I think we can all look back on times in our lives where we wonder “how did I get here?” What grouping of decisions (good or bad) led me to this exact situation? I know I have and typically for me, this question arises when I don’t necessarily love the place I’ve arrived at. And yet, only after I’ve arrived do I ask myself that retrospective question.

Happiest of Wednesdays’ my fellow readers! We’ve got some super exciting news to share today! And we’re going to start off with a little story… Once upon a time two years ago, we were hiring. It was right before Christmas and all through the house of Accounting Therapy, the bookkeepers were hard at work! Too hard at work! Our team was drowning, we had one team member out on maternity leave, and an intern to help pick up the slack, but we needed extra hands. The bookkeeping gods heard our crie...

Hello Dear Readers! Happy (almost) Valentine’s Day! Personally, I love Valentine’s Day… it was the day growing up that you got to wear pink (can you tell it’s Taylor writing this blog?!) and you got to give all your little friends cute Valentine’s with the latest Hello Kitty graphics. It was a day that you just got to feel “in love” all day, with life, with your friends, with your world. I know, I know, visions of an imaginative 3rd grader here, but who doesn’t like to feel like they can show...

We’re officially two months away from the end of 2023, but when you factor in holidays like Thanksgiving, Diwali, Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa, it really feels more like two weeks away, if you ask us. So let us ask you… Are you ready? Do you know the status of your books? Do you have a handle on your financials? Are you prepared for January’s sales tax and 1099 deadlines?  

Let’s talk everyone’s favorite topic: hiring! It’s up there with taxes, payroll, and 1099’s, right? I thought so. Lucky you, we’re packing all the super fun topics into Quarter One!   But don’t fret dear reader, this is actually a topic we feel we’ve got a pretty good grasp on… at least from a process perspective. So, where do you start? Well, when hiring for a remote company, your candidate “pool” is definitely of the infinity variety. 🏊 If you’re an in-person business or only hire in specif...

Why does your business make money but still feel financially stressful? In this blog, we break down one of the most common challenges small business owners face: growing revenue without improving cash flow or financial clarity. From bookkeeping visibility issues to rising overhead and reactive decision-making, we explore why profit doesn’t always translate into peace of mind—and what you can do to create healthier financial systems before burnout hits.

Tax season has a way of revealing what’s really going on in your books and for a lot of business owners, it’s not as clean as they hoped. In this blog, we’re breaking down the most common bookkeeping mistakes we saw this year (the ones that quietly build up over time) and how to fix them before next tax season rolls around. If your numbers felt a little… off, you’re definitely not alone.

Year-end’s coming fast! Here are six simple ways to prep your business now so you can start 2026 calm, clear, and confident.

If you told me ten years ago that I’d get excited about processes, I probably would’ve laughed. But here we are.  At Accounting Therapy, building and maintaining strong internal processes has become one of the most important things we do—not just for ourselves, but for our clients, our team, and our ability to grow intentionally without losing the soul of a small business.  Because as you grow, you need structure. You need repeatable systems. And you need a way to make sure that what worked o...

I don’t know what it is about today’s culture, but it feels like giving honest feedback has become weirdly hard. We avoid being direct because we don’t want to hurt anyone’s feelings, or come across as harsh, or make things “awkward.” And yet, avoiding honesty doesn’t actually help anyone—it just delays the inevitable, or worse, leaves people in the dark. At Accounting Therapy, one of our core values is:“Honesty and Transparency Make You Valuable.”We believe this extends beyond our team—it af...

1099 season is almost upon us... ugh 😖, did you just cringe? Don’t worry, so did we! But fear not friends, we are here to decode the enigma of 1099s so you can sleep soundly come January. Get ready for both written explanations as well as some links to videos on how you can prepare and file 1099s. And if you’re thinking “I ain’t got time for that!” - fear not, we've broken it down into 5 simple steps and when you need to add them to your calendar!

Hi fellow readers, Taylor here again to grace your week with a little knowledge and probably a much-needed break! I wonder if you can relate with me on something…have you ever run into a project that you just didn’t know how to start or found yourself needing a little push to get your creative juices flowing? Do you wish you knew who on your team was naturally gifted at doing all these things (and much more) at the drop of a hat?

2024 is about to knock on your door, and if you’re anything like us, you might be wondering where in the world did 2023 go?! I know we’ve been harping on you to get your 2023 financials in order, make sure you are in the right accounting system, and, also, ensure you have a support team in place to help you reach your goals (ahem, may we suggest ourselves!) But what about setting the goals themselves? What about crafting a plan to achieve them? Where do you start? Where do you stop? How do yo...

Ready or not… here it comes! Tax deadline season is more than officially upon us. If you’re a multi-member LLC, partnership, or S-corp, your deadline is next week!!! AKA March 15th! If you’re a C-Corp or a self-employed sole proprietor, or just a regular human filing personal taxes, your deadline is April 15th! And while we don’t ever advocate procrastinating, an extension is always an option. Extensions will buy you time till September 15th or October 15th, respectively.   

Most business owners think bookkeeping is just about keeping things “clean.” But what actually changes everything? Clarity. In this blog, we’re pulling back the curtain on what we really do behind the scenes—and how it helps our clients stop avoiding their numbers, make confident decisions, and finally feel in control of their business.

If you’ve been avoiding your finances, you’re not broken—and you don’t need new software to fix it. In this blog, we break down the one bookkeeping system that actually helps business owners stop avoiding their numbers. Spoiler: it’s not a tool, it’s a mindset + process built around simplicity, safety, and rhythm. If your books have been triggering overwhelm, guilt, or financial freeze mode, this one’s for you.

Finances don’t have to feel overwhelming. In this blog, we break down how to build a calm, collaborative, and stress-free relationship with your accounting team—whether that’s your bookkeeper, CPA, or both. From better communication habits to setting shared goals, these five practical shifts will help you move into 2026 with more clarity, confidence, and a whole lot less financial anxiety.

Accounting doesn’t come with a handbook when you start a business. And yet, somehow, you’re expected to know how to manage your QuickBooks file, understand what counts as a write-off, and magically know the difference between a bookkeeper, an accountant, and a CPA.

When I started my apparel company, I thought I had a pretty good handle on finances. After all, I had taken two accounting classes in college, and they were pretty much my favorite course. (Why did I go to college for apparel design again? Oh yeah, because I said that’s what I wanted to do in my 8th grade video… 🤔) Anyway, I understood the basics—debits, credits, reconciling—but what I didn’t realize at the time was how different real-world bookkeeping was from what I had learned in said coll...

Alright, Team! We are officially 11 days from being halfway through the year! 🫨 Now, the question is… does that elicit excitement or stress… or a little bit of both? Either way, we’re going to take a minute to guide you through a mid-year check-in on your goals.

Let’s talk payroll! As we mentioned in our last blog post, payroll can be the black hole of accounting. Some love it, some hate it, some just stay away from it all together. So we’re stepping in this month to demystify, debunk, and disclose all things payroll. In hopes that you can make an educated

Ahh, vacation. Such a magical word, right? Just thinking about it conjures up thoughts of white sand, turquoise waters, and enjoying a nice spritz while basking in the tropical sun. 🏖️ But for all our entrepreneurs, small business owners, workaholics, & company leaders out there, does it also bring a feeling of anxiety? Of wondering who is going to answer your emails? Who is going to support your team? How behind will you be when you return? And worst of all, how much time will you spend ...

Does meeting with your bookkeeper make you feel like you’re about to be graded? You’re not alone. In this blog, we’re breaking down what you actually need to bring to your next financial meeting (hint: it’s not perfection). If tax season and Q1 pressure have you spiraling, this is your reminder that bookkeeping should feel like strategy — not stress.

Bookkeeping mistakes cost small businesses time, money, and clarity. From mixing personal expenses to misclassifying transfers and forgetting sales tax, these errors can derail your growth. Learn 6 common bookkeeping mistakes—and simple fixes to keep your finances on track.

Let’s be honest—QuickBooks is a powerful tool, but if you're managing it solo as a small business owner, it can feel like a second job. And it’s probably not one you were ever trained for. You didn’t start your business to be a bookkeeper. Most people don’t go into entrepreneurship knowing how to manage a chart of accounts, reconcile bank statements, or set up vendor rules. And honestly—you shouldn’t be expected to.

Happy Spring, dear readers! And Happy Financial Literacy Month!   We’re going to take this opportunity to dial back to the basics of accounting and finance so that all of our artists, creatives, and just general non-finance people out there can have a quick guide and resource to reference when needed!   Accounting, finance, cashflow… it’s all a funny thing in my opinion. Like, if you’re not good at it, it doesn’t really excuse you from doing it (unless you outsource of course) but even then, ...

Hey, hey, hey! Okay, so it’s January 17th, but it feels more like January 74th with all the 1099 prep we’re currently doing (Need help on that? Check out our blog from December!) And now it’s time to talk about another thrilling subject: closing your 2023 books. Okay, so maybe it’s not as exciting as that upcoming ski trip you have planned, but it is a necessary topic none the less. Closing your books, the right way, can mean the difference between a smooth tax season and a frantic scramble o...

We made it! I don’t know about you guys but 2023 was... a year. There were some definite highs but there were ALOT of learning curves too. All in all, we’re better and stronger because of those learning curves but it wasn’t exactly the year we had planned. If you’ve been following along with our recent posts, we’re big into annual planning (here’s the link in case you missed it), so when we looked at 2023 from our 2022 rose colored glasses, we thought we got the plan right, but as it played o...