Common Questions
Projects and startup support.
Do I need an ongoing engagement to hire the firm for a project?
No. Projects are quoted and delivered on their own. Some clients later choose accounting oversight or fractional CFO advisory; that is a separate decision made after the project, never a condition of it.
How is a project priced?
Quoted by project after an initial discussion. Your proposal identifies the exact work, deliverables, timeline, and fee before work begins. Work outside the scope is quoted separately before it starts.
Can you set up QuickBooks for a new business?
Yes. Setup can include the chart of accounts, opening balances, bank and card connections, and a walkthrough of the routine that keeps the books current. The proposal defines the included configuration. Payroll implementation, sales-tax compliance, and ongoing support are not included unless the proposal says so.
What if the books are several months behind?
That is a cleanup project. Depending on the scope, we review what exists, reconcile accounts, correct the balance sheet, and return records that are ready for the tax return, with a written list of what was found and fixed. The proposal defines the periods and accounts covered.