Santa Monica Bookkeeping
As a small business owner, your primary focus should be on growing your company. Let us handle the rest. We’ll ensure your records and books are always up-to-date, provide you with precise financial reports, and give you the peace of mind to confidently expand your business.
We serve clients who cherish personalized care and meticulous attention to detail. They trust us as expert advisors and thrive through our collaborative partnership. Our mission is to simplify finances, enhance quality of life, and deliver peace of mind through heartfelt and tailored accounting services. We believe in creating meaningful connections and providing support that goes beyond numbers.
What We Offer
We handle everything from accounts payable and receivable to payroll, bank reconciliations, and financial statement preparation - and more - to help you make informed decisions and maximize your tax savings. We also provide expert advice and strategy sessions to ensure you have the support you need to succeed. Scroll down for a list of all our services.
Where We Serve
We pride ourselves on our ability to serve local clients and beyond. Whether you're located in the heart of the city or the surrounding areas or even in another state, we're here to help. Our experienced bookkeepers are dedicated to providing you with the best possible service, no matter where you are in the Country.
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Bookkeeping in Santa Monica
When you first started your business, its accounting probably seemed as straightforward as recording income and expenses every month. But as you grew, you realized invoices went unpaid and bills were overlooked, causing discrepancies. Or maybe you just didn't have the time or patience for it anymore. Effective accounting requires a meticulous attention to detail—tracking income, expenses, and following up on unpaid invoices. Our skilled bookkeepers excel in all these areas and more, ensuring everything balances at month-end and year-end.
Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help your business thrive.
Why Should You Choose Us?
We understand how valuable a small business owner's time is, and managing a stack of receipts and invoices shouldn't divert your focus from your goals. We're here to handle the details with care and expertise. We'll meticulously reconcile your books, deliver precise financial data, and empower you to make informed and confident business decisions, so you can focus on what truly matters—growing your business.
Choosing the right firm for your business is critical. We recognize the significance of dependable and effective financial management. With our team of seasoned professionals, we provide customized solutions to precisely fit your requirements.
Here are three compelling reasons why you should trust us with all your needs:
In short, we offer expertise, experience, customized solutions, accuracy, efficiency, cost-effective services, and personalized care. With our team of dedicated bookkeepers, your financial records are in great hands. Contact Us today to find out how we can help your business thrive.
Get To Know Us
We are experts in accounting services tailored for businesses of all sizes. Our team is dedicated to keeping your financial records accurate and up-to-date, so you can focus on what matters—running your business. With our comprehensive services, from detailed financial reporting like Profit & Loss report and Balance Sheet to reliable payroll management, we provide the peace of mind you deserve to have! Whether you're a small startup or a thriving corporation, our experienced team is here to support you on your journey. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help streamline your business's financial operations.
Perks of Hiring Us
When it comes to managing your finances, having precise and dependable services is crucial to your success and taxes. We understand the challenges businesses encounter in maintaining well-organized financial records. That's why we specialize in services that are tailored to meet your specific needs. After all, you didn't start your business to do its books, but we did!
Our aim is to support business growth and peace of mind. We want to save you time and money so that you can focus on growing areas of your business that only you can grow while spending your free time doing the things you love.
Here are three compelling perks and reasons why you should trust a virtual remote firm like ours with all your needs:
In summary, opting for remote bookkeepers allows us to access top national talent, so that we can meet high standards and specific needs while significantly reducing overhead costs associated with in-person roles to save you money as well. Our approach helps ensure efficient operations and enables us to allocate resources more effectively, ultimately improving service delivery and client satisfaction.
Monthly Services
Our monthly services provide expert solutions for all of your financial needs. Including detailed data entry and financial statement preparation, such as profit and loss reports and balance sheets. We offer strategy sessions as needed, tailored to your business's complexity. Pricing starts at $199 per month. Contact us for a free consultation to receive a precise quote. Gain clarity, organization, and confidence in your finances with our personalized monthly solutions.
Cleanup
Are you behind on your books? Do you still need annual reports to file your past taxes? Our cleanup service is tailored to your needs. We provide efficient and precise cleanup services. Whether your books are a few months behind, or years behind, we handle it all with expertise, dedication, and grace. We understand the stress of having overdue books and aim to relieve that burden, so that you can rest easy knowing your finances are in order.
Accounts Receivable
Our Accounts Receivable services in Burbank, CA are tailored to meet your business's unique invoicing needs. We understand that every business is different, which is why we offer customizable A/R. With our AR services, you can see better profits thanks to our efficient collections, quick invoicing, and careful management of all your financial accounts. We'll make sure your receivables are tracked and managed flawlessly, making your financial operations run smoother overall. Whether you need invoices to be sent daily, weekly, or monthly, we've got you. Or if you need customization and pdfs attached to each invoice with a breakdown to be sent to your clients, we'll take care of all your A/R needs.
Accounts Payable
Our accounts payable services are tailored to meet your business's unique bill paying needs. We'll simplify your accounts payable effortlessly. Our skilled team ensures clarity in tracking all outgoing funds, from payment monitoring to identifying billing errors. With us, you can maintain financial clarity and efficiency, ensuring timely payments to vendors and suppliers while managing cash flow effectively and a good relationship with your vendors. Focus on growing your business while we handle your financial tasks with ease.
Our payroll management service is designed to make managing your employees' wages and taxes both easy and hassle-free. Whether you want us to manage your Payroll, or if you only want us to Set Up your payroll so that you can manage it yourself. Managing payroll can be daunting and time-consuming, but we'll simplify it for you. Our team will ensure accurate and timely payments to your employees, using any Payroll provider you have or need. Let us help you focus on running your business effectively. Pricing starts at just $50 per month.
Class tracking is a necessity for any business that needs to categorize expenses, income, and transactions by specific segments such as departments, projects, or locations. This is most common for real estate, retail, distribution, service, or manufacturing industries. Class Tracking provides detailed insights into the financial performance of each class, which enables more accurate budgeting, cost control, and strategic decision-making. With class tracking, business owners can easily identify profitable areas and those that need improvement. This ensures better resource allocation.
For any business managing multiple projects, project tracking (or job tracking) is a necessity for precise monitoring of expenses, revenues, and progress for each project. This is most common for the construction, engineering, information technology (IT), and finance industries. Project tracking ensures that every financial transaction is accurately connected to its corresponding project, providing clear insights into project profitability and performance. So that you can better manage budgets, meet deadlines, and make informed decisions for your business.
Managing or filing sales tax can be a real headache for business owners, especially with the varying rates and regulations across different states. That's where we come in. We'll take care of everything, from calculating the right amount to filing the returns on time, to ensure you're always compliant. This is most common for the e-commerce, beauty, and retail industry. If you have customers in multiple states or nationally, we can manage your Tax Jar account for you. Let us take this burden and stress off your shoulders so that you can focus on what you do best—growing your business.
We Are Santa Monica CA’s Best!
We take pride in being the best in the area. Our commitment to excellence and support sets us apart. We offer personalized and top-notch accounting solutions tailored to your business's unique needs. Our accounting services include precise financial reporting and dependable payroll management, ensuring your finances are always in order and organized. We understand the importance of accuracy and timeliness. Trust us for all your needs and experience the difference our expertise can make for your business. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you succeed.
Our Vision & Mission
We are dedicated to delivering top-notch accounting services tailored to meet your business's specific needs. Our mission and vision drive us to provide exceptional support, to help your business thrive and succeed.
- To provide accurate, timely, and reliable accounting services that help businesses manage their finances efficiently.
- To provide personalized accounting services that meet the unique needs of each and every client.
- To deliver exceptional client support and build long-term relationships with our clients.
- To save our clients time and money.
- To be the leading provider of accounting services for small-medium businesses, known for our expertise and reliability.
- To continually innovate and adapt in order to meet the progressing needs of our clients and their industry.
- To contribute to the continual success and growth of our clients through our comprehensive services.
- To support our clients through their business's journey.
Let us help you grow. We'll help light the way! Contact us today to learn more about how we can help your business succeed.
Hear What Our Clients Have To Say!
At Lighthouse Bookkeeping Services LLC (aka Santa Monica Bookkeeping for SEO purposes), we take pride in providing exceptional services to our clients. Don’t just take our word for it though—here’s what some of our happy clients have to say about their experience with us:
"We use Lighthouse for our small business. I appreciate how timely and very organized they are. They are always so kind and helpful. They have made the process really smooth." - Andrew & Lisa, Guiding Strength Therapy
"Lighthouse Services is amazing! Such a resourceful, helpful, and very knowledgeable team to have looking over our accounting needs." - Yvonne R.
"They've done a great job turning a chaotic financial recording system into an organized well oiled machine. I own a residential construction company and their work has really allowed me to focus my efforts in better directions. A huge stress relief having
Lighthouse in my corner." -
Damon G.
"I was having difficulty navigating some of the QuickBooks steps and functions. I tried researching on my own only to spend countless hours and ended up with no more knowledge than I started with. I found Lighthouse and I'm very grateful I did. They were quick to respond, affordable and most importantly, they were patient with me and answered all my questions. They even recorded our meeting so I could refer back to it. That was a huge help because I'm not a good multitasker and if I had to take notes while I was trying to pay attention, I don't think I would have the confidence and knowledge I now have." -Pat P., Non Profit
"As a solopreneur in the mental health field, I knew absolutely nothing about the accounting part of business. My books were a disaster. From the moment that I called, I was treated with kindness, respect, and patience despite the fact that I had a fledgling business. I received a transparent plan and cost for services. Since that time, my books were put in order in a timely fashion. They have made the monthly book keeping something that I can understand and is up to date. If I have any questions, I get a prompt response. It has been incredibly smooth and thorough. The best part is the encouragement to grow. Thanks to
them,
I have gone from disorganized, and frantic, to knowing where I stand financially. I sleep so much better at night!" -
Kathleen, Opus Counseling.
Frequently Ask Questions
Are you considering outsourcing your accounting needs? Here are some frequently asked questions about our services to help you make the right decision:
1. What services do you offer?
We provide an extensive range of services, including financial reporting, payroll management, and more. Explore our complete list of services here.
2. How can your services benefit my business?
Our services can save you time and money while eliminating errors and providing valuable insights into your financial health. Scroll to the "Why Should I Pay Someone Else Do My Books When I've Been Doing It Myself?" section for a more in-depth insight on how our services will benefit your business.
3. What’s your pricing?
We charge a flat monthly fee starting at $199 per month but our pricing varies based on the size and complexity of your accounts and transactions. Contact us for an exact quote. Click here for more information.
4. How often will I receive financial reports?
Typically on the 20th of each following month. Make sure to ask about our Early-Bird Option if you need them provided sooner.
5. Are your services customizable?
Absolutely! We personalize our services to suit your unique needs and budget.
6. What qualifications do your bookkeepers have?
Our team consists of highly trained and experienced team members with up to and over 11 years of experience. All of our team members work remotely here in the U.S. and are QBO Proadvisor certified.
7. Is a Quickbooks Online account required?
Yes, our team exclusively uses QBO to manage tasks. Acceptable versions include Essentials, Plus, or Advanced. Simple Start or Self-Employed are not. If you already have a subscription, you're all set. If you don't have a subscription, we have a 12-month 30%-40% discount, which is the best deal available for QuickBooks Online. Click here to sign up with the discount.
8. Do you have a QBO discount code?
Yes, we do! As a CBG partner, we’re able to provide you with a 12-month 30%-40% discount on any QuickBooks memberships. This includes QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Time, QuickBooks Payroll, QuickBooks Payments (invoicing), and more. You don't need to be our client to take advantage of this discount. Click here to sign up for the discount.
9. Do you require a contract?
No, we do not require a contract.
10. What hours do your team members work?
Our team members work flexible hours due to the nature of working remotely. Typically, we address emails during standard business hours, Monday to Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. However, we often respond between the hours of 6 AM to 8 PM and sometimes on weekends.
11. Do you offer one-time cleanup work or only ongoing monthly services?
We offer both! You can request one-time cleanup services for as many months or years as needed. We offer a cleanup discount for ongoing monthly clients.
12. How do I get started?
Call now or schedule a consultation. We'll discuss your needs and goals to create a tailored package and quote for your business.
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Ready to streamline your accounting processes? Reach out to us today to learn more about our services/pricing and how we can help your business succeed and grow. Call now or
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