Business Details
13 Years
experience
Expert Accounting for Landscapers & Interior Designers
AccountSolve is a specialized accounting and bookkeeping firm dedicated to helping landscapers and interior designers achieve financial clarity and profitability. With expertise in the Profit First methodology, we provide tailored financial systems that streamline cash flow management, reduce debt, and ensure long-term business stability. Our team combines industry-specific knowledge with certified training in QuickBooks and Profit First principles to address the unique challenges faced by small businesses in these sectors.By focusing exclusively on landscapers and interior designers, we deliver targeted solutions that optimize financial processes, eliminate inefficiencies, and empower business owners to make confident, data-driven decisions. Our proven track record includes transforming disorganized financial systems into structured, profitable operations for hundreds of clients nationwide.
Services
Profit First Bookkeeping
Interior Design Accounting
Landscaping Bookkeeping
Financial Organization Services
Cash Flow Management
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- Specialized Profit First expertise for landscapers and interior designers
- Certified professionals with industry-specific accounting knowledge
- Proven track record transforming financial systems for 100+ businesses
- Tailored financial strategies that address seasonal cash flow challenges
- Comprehensive support from bookkeeping to strategic financial planning
Associations and certifications
- Profit First Certified Master
- QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor
- Bill.com Certified
What people say
Massive weight off shoulders
Profits are up
Financial success assured
Doubled line revenue
Peace of mind
Services
Profit First Bookkeeping
Our Profit First bookkeeping service implements a proactive financial system that prioritizes profit before expenses. This method helps landscapers and interior designers create sustainable cash flow, plan for seasonal fluctuations, and maintain consistent profitability through strategic fund allocation.
Interior Design Accounting
Specialized accounting solutions for interior designers address unique financial challenges including project cost tracking, client fund separation, and cash flow optimization. Our services ensure accurate financial reporting while supporting business growth and profitability for design professionals.
Landscaping Bookkeeping
Tailored bookkeeping services for landscaping businesses manage seasonal cash flow challenges, equipment costs, and payroll complexities. Our systems provide clear financial insights to help lawn care companies maintain profitability year-round and make informed business decisions.
Financial Organization Services
We create structured financial systems that streamline accounting processes, improve tax preparation efficiency, and enhance financial decision-making capabilities. Our services include system implementation, transaction categorization, and financial statement analysis for small businesses in targeted industries.
Cash Flow Management
Our cash flow management services focus on creating predictable revenue streams through strategic fund allocation, expense tracking, and profit planning. We help businesses implement systems that ensure financial stability and support sustainable growth for landscapers and interior designers.
People
Lori Petersen
Founder & Chief Freedom Officer
Lori founded AccountSolve after witnessing her father's business failure. With Profit First certification and QuickBooks expertise, she helps businesses implement financial systems that ensure profitability. She has guided hundreds of landscapers and designers to financial stability since 2013.
Kelsey Petersen
Accounting Manager
Kelsey manages accounting operations for long-standing clients. With a mathematics degree and fraud analysis background, she specializes in process streamlining and financial system documentation. She has been with AccountSolve since its founding in 2013.
Erin Willis
Accounting Manager
Erin helps clients improve cash flow through efficient financial systems. With a microbiology degree and experience in medical research, she brings analytical expertise to accounting processes. She has served AccountSolve clients since 2016.
Daphne Johnson
Administrative Assistant
Daphne supports CEO operations with organizational expertise from her recreation therapy background. She creates efficient workflows for AccountSolve's administrative processes while bringing outdoor adventure enthusiasm to her role.
Mike Michalowicz
Mentor & Adviser
As Profit First system creator, Mike has mentored Lori since 2014. He authors business transformation books and develops entrepreneurial resources. His methodologies form the foundation of AccountSolve's financial approach.
Questions
How does Profit First differ from traditional accounting methods?
Profit First prioritizes profit allocation before expenses, creating proactive financial management through designated fund buckets. Traditional methods focus on expenses first, often leaving insufficient profit margins, especially for seasonal businesses like landscaping.
What accounting software do you use?
We exclusively use QuickBooks Online, leveraging deep platform expertise to deliver accurate financial tracking, reporting, and Profit First implementation tailored for landscapers and interior designers.
How can bookkeeping help my landscaping business?
Our specialized bookkeeping creates financial clarity for seasonal operations, manages equipment costs, optimizes payroll processes, and implements systems that ensure year-round profitability through strategic cash flow management.
What financial reports will I receive?
Clients receive Profit & Loss statements, Balance Sheets, and customized cash flow reports. We provide monthly financial insights with analysis tailored to landscaping and interior design business metrics.
How do you handle tax preparation?
We prepare businesses for tax season through year-round financial organization, profit allocation strategies, and documentation systems that simplify tax filings while maximizing deductions for landscapers and designers.
Can you help with business growth planning?
Yes, we provide financial forecasting, hiring strategy guidance, and scalability assessments using Profit First principles to ensure sustainable growth aligned with your business's cash flow capabilities.
