Startups
Bookkeeping for Startups Getting Off the Ground
The early days of a business move fast. We help founders set up QuickBooks Online correctly and keep the books organized from the start, so you don't have to rebuild them a year from now.
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- 10+ years of bookkeeping experience
- B.S. in Accounting
- You work directly with Yelena
- Serving clients nationwide
The challenge
Early decisions shape the books for years
Before the first sale, there are already formation costs, software, equipment and money put in by the owners. If those are recorded loosely, they can blur the line between the business and personal finances.
A chart of accounts that fits how the business actually operates makes every later month easier to read, whether you're showing results to a lender, an investor or your tax professional.
What we handle
What we set up and track for startups
Bookkeeping that grows with a new business.
QuickBooks Online setup
QuickBooks Online set up with a chart of accounts that fits how your business operates.
Startup expenses
Early costs, software, contractors and other spending recorded and categorized, including before revenue begins.
Owner contributions
Money the owners put into the business recorded based on the documentation you provide, kept separate from revenue.
Loans and funding transactions
Loans and other funding recorded from your agreements and statements, with loan balances kept accurate.
Bank and credit card reconciliation
Accounts reconciled monthly so the balances can be relied on.
Monthly financial reporting
Monthly reports so financial information is ready when an advisor, lender or investor asks for it.
Funding records
Keeping owner money and funding clear
In a new business, money often comes from several places: the founders, a loan, an investor. Each should be recorded according to the documents behind it so it never gets mistaken for revenue.
We record these transactions from the agreements and statements you provide, so every dollar coming in is labeled for what it actually is.
How we can help
Bookkeeping services for startups
QuickBooks Online setup
Start with a file built to fit your business from day one.
Set up QuickBooks Online the right wayMonthly bookkeeping
Keep the books current as the business grows.
Explore monthly bookkeeping for startupsCleanup and catch up
Already running and behind? We can organize what's there.
Clean up your early recordsRemote bookkeeping, nationwide
CityScape Bookkeeping is based in the Minneapolis and Twin Cities area of Minnesota and provides remote bookkeeping services to businesses throughout the United States. Start with your instant personalized quote, then complete onboarding so we can review your information before confirming your final scope.
We focus on bookkeeping and monthly reporting for new businesses. Fundraising, tax planning, CFO services, tax preparation and questions about structuring funding belong with your attorney, tax professional or financial advisor.
FAQs
Startups bookkeeping questions
Start your business with clean books.
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