Catch-up and cleanup
Move Forward From the Records as They Are
We begin with your books in their current state and work forward from there — without judgment.
Getting Behind Is Common
Many business owners fall behind on their books while managing everything else the business demands. Transactions go unrecorded, accounts go unreconciled, and months pass before there is time to address it.
We begin with the records as they are. Whether you are a few months behind or several years behind, the process is the same: we review what exists, identify what is missing, and work forward from there.
Catch-up and cleanup work is a normal part of what we do. You do not need to organize everything before reaching out.
How the Process Works
Review the Current Records
We look at what exists — recorded transactions, account balances, and any prior reconciliations — to understand where things stand.
Identify What Needs Attention
We identify missing information, inconsistent categories, unusual balances, and unreconciled accounts that need to be addressed.
Work Through the Backlog
We record missing transactions, correct categories, and reconcile accounts period by period, working forward from the earliest unresolved point.
Establish a Going-Forward Process
Once the records are current, we establish a dependable monthly process so the books stay organized going forward.
A Note on Cleanup Work
Cleanup work sometimes surfaces questions that require your input — a transaction we cannot categorize without more context, or a balance that does not match available records. We ask clear questions and explain what we find so you remain informed throughout the process.
Ready to move forward from where the books are?
Begin with a conversation. We will help you understand what the cleanup process would involve for your business.