A little clarity before we begin.
Find answers about bookkeeping support, working remotely, pricing, and getting started with Sarah.
Bookkeeping & services
What does a bookkeeper do?
A bookkeeper records and categorizes income and expenses, reconciles accounts, and prepares routine financial reports. Your exact services depend on your needs and the agreed scope of work.
When should I hire a bookkeeper?
It may be time when keeping records takes too much of your time, transactions are difficult to track, or you need consistent, current reports to understand your finances.
Can you help if my books are several months behind?
Yes. Catch-up and cleanup services can organize historical transactions, reconcile accounts, and bring your records current. Sarah will review the period involved and the condition of your records before recommending a scope.
Can you help a brand-new business?
Yes. Sarah can help set up QuickBooks Online, organize your chart of accounts, connect bank and credit card accounts, and establish practical bookkeeping workflows.
Do you provide payroll services?
Payroll support is available through QuickBooks Online. If you already use another payroll provider, Sarah can also help record its reports and coordinate with that provider. Services are defined in your engagement.
Do you prepare income tax returns?
Sarah is not a CPA or income tax preparer. She can help keep records organized and provide year-end reports to your accountant or tax professional. Sales tax filing and payroll tax support may be included within an agreed scope.
Working together
Do I have to be local?
No. Jones Prima Bookkeeping works remotely with clients throughout the United States. There are no on-site visits or client-facing office appointments.
Can you work with my existing accountant?
Yes. Sarah can coordinate with your accountant or tax preparer and provide the year-end reports they request.
Do I need to use QuickBooks?
QuickBooks Online is Sarah’s preferred platform, and she also has QuickBooks Desktop experience. Other software can be discussed during your consultation.
How will we share financial documents?
Document sharing can be coordinated through QuickBooks Online or another agreed system such as Dropbox or Google Drive. Access and sharing arrangements are established during onboarding. Please avoid sending sensitive records or passwords in an initial inquiry.
Who will I work with?
You will work directly with Sarah Jones, owner of Jones Prima Bookkeeping LLC. Your engagement establishes the scope, communication arrangements, and reporting for your services.
Pricing & getting started
How much does bookkeeping cost?
Pricing depends on your accounts, monthly transaction volume, services, and any cleanup or catch-up work. Ongoing support and one-time projects are quoted according to the work involved.
Is the first consultation free?
Yes. A free introductory consultation is the first step. You can discuss your current records, goals, software, and the support you are looking for.
What should I have ready for the first conversation?
It helps to know how many bank and credit card accounts you use, your approximate transaction volume, your software, whether you have payroll, and how current your books are. Sarah will explain which documents are needed for the next step.
How do I get started?
Call 785-322-8120 or email sarah@jonesprima.com to arrange your free consultation. After reviewing your needs, Sarah can recommend services and provide a proposal.
Let’s talk about your books.
Start with a free consultation. Sarah will learn about your needs and recommend a scope of work that fits.