you have a clear picture of how much money is coming in and going out. By tracking this carefully, they can help you avoid surprises and make smarter financial decisions that boost your profitability.
Tax Preparation and Planning: With clean, organized books, you’ll be better prepared come tax season. A bookkeeper ensures your financial records are in tip-top shape, making it easier for your CPA to file your taxes, saving you time, and potentially reducing your tax liability.
Budgeting and Forecasting: A bookkeeper can help create a budget and monitor progress toward your financial goals. They provide insights into spending patterns and highlight areas to cut costs or optimize spending, helping you make smarter, long-term business decisions.
In the end, having a quality bookkeeper ensures you’re not wasting time on complex financial tasks and gives you the tools to keep more money in your business by staying on top of things efficiently.
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How do your services and reports help my businesses grow?
Our bookkeeping services and reports play a key role in helping your business grow by providing clarity, structure, and strategic insights into your financial health.
Here’s how we make that happen:
Actionable Insights for Better Decision-Making: A bookkeeping business plan with financial reports, such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, gives you a clear snapshot of where your business stands. This helps you identify what’s working, where to improve, and which areas are ripe for investment or cost-cutting. With data in hand, you can make smarter, more informed decisions that propel growth.
Budget Management: Budgeting ensures your resources are allocated in a way that supports business goals. Bookkeeping helps create a realistic budget based on historical financial data, allowing you to forecast expenses accurately and allocate funds to generate the most return.
Tracking Financial Health for Long-Term Success: Consistent and accurate bookkeeping ensures your financial records are always up-to-date and you remain tax compliant. This is crucial when tracking business performance over time and making adjustments to strategies, whether that’s optimizing cash flow or managing expenses. Clear, real-time financial tracking also helps you set and reach realistic growth targets with confidence.
Helping Startups Scale: For startups, having organized books and clear financial reports is essential. With accurate data, you can forecast future growth, plan for the next stage of development, and secure financing more easily. Our services help you understand your finances so you can build the right business plan and set goals that lead to sustainable growth and build investor trust to secure more funding.
Building a Scalable Foundation: With a solid bookkeeping system in place, we help you create a business plan for growth. This includes setting budgets, establishing key financial metrics, and planning for the future. As your business grows, we help you scale by ensuring your books evolve with you and remain an asset as you expand.
By partnering with us, you get more than just bookkeeping; you get a tool for growth that helps you navigate financial challenges, plan strategically, and make decisions that will keep your business moving forward.
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