Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers

Everything you need to know about working with Better Books — before you even book a call.

About Better Books

  • Better Books is a virtual bookkeeping and accounting firm based in New Orleans, Louisiana, serving small business owners and freelancers across the U.S. We specialize in bookkeeping, financial cleanup, startup assistance, and state & local tax consulting — so you can stop stressing about your finances and start focusing on growing your business.

  • We primarily serve service-based small business owners, freelancers, consultants, creatives, and entrepreneurs who are ready to get financially organized. Whether you're just starting out, running a growing business, or need to catch up on months of missed bookkeeping — we're here for you.

    💡 Not sure if you're a good fit? Book a free 15-minute call and we'll tell you honestly.


  • Yes and yes! Better Books is based in New Orleans, LA, but we're 100% virtual and proudly serve clients across the United States. We use secure tools to communicate, share documents, and deliver your financial reports — no matter where you are. That said, if you're in the New Orleans metro area and prefer to meet in person, we're open to that too.

  • Our primary focus is small business owners and freelancers who need help managing their business finances. If you're running a side hustle, a growing LLC, or an established small business, we're a great fit. For personal tax preparation, we can point you in the right direction.


  • We offer four core services:

    • Bookkeeping — monthly income, expense tracking, reconciliation, and financial reports

    • Books Cleanup — catching up on past months or years of missed bookkeeping

    • Startup Assistance — setting up your financial systems the right way from day one

    • State & Local Tax Consulting — navigating sales tax, use tax, and local compliance

  • We don't file income tax returns directly, but we make sure you're completely prepared for tax season. We keep your books clean, organized, and tax-ready year-round, and we collaborate closely with CPAs and tax professionals to make the handoff smooth and stress-free. If you need a referral to a trusted CPA, just ask — we're happy to help.

  • No judgment here — it happens more than you think. Books cleanup is one of our specialties. Whether you're a few months or a few years behind, we'll dig in, clean up the mess, and get your financial records accurate and organized. We've seen it all, and we're not here to make you feel bad about it — we're here to fix it.

    💡 Cleanup projects are quoted based on the volume of work. Book a free call and we'll give you an estimate.

  • Absolutely — that's exactly what our Startup Assistance service is for. We help new business owners choose the right accounting software, set up their chart of accounts, understand their financial responsibilities, and start their books the right way. Starting strong saves you a lot of headaches down the road.

About Our Services

  • Our monthly bookkeeping packages start at $375/month for our Better Essentials plan, which is designed for solopreneurs and startups with straightforward bookkeeping needs. Our Better Signature plan starts at $450/month for growing businesses, and our Better Elevated plan starts at $750/month for scaling businesses with more complex needs including payroll and CFO-level support.

    💡 Every business is different — book a free call and we'll recommend the right package for you.


  • We keep it transparent — any onboarding or cleanup fees will be clearly outlined before you commit to anything. For standard monthly bookkeeping clients, there are typically no surprise fees. If your books need significant cleanup before we can begin, we'll quote that separately and you'll know exactly what to expect.

  • We work on a month-to-month basis for our ongoing bookkeeping services. We believe in earning your business every single month by delivering value — not locking you into a contract. That said, we do ask for 30 days notice if you decide to move on, so we can wrap things up cleanly.

  • We accept major credit cards, ACH bank transfers, and payments through our secure client portal. Monthly invoices are sent automatically so you never have to think about it.

  • Great question — and one we get a lot! A bookkeeper handles the day-to-day recording and organizing of your financial transactions: income, expenses, bank reconciliations, and financial reports. An accountant (especially a CPA) typically handles higher-level work like tax strategy, financial planning, and filing tax returns.

    For most small business owners, a bookkeeper is the first and most important hire. Clean, accurate books are the foundation for everything else — including working with your CPA at tax time. At Better Books, we handle your bookkeeping and work alongside your CPA so you get the best of both worlds.

  • Here are some signs your books need attention: you have no idea if your business is actually profitable, your bank account and your records don't match, you're dreading tax season, you're missing receipts or invoices, or you haven't looked at a financial report in months (or ever). If any of those hit close to home — that's exactly what we're here for.

  • Bookkeeping is the process of recording, categorizing, and organizing your financial transactions on an ongoing basis. Accounting takes that data and uses it to analyze your financial health, file taxes, and advise on strategy. Think of bookkeeping as the foundation — accounting builds on top of it. Better Books handles your bookkeeping foundation so you and your accountant can make smarter decisions.

  • Yes — and that's actually one of the things that sets Better Books apart. We don't just hand you reports and disappear. We want you to actually understand your numbers. Our goal is financial clarity — helping you read your reports, understand what they mean for your business, and make confident decisions based on real data.