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Why We’re the Best Bookkeepers for Restaurants 

 And What That Means for Your Bottom Line 

Running a restaurant is one of the toughest jobs in business. You’re juggling inventory, payroll, tips, vendor payments, and razor-thin margins—all while trying to deliver an unforgettable experience to your guests. And if your books aren’t airtight? You’re flying blind.

That’s where we come in. With over 25 years of experience in restaurant bookkeeping and accounting, we don’t just keep your books clean—we help you run smarter, stay compliant, and protect your profits.

1. We Understand the Language of Hospitality Finance

Restaurant accounting isn’t like other industries. It has its own rhythm, its own rules, and its own risks. We speak the language fluently.

  • We know how to track prime costs (food + labor) weekly—not just monthly.

  • We understand tip reporting, Form 8027, and how to claim your FICA tax credit on reported tips.

  • We build custom charts of accounts that reflect your actual operations—not generic templates.

Whether you’re a full-service bistro, a fast-casual chain, or a high-volume bar, we tailor our systems to your model.

2. We Help You Control Your Prime Costs

Food and labor are your biggest expenses. If you’re not tracking them closely, you’re losing money.

We help you:

  • Monitor food cost percentages and spot waste or theft

  • Track labor costs by shift, role, and location

  • Forecast staffing needs based on historical sales

  • Analyze menu performance to optimize profitability

Our reporting isn’t just accurate—it’s actionable.

3. We Know How to Handle Tips, Payroll, and Compliance

Restaurant payroll is a minefield. Between hourly wages, overtime, tip credits, and tax withholdings, one mistake can trigger penalties or audits.

We manage:

  • Tip allocation and reporting

  • FICA and income tax withholding on discretionary tips

  • Payroll integration with your POS and scheduling systems

  • Compliance with IRS, state, and local labor laws

We don’t just process payroll—we protect your business.

4. We Reconcile Daily, Not Monthly

Restaurants move fast. Waiting until month-end to catch errors is too late.

We reconcile:

  • Daily sales from your POS

  • Cash deposits and credit card batches

  • Vendor invoices and purchase orders

  • Inventory adjustments and spoilage

This gives you real-time visibility into your cash flow and performance—so you can make decisions with confidence.

5. We Integrate Seamlessly with Your Tech Stack

We work with the tools you already use—or help you upgrade to better ones.

  • POS systems like Toast, Square, and Clover

  • Accounting platforms like QuickBooks, Xero, and Restaurant365

  • Payroll systems like Gusto, ADP, and Paychex

  • Inventory and scheduling tools

Our goal is simple: make your back office run like clockwork.

6. We’re Built for Growth

Whether you’re opening a second location or scaling to a multi-unit operation, we’re ready.

  • Multi-entity reporting

  • Location-level profitability analysis

  • Franchise compliance support

  • Expansion forecasting and budgeting

We don’t just keep up—we help you grow.

7. We’ve Been Doing This for 25 Years

We’ve seen it all:

  • Restaurants with no books at all

  • Owners who didn’t know what a P&L was

  • Teams drowning in paper receipts and manual spreadsheets

We’ve cleaned it up, built it right, and helped them thrive. Our experience isn’t just a number—it’s your safety net.

Conclusion

Restaurant bookkeeping isn’t just about tracking transactions—it’s about protecting margins, staying compliant, and making smarter decisions. With 25 years of experience, industry-specific expertise, and systems built for speed and accuracy, we’re the best bookkeeping partner a restaurant can have.

If you’re ready to stop guessing and start growing, let’s talk.