The FEC difference
Not generalists. We live in this world.
We're not generalists who added "entertainment" to a list of industries. My husband has run family entertainment centers for years, so I've watched the business up close and kept the books behind it. We understand what it takes to run a profitable FEC, not just record the transactions. That means we already know the things you would otherwise have to explain:
- Deferred revenue on party deposits and gift cards, so income lands in the right month instead of inflating a good week and gutting a slow one.
- Multiple income streams tracked against their own costs, so you can see whether attractions, food, redemption, and events are each actually making money.
- Seasonality, so a slow July and a packed winter both make sense on paper and you can plan around them.
When your books are set up this way, you stop guessing. You know which parts of your business are carrying you and which are quietly draining you.
The services we offer
Monthly Bookkeeping
This is where we keep you out of the guessing game. Every month we record your transactions, reconcile your accounts, and hand you clean reports so you always know where you stand. You make decisions based on current, accurate numbers instead of a gut feeling or a bank balance.
Diagnostic Review
A fresh set of expert eyes on your existing QuickBooks. We look for glaring holes, missed deductions, and income that's been counted twice. You walk away knowing exactly what shape your books are really in.
Catch-Up Bookkeeping
Behind on your books? It happens, especially in this business. We get you caught up so you're ready for tax time and back in control of your numbers.
Clean-Up Bookkeeping
If you've been doing it yourself and you're not sure it's right, we'll find what's off and fix it, so you can actually trust your financial data again.
What people say
Trusted by the owners we work with.
“This has been the best bookkeeping service I have used. So easy to work with Christie. She quickly brought our books current after we'd been backed up for 8 months. Her systems are great and make closing the books go smoothly every month. Highly recommend.”
“Christie and her team are fantastic to work with! They exude professionalism, promptness, and communication. I'm so thankful for the load of work they take off my plate. I know I can rest assured that they have my bookkeeping under control and that I can trust them with it. I highly recommend Orchards Bookkeeping for any small (or large) business that needs a trustworthy, highly efficient bookkeeper. Thank you, Christie!”
“Orchards Bookkeeping has been a pleasure to work with. Before starting with Christie I felt lost, like I'd never sort out my business finances. She put me at ease, cleaned up multiple years' worth of books, and now keeps me on track every month so I'm tax-ready and can see the state of my finances. Onboarding was a breeze, and I only wish I'd found them sooner!”
“Christie and her team are wonderful! I've worked with them for over a year and am more than happy with their responsiveness, quick turnaround on reports and projects, and professionalism. They take the time to walk me through any questions and make sure my business stays on top of the numbers.”
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Pricing
Custom plans, real ballparks.
Every FEC is a little different, so we build a custom plan for each client. To give you a feel for what to expect, here are a few sample setups and what they'd typically run.
- 1 bank account, 1 credit card
- ~$120,000 yearly revenue
- 1 owner, Sole Proprietor
- 1 bank account, 2 credit cards, 2 loans
- ~$250,000 yearly revenue
- 1 owner, S-Corp
- 2 bank accounts, 4 credit cards, 4 loans
- Higher transaction volume
- 2 owners, Partnership LLC
These are examples, not a menu. Once we understand your business, we'll give you a real number.
How to get started
The first step is simple: tell us about your business.
This helps us come to our first conversation already knowing your setup, so we spend the call talking about you instead of collecting basics. From there, we'll hop on a phone consultation to talk through your business, what you're doing now, and which services would actually help. No pressure, no jargon.
Step 1: Start here
Fill out the quick intake form: takes just a few minutes. Then we'll set up your consultation.
Start Intake Form
What it looks like to work with us
Here's how it goes once you're on board.
We build your foundation
We usually start by catching up your historical bookkeeping or making sure everything is in tip-top shape. Good monthly numbers depend on a clean starting point.
We move into monthly bookkeeping
Once the foundation is solid, we keep your books current month to month.
We stay in touch
You'll hear from us throughout the month whenever we have a question about a transaction. It keeps your books accurate and means no giant pile of questions at month-end.
You keep us in the loop
Give us a heads-up when something big happens, like a large purchase, a new hire, or a new income stream. It helps us keep everything accurate.
You reach out anytime
Have a question mid-month? Email us whenever. We're here.
You get your reports by the 21st
Every month, we deliver your Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet from the previous month, so you're never flying blind.
About
Hi, I'm Christie.
I've been a bookkeeper since 2015 and a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor, and a small business owner myself for years, so I know what it takes to turn an idea into a real, working business, and how much there is to juggle once it's running.
Family entertainment centers hold a special place for me. My husband has run FECs for years, so I've seen this business from the inside: the busy weekends, the seasonal swings, the dozen income streams that all need to be tracked differently. I understand what it takes to run a profitable FEC, not just how to record the numbers. That's a perspective most bookkeepers simply don't have.
At heart, I love being a cheerleader for other small business owners. When your books are clear and current, you get to make confident decisions and focus on growing the business you set out to build. I'd love to help you do exactly that.
FAQ
Questions FEC owners ask us
What areas do you serve?
Do you only work with FECs?
What accounting software do you use?
How much does bookkeeping for an FEC cost?
Do you file or prepare taxes?
Is there a long-term contract?
What if I'm behind on my books?
How involved do I need to be each month?
What's the next step?
Ready when you are.
Tell us about your business and we'll take it from there. No pressure, no jargon.