Bookkeeping Cleanup

Take your current books and organize them to give you full visibility into your finances, helping you make smarter business decisions with confidence.

Small business stats

Why Our Bookkeeping Cleanup Service is One of Our Most Popular
40%
of small business owners are unfamiliar with basic accounting and financial principles
30%
of businesses fail due to poor financial management
61%
of small businesses struggle with cash flow management
33
hours a month on average that small business owners spend managing their finances

Accuracy to ensure your financial wellness

Our Cleanup service helps you organize your books, correct errors, and ensure your financial data is accurate and reliable for the future. We go beyond just fixing numbers—we streamline your accounts, categorize transactions properly, and set up systems that make ongoing bookkeeping simple and stress-free. With FM Bookkeeping, you’ll gain clear insights into your profit and loss, better cash flow visibility, and confidence that your finances are ready for taxes, audits, or business planning.

Let FM Bookkeeping transform your messy books into an organized, accurate system that supports your growth. Schedule your Cleanup session and take the first step toward financial peace of mind.

How it works

Our Clean Up service will vary depending on how many years or months you need cleaned up.

Bookkeeping Cleanup will take a minimum of 2 weeks to a month to complete

We work virtually with you for flexibility

Clients who book a Bookkeeping Clean Up typically move on to Monthly Bookkeeping

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Client testimonials

Our bookkeeping services have a positive impact on our clients' operations, which they love.

Best decision ever!!!

Gervase

My books were a M E S S when I was recommended to Mariel. She has been so kind and patient and always takes a second to explain anything I don’t understand. I don’t trust anyone else with my books!

Stephanie

Mariel is just fantastic. She is so patient and helpful when it comes to navigating business finances. She has helped me on countless occasions to make sure I am reconciling my expenses the correct way. Hiring a bookkeeper is hands down a MUST!

Allie

Owner, The Wandering Taps

I’ve been using Mariel and her team for my business bookkeeping needs for about 3 years now! I do not have a business background so when I came to her, I was very lost. She got my quickbooks cleaned up and ready to turn over to my accountant for taxes. She’s always there to answer my questions or direct me to one of her accountant partners. Her bookkeeping services have been invaluable for my businesses! I’d be lost without her. Highly recommend!!

Meredith

Owner, Charleston Bachelorette

Best decision ever!!!

Gervase

My books were a M E S S when I was recommended to Mariel. She has been so kind and patient and always takes a second to explain anything I don’t understand. I don’t trust anyone else with my books!

Stephanie

Mariel is just fantastic. She is so patient and helpful when it comes to navigating business finances. She has helped me on countless occasions to make sure I am reconciling my expenses the correct way. Hiring a bookkeeper is hands down a MUST!

Allie

Owner, The Wandering Taps

I’ve been using Mariel and her team for my business bookkeeping needs for about 3 years now! I do not have a business background so when I came to her, I was very lost. She got my quickbooks cleaned up and ready to turn over to my accountant for taxes. She’s always there to answer my questions or direct me to one of her accountant partners. Her bookkeeping services have been invaluable for my businesses! I’d be lost without her. Highly recommend!!

Meredith

Owner, Charleston Bachelorette

Mariel has absolutely saved my business and cleaned up a lot for me. I’ve worked with prior bookkeepers and she is unmatched. She also works really hard to connect you with other people who will help you well rounded, such as CPA’s and payroll. She is fantastic and I recommend her to all my other business owners and friends!

Gretchen

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FAQs

We have some commonly asked questions we like to cover for your convenience

What is a bookkeeping cleanup, and do I need one?

A bookkeeping cleanup is the process of reviewing, correcting, and organizing your financial records. FM Bookkeeping can help you get your books in order, fix errors, and ensure your data accurately reflects your business finances.

How can FM Bookkeeping help me with messy or incomplete records?

We review your accounts, categorize transactions properly, and correct errors so your books are accurate. This gives you a clear picture of your profits, losses, and cash flow.

How long does a bookkeeping cleanup take?

The time depends on the complexity and volume of your records. FM Bookkeeping works efficiently to clean up your books and set up systems that make ongoing bookkeeping easier.

Will a cleanup help me with taxes?

Yes! Clean, accurate books make tax preparation much simpler. FM Bookkeeping ensures your financial data is reliable, helping you avoid errors and maximize deductions.

Can I continue managing my books myself after a cleanup?

Absolutely. FM Bookkeeping not only fixes your current records but also provides guidance and tips to keep your bookkeeping organized and manageable moving forward.

How often should I do a bookkeeping cleanup?

Many small business owners benefit from a cleanup annually or whenever their books become disorganized. FM Bookkeeping can help you set up a schedule to maintain accurate records year-round.

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Build Your Custom Bookkeeping Package

Every business is unique, which is why FM Bookkeeping offers fully customizable bookkeeping solutions tailored to your needs. Choose the services, frequency, and level of support that fit your business so you can stay organized, compliant, and focused on growth.