Tired of the Tax Season Panic?

For growing service business owners (1–20 employees) hitting 50K–2M: We turn your financial chaos into pristine, CPA-ready books. Reclaim your weekends, recover lost deductions, and get back to running your business.

Start learning where your money is going TODAY!

Our Services: Tailored for Your Growth

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We specialize in providing the clarity and control ambitious small service businesses need to scale sustainably. Our services shift your focus from administrative burden to strategic growth.

Bookkeeping Cleanup: Your Financial Rescue Mission

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Many successful owners delay cleanup until tax season arrives

It turns compliance into a “90-day panic attack.” If your books are plagued by uncategorized transactions or your bank balance doesn't match your software, you need an urgent intervention.

  • Financial Forensic Sweep: We perform a thorough, non-judgmental cleanup of past errors, addressing red flags like unreconciled bank accounts and incorrect loan entries.
  • Deduction Recovery: We meticulously categorize past expenses to prevent the loss of legitimate tax deductions that can cost you $10,000 or more in unnecessary taxes.
  • The CPA-Ready Guarantee: We deliver pristine, reconciled books that your tax preparer will smile—not sigh—to receive, avoiding the risk of professional rejection before a critical deadline.

Ongoing Monthly Bookkeeping: Buy Back Your Time

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Stop delegating admin to evenings and weekends

Outsourcing your monthly bookkeeping is an investment in scalability and strategic focus.

  • Consistent Accuracy: We maintain a predictable rhythm of daily updates and weekly reconciliations to prevent small gaps from turning into structural problems.
  • Cash Flow Stabilization: Real-time visibility into who owes you money and what bills are due—crucial for managing irregular cash flow in service businesses.
  • Audit-Proof Records: We ensure strict separation of personal and business finances—the #1 rule for clean books and avoiding issues during an audit.

Strategic Financial Advisory & Payroll Management

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We help you move past compliance to actively manage profitability and plan for your future.

  • Profit Optimization: Master reading financial reports to analyze gross profit, COGS, and pricing strategy to optimize margins.
  • Retirement Planning: Select and implement tax-advantaged plans designed for owners, such as the SEP IRA or Solo 401(k).
  • Tax Reserve Strategy: Build predictability into variable income by automatically setting aside 20–30% of revenue into a reserve for estimated quarterly taxes.

Why Choose Honey Bear Financials?

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We are your non-judgmental financial SWAT team. We understand that entrepreneurs often prioritize operational revenue over financial administration, leading to painful bottlenecks. Our approach restores financial order so you can achieve stability and growth.

  • Industry Expertise: Deep understanding of Home Service, Personal Service, and Local Professional Service sectors.
  • Credentials & Trust: Led by Alex, a certified ProAdvisor in QuickBooks Online, Payroll, and Advanced QuickBooks Online. Your financial data stays secure and confidential.
  • Time Liberation ROI: Stop working below your pay grade and reallocate time to Marketing, Sales, and Strategic Planning—the work that truly drives growth.
  • Dedicated Local Support: Based near Cincinnati, Evansville, Indianapolis, Lexington, and Louisville for real communication and accessibility.

Stop Co-Mingling Your Funds! (Critical Action Item)

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If you are mixing personal and business expenses, you are turning tax time into a dumpster fire. This is one of the biggest mistakes small business owners make, complicating records and risking an audit.

A cleanup starts with opening a separate business bank account immediately. We can help you transition your operations so this never happens again.

About Alex

Alex Clifton - Owner

The driving force behind Honey Bear Financials, Alex, combines a passion for organization with advanced financial strategy expertise. As a certified ProAdvisor in QuickBooks Online, Payroll, and Advanced QuickBooks Online. Her meticulous approach ensures streamlined processes, optimized budgets, and flawless financial services tailored to your needs.

Start learning where your money is going TODAY!