I have just started working with Serah, and amazed at how streamlined she makes keeping records…read more Her work is quite affordable, and takes a lot of pressure off of me so I can focus more on my actual nutrition business rather than being overwhelmed with the bookkeeping/tax stuff. I would highly recommend Books in Harmony if you are a busy small biz owner, and want less chaos around the financials of your business.

THIS IS A SCAM. THE WORK WAS NOT COMPLETED. I have nothing to show for the thousands of dollars I…read morepaid Serah Blackstone Fredericks. I hired her to do bookkeeping and to train me on QuickBooks. The limited bookkeeping was grossly inaccurate with many, many things miscategorized. She did not provide a Profit & Loss Statement, a Balance Sheet or a Statement of Cash Flow She initially took responsibility for this and offered to provide a partial refund, but now she has ghosted me in the process of negotiating the amount.

Beth has been my bookkeeper and business manager for eleven years and I don't know what I would do…read morewithout her! Here are some of the many projects she's helped me with: --Bookkeeping and tax prep for my dog walking and bookkeeping business --Transition from contractors to employees for that business (I currently have 25 employees) --Interviewed and and vetted various consultants needed for the business --Found and applied for loans/grants during early Covid, including two PPP loans that were forgiven --Evaluated payroll software programs and managed switch to PayChex --Helped me establish HR policies and procedures for our staff that are legal and progressive --Helped me get paperwork together to do several real estate transactions. Beth is great. She gets my highest recommendation if you need help with a small business or non-profit.

Beth is fantastic! I'm just starting my business, and I was getting overwhelmed with quickbooks…read more She taught me how to use it properly, set up and understand my profits/losses, categorize each expense, and create a balance sheet. And it only took two meetings. My business isn't big enough to hire a book keeper, but she set me up to be able to continue on my own. After each meeting, my stress melted away. I highly recommend her!

Tony and Bill and the rest of the team are the BEST OF THE BEST…read more Somehow they make doing your yearly taxes actually enjoyable through their quick responses, careful considerations, and easy-to-use portal that simplifies the entire process. I've been using them since they started their shop and can't recommend them enough. Very ethical and pleasant team. 100 percent recommend.

Was referred to Tony's business and was set up with Cole for an assessment meeting…read more He went over what they offer and if they might be a good fit for me and my business. Cole was easy going, understanding, but most importantly didn't pressure me into signing up by any means which was big for me. Give these guys a shot or at least some time to ask some questions see if they're a good fit, high recommend!

Akemi claims efficiency, but what really defines her approach is an unforgiving attention to every…read moredetail that too many so-called professionals miss. I don't praise easily, but she tore through our tangled financial mess like it was nothing, giving us clarity where there was chaos. Her speed is not a breath of fresh air; it's the baseline anyone should expect. If you want someone who will treat your financials like a personal challenge rather than a routine task, Akemi is who you call.

Akemi has helped me from the moment I incorporated my company in 2014 and has been an amazing…read morepartner throughout all those years. She is extremely capable, delivers very quickly and is just a joy to work with. On top of that, she is also incredibly thorough and doesn't make any mistakes. Akemi is always able to answer questions and take the time to explain things. I cannot rate her highly enough! Give her a call, you'll be happy you did!

Judith Schwartz of Bottom Line Bookkeeping has gone out of business, due to a hand injury…read more She had worked for me for many years, but as of a couple months ago was unable to continue due to her physical issue, and apparently she is completely retired now. Best wishes for a happy retirement.

After reading all of the glowing reviews our small firm decided to hire Judith to do our books,…read moreespecially after she informed us that the cost would be about $300/quarter, as opposed to the other person that told us it would be $300/month for their services. Judith required that we supply her with a computer, with a program, with a workspace. So we jumped through hoops, buying her a computer, buying the program and she was to work at my desk. When I asked if she could use my table or the conference room so that I could get some work done, she informed me that it wasn't comfortable and she needed to sit at my desk, so I was not even able to work in my own office. Well the $1200 quoted turned out to be more like the $300/month the other bookkeeper had quoted us. $3000 later, the end of the year came and went with no books provided. We followed up with her and she told us that she was too busy to finish our books in a timely manner. With no other choice, we hired another bookkeeper after the new year. We turned over the files prepared by Judith, assuming they could just finish the books with the data provided, and were informed that there were so many errors, issues and inaccuracies that they had to start all over again. After we had to pay the other bookkeeper $3000 to redo our books, we approached Judith requesting a refund since we couldn't use anything that she prepared and she refused to even speak with us or try to work it out in any way. Despite her tagline, our peace of mind was clearly not her bottom line, I personally found Judith to be extremely unprofessional, regularly cursing and using vulgarities, very entitled, and without integrity. I was extremely disappointed in how she prepared our books and was shocked at how she handled our complaint. We spent almost 3x the amount she quoted us and had absolutely nothing to show for it, needing to scramble in the 11th hour because she couldn't actually deliver. If you are looking for a good bookkeeper, I suggest that you keep looking. I would give negative stars if that was an option.

B&T Bookkeeping has an excellent reputation in the East Bay. I have referred businesses to them for…read moremany years, and without exception the clients are 100% delighted with Tracy and Brody's work. They are prompt, accurate and very serious about their work. It doesn't make any difference who the client is: Small business, non-profit, sole practitioner -- they treat everyone promptly and courteously and do a great job, and their rates are very reasonable and affordable. I'm always delighted to recommend B&T Bookkeeping to anyone without qualification. Bob Canter, ACE President & CEO Emeryville Chamber of Commerce 510-652-5223 bob@emeryvillechamber.com

I can highly recommend B&T Bookkeeping. As a design consultant I really needed a bookkeeper to take…read morethat admin work off my plate and assure that it's being done correctly, and I've been super pleased with their service over the last 9 years. In addition, Brody is a delight to work with -- on top of their accurate and punctual work, he offers solid, accessible business advice that I have found extremely valuable over time as I have grown my business.

Glad to see this guy has put a sign up and is open for the rest of you to hire him. He's going to…read moresave you a TON of headaches and the good stuff $$$$ MOOLA I was lucky to find Keith, many years ago. I run my own business and he set me up to create and distribute invoices, collections, and everything that it takes to get my billing done. I mean it was a revelation for me to get everything in order and know where it's all going - and More Importantly - where it's coming in from!! Right. They did my taxes and saved me a bunch of money - and listen, I have an undergrad in accounting with a concentration in taxes (4.0 in this area) but I gotta admit - it is / it was and always will be CONFUSING! (Confucius say use Axis to save yourself aches and pains). Okay, maybe too corny. A HUGE Blessing to have these guys really take the time - be extremely patient (I wouldn't be that patient) and take me through the steps of doing my own day to day accounting. At first they did it for me - and then they weaned me out of it by helping me through the steps numerous times. I wanted to do it after a few years when my business became easier. Point is - Contact Axis with Keith - you will Love this guy. He's too easy to deal with and he has a personality. Some accountants you don't know what they're thinking like it's some kind of mystery. Not so with these guys - straight up, reliable, and get the job done by knowing all the angles. INTEGRITY

My books were a disaster. My previous bookkeeper completely messed all my records up and to be…read morefrank: had no idea what he was doing. I had 55k in uncategorized expenses...what??? And then, the stars aligned. I had previously worked with Keith and Alissa in my past life. They were highly regarded throughout the company and were known to get it done. Keith randomly reached out to me asking if I needed help with my books. I jumped out of my chair and said I needed him 6 months ago!! I would hire him as my CFO if I could afford him (I still plan on doing so when I can ;)). I now actually have books that are properly categorized and inventory that is actually booked properly! It's freaking amazing. I can not recommend this firm more to people that are in need of accounting/bookkeeping services!

Thank you so much for helping me with my business needs snd and my personal taxes…read more I have been working with Tameka's Bookkeeping & Tax Consulting since I opened my business in 2017. I appreciate her helping me and my family over the years. I would recommend her to other businesses owner's as she has helped me. As well as for personal taxes. Especially, since English is not not primary language she has been very patient and supportive. Wilson Richmond Vacuum & Repair Shop

Small Businesses BEWARE. Tameka has terrible communication…read moreand will not respond to emails for weeks on end. She will ignore your emails and then act like unbothered when she finally responds. . Our small business now owes 20k in taxes because she failed to do an adequate job at listing our expenses. Til this day she has not responded to my various emails and has not confirmed filing our taxes from MONTHS ago which will cost us in late fees and interest. Please consider someone else with your taxes.

I came to Mauricio after I felt like my last accountant wasn't up to par. Mauricio literally saved…read morethe day and was so accommodating to my last minute requests. He did my taxes within 1 day and saved me more money than the last accountant could. Great same day service and I would highly recommend to anyone who is lost and needs direction to get their taxes back in line where they need to be.

Mauricio was great! Needed him to deal with Oakland Tax Officers. Contacted him on a Thursday…read more Got a quote on Friday. Two weeks later, all paperwork in and done. Highly Recommended

I called Katherine Meurer on fairly short notice; I needed a mobile notary for my clients at a…read moreprecise time the next day. She called me back within the hour to make the arrangements and arrived promptly at the appointment time. During the brief time we spent together, she was courteous, efficient, friendly, and helpful -- and her rates were MORE than reasonable! I don't need to engage the services of a mobile notary very often, but when I do, I can't imagine anyone I'd call before Katherine.

Notary and bookkeeping may not be the kind of thing that typically inspires a "Woohoo!" but I…read morecannot imagine what anyone could want in a notary/bookkeeper that Katherine doesn't provide, hence, five stars. Whip-smart, lightening-quick, and for icing --- she's funny as hell. (A bonus if your bookkeeping is boring you to tears.) Seriously, a professional you can trust in all matters.