Your Books, Handled. So You Can Focus on Running Your Business

QuickBooks Online bookkeeping for businesses in Excelsior, MN and nationwide. Less number-crunching stress, more knowing-where-you-stand confidence.

What I Take Off Your Plate

I handle the books so you can spend your time on the parts of your business you actually enjoy.

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Monthly Bookkeeping

Every month, I categorize your transactions, reconcile your accounts, close the books, and send you reports that actually make sense, all inside QuickBooks Online.

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Catch-Up & Cleanup

Months (or years) behind? No judgment. I'll untangle the mess, fix what's been miscategorized, and get your QuickBooks file back to a clean starting point.

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Payroll Support

Whether you're using QuickBooks Payroll or something else, I help get it set up right and keep it running so your people get paid correctly and on schedule.

Michelle, owner of Pretty Smart Bookkeeping

I Work With Businesses That Look a Lot Like Yours

You started your business because you're great at what you do, not because you love spreadsheets. I get it, and I'm here to help.

  • One-person shops and freelancers wearing every hat
  • Service businesses that need clean books but not a full-time hire
  • Growing teams ready to stop doing their own bookkeeping
  • Anyone on QuickBooks Online, or ready to make the switch

Three Steps to Books You Don't Have to Worry About

Let's Chat

Book a free call and tell me what's going on with your books. No pressure, no sales pitch, just a conversation.

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I Get You Set Up

I'll get into your QuickBooks Online (or help you set one up), organize your chart of accounts, and connect your bank feeds.

You Stop Thinking About It

Every month, your books get done on time. You get easy-to-read reports. And you finally know exactly where your business stands.

Why People Stick With Me

You Always Know Where You Stand

No guessing, no "I think we're doing okay." Your numbers are current and your reports tell you something useful.

Deadlines Don't Slip

Month-end close happens on time, every time. You'll never scramble to pull together numbers for your CPA or a loan application.

I Speak Human, Not Accounting

I explain things in plain English. If something in your books needs attention, I'll tell you what it means and what to do about it.

Your Data Stays Locked Down

I use secure access methods, follow strict data-handling practices, and never share your financial information. Period.

Based in Excelsior, Working With Businesses Everywhere

I'm a real person in Excelsior, Minnesota, not a call center or an app. I work with businesses around the Lake Minnetonka area in person and with clients across the country over Zoom. Same attention, same care, no matter where you are.

Kind Words From Clients

"I used to dread opening QuickBooks. Michelle got everything straightened out, and now I actually look forward to seeing my monthly reports. Total game-changer for my business."
Sarah M., Business Owner
"Michelle catches things I'd never notice, like duplicate charges, miscategorized expenses, you name it. She treats my books like they're her own, and my CPA loves her."
James R., Service Business Owner
"I put off getting help for way too long. Michelle was zero judgment, totally patient, and had two years of backlog cleaned up faster than I thought possible."
Lisa K., Freelancer
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Let's Take Bookkeeping Off Your To-Do List

Grab a spot on my calendar for a free, no-obligation call. We'll talk about where your books are now and how I can help you stop worrying about them.