Your first accounting partner, built to scale with you.

We help business owners outsource accounting for the first time and grow with clean, reliable books.

A no-pressure call to see if we’re a good fit and what your next step should be.

Built On Trusted Systems

We work with proven accounting tools and real small businesses to deliver accurate, secure, and scalable financials from day one.

Whether you’re outsourcing accounting for the first time or preparing for your next stage of growth, your books are built on systems you can trust.

You don’t need to be a big company to work with us. We specialize in helping businesses get started the right way and grow with confidence.

Does this sound like you?

You’ve been doing your own books (and it’s getting overwhelming)

You started with spreadsheets or DIY software, but it’s taking more time, creating stress, and pulling you away from running your business.

You’re not sure if your numbers are actually right

Your reports don’t quite make sense, and you’re never fully confident that your income, expenses, or taxes are being tracked correctly.

You know you need help, but you’re nervous to outsource for the first time

You’ve never worked with an accounting firm before and don’t know what the process looks like or what to expect.

You want clean books without being judged for the past

You’re worried your books are messy or behind and want a fresh start without feeling embarrassed or overwhelmed.

You want an accounting partner you won’t outgrow

You don’t want to switch firms again in a year. You want someone who can support you now and scale with your business as it grows.

If any of this sounds familiar, you’re not behind. You’re just ready for the next step.

Who We Are

Red Leaf Bookkeeping is an accounting firm built for business owners who are outsourcing their accounting for the first time.

We help you move from DIY books, spreadsheets, or confusing reports to clean, reliable financials you can actually trust. No judgement. No pressure. Just clear systems, simple explanations, and ongoing support.

Our goal isn’t just to “do your books.” It’s to become your first accounting partner, and stay with you as your business grows. Whether you’re just getting started or preparing for your next stage of growth, we build your accounting the right way from day one so you never have to switch firms later.

When you work with Red Leaf, you work directly with the owner. You get responsive communication, straightforward reporting, and a partner who takes the time to understand your business and explain your numbers in plain English.

If you’re ready for clarity, confidence, and an accounting partner built to scale with you, you’re in the right place.

How We Help

Outsourcing your accounting for the first time can feel overwhelming.
We make it simple by meeting you where you are, setting things up the right way, and supporting you as your business grows.

Whether you’re starting fresh or cleaning up the past, our services are designed to move you from DIY to confident, reliable financials, without ever needing to switch firms.

Monthly Bookkeeping

Ongoing support that scales with you

Once your books are set up, we handle the monthly work so you don’t have to.
You get accurate transaction categorization, reconciled accounts, and clear reports every month, plus a partner who’s there as your business grows and changes.

Best for: Business owners who want reliable books year-round

Payroll Support

Handled correctly from the start

If you’re paying yourself or planning to hire, we help you set up payroll the right way and keep it running smoothly so there are no surprises later.

Best for: Growing businesses and S-Corp owners

QuickBooks Online Setup

Perfect for first-time accounting clients

If you’ve never worked with an accountant before, this is where we start.
We set up your accounting system correctly from day one, including your chart of accounts, bank connections, and workflows, so your books are clean, accurate, and ready to grow with your business.

Best for: Business owners moving off spreadsheets or DIY tools

Financial Reports & Ongoing Support

Know your numbers, not just your totals

We don’t just send reports, we help you understand them.
You’ll receive clear financial statements and explanations in plain English so you can make confident decisions without feeling lost in accounting jargon.

Best for: Owners who want clarity, not just compliance

Clean-Up & Catch-Up Bookkeeping

A fresh start, without judgement

Behind or unsure if your books are right? You’re not alone.
We clean up past transactions, correct errors, and bring everything up to date so you can move forward with confidence.

Best for: Messy, incomplete, or inconsistent books

Tax Preparation & Tax Support

No more tax-time panic

Your bookkeeping and taxes work best together.
We prepare and file your returns with accurate data and provide guidance throughout the year so tax season is predictable, not stressful.

Best for: Owners who want one accounting partner, not multiple vendors

Our services are designed to support you from your first step into outsourcing through every stage of growth, all with one accounting partner.

What our clients are saying

"Justin has been great at sorting out our messy books at an affordable price, and is very responsive. Highly recommend!"

Craig F.
"We highly recommend working with company. Justin is quick to respond and his final determinations on our bookkeeping audit were very easy to understand. He provided a full audit of our 2024 books with recommendations for streamlining our next year's bookkeeping. We look forward to working with him again next year."

Taylor O.
"Great bookkeeping services. Fast turnaround and open line of communication. Highly recommend!"

Yuliana L.
"Justin helped us out with a GL Insurance audit. He made it so easy! Not to mention he was professional, efficient and knowledgeable. I highly recommend Red Leaf Bookkeeping, especially if you're a small business like us!"

Dustin R.

FAQs

Got questions? We’ve got answer…

Yes, that’s exactly who we work with. We specialize in helping business owners outsource accounting for the first time. We’ll walk you through the process step by step and make sure you feel comfortable and informed the entire way.
Not at all. Most clients come to us with incomplete or messy books. We handle clean-up and catch-up without judgement and focus on getting everything set up correctly moving forward.
We start with a Money Clarity Call to understand your business and where things stand. From there, we’ll recommend the right setup or clean-up plan and handle the technical work while keeping you informed at every step.
No. Our services are built to scale with you. We support businesses at every stage, so you won’t need to switch firms as your needs change.
Very little. Once you’re set up, we handle the day-to-day bookkeeping and reporting. We’ll reach out if we need anything and review your numbers with you in clear, simple terms.
That’s completely normal. During your Money Clarity Call, we’ll help you understand what makes sense right now and what can wait. There’s no pressure to commit to anything you don’t need.
Pricing depends on where you’re starting and the level of support you need. After our initial call, we’ll provide clear, upfront pricing with no surprises.

About Me

Hi, I’m Justin, owner of Red Leaf Bookkeeping. I work with business owners who are outsourcing their accounting for the first time and want to get it right from the start. Many of my clients began with spreadsheets or DIY bookkeeping and reached a point where they wanted clarity, confidence, and a long-term accounting partner they wouldn’t outgrow.

When you book a call, you’re not talking to a sales rep, you’re talking to me. I take the time to understand your business, explain your numbers in plain English, and build an accounting system that supports your growth.

My goal is simple: to give you clean, reliable books you can trust and an accounting partner you feel comfortable reaching out to as your business grows.

If you’re ready to stop guessing and start feeling confident about your finances, I’d love to help.

Ready to Get Started?

Outsourcing your accounting for the first time doesn’t have to be stressful.

If you’re tired of guessing, unsure if your books are right, or ready for a long-term accounting partner that can scale with you, the next step is simple.

Book Your Money Clarity Call

This is a no-pressure conversation to:

Understand where your books stand today
Answer your questions about outsourcing accounting
Recommend the right next step for your business

Whether you’re just starting out or preparing for your next stage of growth, we’ll help you move forward with clarity and confidence.