Platinum QuickBooks ProAdvisorReclaim Your Time. We'll Handle the Books.
Say goodbye to messy books and payroll stress. Get the 'boutique' QuickBooks support and automated payroll your growing business deserves, so you can get back to what you love.

Founder: Ed Vangelisti
Why Choose Us
What Sets Us Apart
We're not just another bookkeeping firm. We're your dedicated local or remote financial partner, invested in your success.
Reclaim Hours Every Month
Stop being an "accidental bookkeeper." We take the manual data entry, bank reconciliations, and payroll off your plate completely. Our automated workflows mean you spend less time in spreadsheets and more time leading your team and serving your customers.
Real-Time Financial Clarity
Stop guessing and start growing. Get a clear, "investor-ready" view of your cash flow and profitability at any moment. We provide the high-level insights you need to make confident decisions—like when to hire, when to invest, and how to scale.
Total Compliance, Zero Stress
Stay "Audit-Ready" year-round. As Platinum QuickBooks ProAdvisors, we ensure every deduction is captured and every payroll tax is filed accurately. No more tax-season scrambles or IRS anxiety—just professional books that are 100% compliant.
What Our Clients Say
"This gives me the peace of mind as a small business owner."
Kirk Gibbs
Atlas Construction Services LLC
TRUSTED BY LOCAL BUSINESS LEADERS
Wall of Love
Betterment Bookkeeping was one of the best decisions we made.
Chineme Ijeabuonwu
Auntie Anne's Pretzels
I have one less thing to worry about which is priceless!
Noah Bury
Air Advisors LLC
Excellent and attentive to detail. Great service would highly recommend.
Jennie Lillard
Mendocino Chocolate Company
He took the time to walk me through it with a kind and thorough tutorial.
Debbie Smith
Willow Ridge HOA
Very knowledgeable and extremely helpful.
Joe Cliburn
Calvary Chapel Shreveport
We highly recommend his services!
Robert Brazzel
The State Fair of Louisiana
Simple Pricing
Transparent, Flat-Rate Plans
No hourly billing, no hidden fees. Just honest pricing tailored to your business needs.
Essentials
Clean books and tax readiness.
Starting at $149/Mo
- Monthly Bookkeeping
- Bank & Credit Card Reconciliations
- Financial Reports by the 25th
- 72-Hour Phone & Email Response
- Annual Strategy Sessions
Standard
Scaling operations and proactive support.
Starting at $239/Mo
- Everything in Essentials, plus:
- Full Service Payroll
- 1099 Subcontractor Filings
- Insurance Audit Support
- Tax-Time CPA Coordination
- Financial Reports by the 17th
- 48-Hour Phone & Email Response
- Quarterly Strategy Sessions
Premium
Premium financial support with custom dashboards and priority access.
Starting at $329/Mo
- Everything in Essentials & Standard, plus:
- Custom Business Dashboard
- Cash Flow Oversight
- 10 Hours Out-of-Scope Work Per Year
- 30% Off QuickBooks Online Subscription Costs
- Financial Reports by the 10th
- 24-Hour Phone & Email Response
- Monthly Strategy Sessions
Don't see the exact package you're looking for? We are happy to modify our services to meet your exact needs. Just let us know.
Note: QuickBooks Online subscriptions are billed separately. Ask us about our exclusive 30% ProAdvisor discount.
More Than Just a Spreadsheet.
We're Your Back-Office Partners.
You've seen the numbers. Now, meet the experts who turn those numbers into your peace of mind.

Ed Vangelisti
Founder & Lead Bookkeeper
- •7+ years in small business bookkeeping, payroll, and accounting—bringing 'in-the-trenches' experience to your back office
- •Platinum QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor dedicated to giving business owners their weekends back
- •When not balancing books, you'll find Ed serving on the worship team at church and spending quality time with family

Sherri Cox
Senior Consultant
- •25+ years in small business bookkeeping, payroll, and advisory—getting things done correctly the first time
- •A former bookkeeping and payroll company owner of 20 years, Sherri provides the high-level advisory insights that only a fellow founder can offer
- •Now dedicated to a boutique role, ensuring every client receives the backing of two decades of financial wisdom
We founded Betterment because we are good at what we do and too many amazing business owners drowning in paperwork.
- No Big Firm Red Tape: You speak to us directly.
- Zero Judgment: Whether your books are a mess or need a great bookkeeper.
- Total Transparency: Real-time insights so you can lead with confidence.
FAQ
Everything You Need to Know About Partnering With Us
We believe a successful partnership starts with transparency. Below, we’ve outlined our most frequent questions regarding our process, security, and how we handle the heavy lifting so you don't have to.
You've outgrown DIY when the 'cost' of your time exceeds our fee. Look for three signs: The 'Sunday Night' Test (spending weekends on spreadsheets instead of resting), the 'Gut Feel' Decision (not knowing your exact profit margins), and 'Tax Season' Panic (scrambling to get organized in February). Professional bookkeeping turns your finances from a stressful chore into a strategic growth tool.
Absolutely! We specialize in 'cleanup' projects and have helped many businesses recover from disorganized records. We'll assess your situation, create a clear plan to get your books in order, and set you up with a sustainable system moving forward. There's no judgment here—just professional solutions to get you back on track and give you peace of mind.
Yes. We offer full-service payroll, including direct deposit, employee/contractor classifications, and year-end W-2s and 1099s. Crucially, we handle all federal and state payroll tax filings to ensure you remain compliant and avoid expensive penalties. Our goal is to make payroll a 'set it and forget it' process so you can feel confident your team is always paid accurately and on time.
We make the handoff painless. It starts with a 15-minute consultation to understand your goals and current challenges. From there, you simply provide access to QuickBooks Online or upload your last three months of statements to our secure portal for review. We'll then present a tailored proposal with clear service options. Once you select the package that fits your growth, we'll handle the onboarding and technical setup together so we can take over the heavy lifting immediately.
Minimal. Our goal is to give you your time back. You can expect to spend about 15 minutes a month reviewing and approving to receive your finalized reports. If your package includes a monthly strategy session, we'll spend an additional 20–30 minutes diving into your growth trends and cash flow. We handle the administrative heavy lifting so you can focus 100% of your energy on scaling your business.
Security is our top priority. We use professional-grade, encrypted portals for all document handling—never unsecured email. You can simply upload your bank statements and receipts to your private folder, and we handle the rest. We maintain strict confidentiality protocols, ensuring your sensitive financial data is protected by the same level of security used by major financial institutions.
Just ask! While we have a standard monthly rhythm to ensure accuracy, we understand that real-world needs—like a loan application or a sudden investment opportunity—arise. We are happy to accommodate rush requests whenever possible. Simply contact us directly, and we will do our best to prioritize your reports and get you the data you need on your required timeline.
As Platinum QuickBooks Online ProAdvisors, we highly recommend the platform for its reliability and powerful automation. However, our goal is to find the best fit for your specific workflow. During your free consultation, we'll review your current system. If a switch is beneficial, we'll manage the entire migration process for you, ensuring no data is lost and your transition is completely seamless.
Getting started is simple and pressure-free. Click the button below to schedule a free 15-minute consultation. We'll discuss your current business needs, answer your specific questions, and take a look at your current financials to determine which service package offers you the most value. There's no obligation—just honest, professional advice on how to take the administrative burden off your shoulders so you can focus on growing your business.
Ready to Focus on Your Growth?
Get the financial clarity you need to scale with confidence. From seamless payroll to tax-ready books, we handle the details so you can stay focused on what you do best—growing your business.

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