Bookkeeping and Job Cost Tracking

Take control of your numbers, free up your time, and run your business with confidence.

At Billy Barton-Accountant LLC LLC, we give hardworking business owners like you one of the most valuable tools in the toolbox: peace of mind.

If you’re in the trades or home services industry, you’re already wearing too many hats—chasing leads, managing crews, dealing with clients. The last thing you should be worrying about is whether your bookkeeping is accurate or if your jobs are actually making money.

Which is why we don’t just do bookkeeping—we turn your numbers into a clear, confident path forward. We track job costs, clean up your financials, and help you finally answer the question: “Am I actually making money on this?”

Because let’s be honest: you didn’t start your business to become an accountant. But we did.

And when your books are buttoned up, your job costs are dialed in, and your numbers make sense—you can finally make smarter decisions with confidence.

bookkeeping services

We’ll handle the heavy lifting of:

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Job Cost Tracking

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Accounts Payable and Receivable

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Payroll & Contractor Payments

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Bank & Credit Card Reconciliation

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Month-End Close & Reporting
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Sales Tax & 1099 Filing

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Accounting Software Setup & Management

We help you see the story behind the numbers. That way, you’re not just staying compliant with your bookkeeping—you’re becoming profitable.

Ready to get expert bookkeeping services you can trust working for you?

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