Balanced
Business Services
Books you can count on,
wherever you are.
Local and virtual bookkeeping, payroll, and financial services built for small businesses across Southeast Alaska and beyond. Accurate records, personal service, zero stress.
Your dedicated financial partner in the Last Frontier
Running a small business comes with enough challenges — managing your finances shouldn't be one of them. Balanced Business Services is here to handle the numbers so you can focus on what you do best.
Our team provides both local and virtual services, giving you the flexibility to work with us however suits your business best. Consistent, personal service built around your goals — no handoffs, no surprises.
Whether you're a contractor, retailer, HOA, or service-based business, we offer a full range of bookkeeping, payroll, tax, and advisory services to keep your finances in order year-round.
"Finally, books that make sense!" — every client, eventually 🐻A full range of services
for Alaska small businesses
Filter by category to find exactly what your business needs.
Monthly Bookkeeping Services
Most popular for growing small businesses — monthly support with faster error detection and better cash flow awareness.
- Transaction review & categorization
- Bank & credit card reconciliation — up to 4 accounts monthly
- Monthly P&L Statement and Balance Sheet
- Cloud-based document storage
- Sales tax filing for Juneau, AK (quarterly)
Weekly Bookkeeping Services
Full-service for high-volume or complex businesses — contractors, retail, and multi-location operations.
- Weekly transaction categorization
- Monthly bank, credit card & loan reconciliations
- Monthly P&L and Balance Sheet reports
- Accounts Payable & Receivable support
- POS journal entries & Google Drive document management
- Sales tax support, 1099 prep, class & job costing tracking
- Cash flow consulting & enhanced advisory reporting
Bi-Monthly Bookkeeping Services
For moderate-volume businesses needing comprehensive support on a bi-monthly basis.
- Bi-monthly transaction categorization
- Monthly bank, credit card & loan reconciliations
- Monthly P&L and Balance Sheet reports
- Accounts Payable & Receivable support
- POS journal entries & Google Drive document management
- Sales tax support & 1099 preparation
Quarterly Bookkeeping Services
For very small or low-volume businesses needing organized, accurate books on a quarterly basis.
- Quarterly transaction categorization
- Bank & credit card reconciliation — up to 4 accounts
- Quarterly P&L Statement and Balance Sheet
- Cloud-based document storage
- Sales tax filing for Juneau, AK
Payroll Services — Base
Bi-weekly payroll for up to 5 employees; direct deposits sent on the 5th & 20th of each month.
- Calculate & process payroll using payroll software
- Vacation, sick leave & benefits tracking
- Direct deposit for all employees
- Federal & state payroll tax calculations
- Quarterly 940 & 941 federal payroll report filing
- Workers' Compensation payroll reporting
- Year-end W-2 and W-3 preparation & e-filing
Payroll Services — Weekly
Weekly payroll billed per employee per paycheck; direct deposits sent every Thursday.
- Weekly payroll calculations & processing
- Vacation, sick leave & benefits tracking
- Direct deposit every Thursday
- Federal & state payroll tax calculations
- Quarterly 940 & 941 filing
- Workers' Compensation reporting & online paycheck access
- Year-end W-2 and W-3 preparation & e-filing
Certified Payroll Services
Weekly certified payroll reporting for prevailing wage and government-contracted projects.
- Preparation & submission of certified payroll reports
- Compliance with prevailing wage requirements
- Job-specific payroll allocation tracking
- Support documentation for audits or agency requests
Union Payroll Reporting
Monthly remittance report preparation and payment submissions to unions — keeping your business fully compliant.
CBJ Sales Tax
City & Borough of Juneau sales tax filing and compliance — accurate, on time, every deadline met.
1099 Services
Annual preparation and filing of 1099 forms for all contractors and vendors — full IRS compliance, no year-end scrambling.
Annual Accounting Services
Year-end accounting based on reconciled software data, including tax return preparation.
- Annual special purpose financial reports including fixed asset schedule
- Preparation and filing of income tax return
- Statements of dividends and statutory minutes
Extensive Annual Accounting
All-in-one annual package with tax prep, IRS audit support, tax planning, and unlimited CPA access.
- Annual reports & fixed asset schedule
- Monthly sales & use tax returns
- Business tax return preparation
- IRS Audit Support & CPA Defense
- Complete tax planning & projection module
- Estimated tax payment preparation
- Annual corporation renewal (state fees apply)
Budgeting & Forecasting
Quarterly 12-month forecasts, stakeholder-presentation ready.
- 12-month cash flow forecast
- Income statement (P&L) forecast
- Balance sheet forecast
- Delivered quarterly
Financial & Management Reporting
Quarterly management reports providing deep insight into your business performance.
- Income statements (P&L) & Cash summary
- Balance Sheet & Aged Debtors/Creditors detail
- Board Report & contribution analysis by project or client
Software Setup & Training
New account setup and hands-on training for your accounting software.
- New account setup in accounting software
- 2-hour full software training (optionally recorded)
- Delivery based on your team's availability
HOA Bookkeeping Services
Dedicated bookkeeping for Homeowners Associations — all annual financial, filing, and administrative needs.
- Annual reconciliation & financial statements
- Annual budget preparation
- Bill payment services (minimal) & annual dues invoicing
- Form 1120-H filing & sales tax filing
- Annual meeting minutes
Built for Alaska businesses, not just businesses in Alaska.
There's a difference between a generic bookkeeper and one who understands Southeast Alaska's industries, seasonality, and unique business landscape.
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Consistent, dedicated service Our team is committed to knowing your business — no revolving door, no starting over.
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Local & virtual flexibility Work with us in person or entirely online — whichever works best for you.
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Full-spectrum services From weekly bookkeeping to certified payroll, HOA accounting to tax planning — one team for everything.
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Accountant-ready books We hand off clean, organized financials that reduce your tax prep fees and stress.
Secure & Confidential
Your financial data handled with strict confidentiality and secure cloud storage.
Responsive Communication
Quick replies and proactive updates — you're never left wondering.
Industry Flexible
Construction, retail, services, HOAs, nonprofits — we adapt to any industry.
QuickBooks Powered
We work in QuickBooks Online for real-time access and seamless CPA handoffs.
Clean-Up Specialists
Behind on your books? We love getting caught up — no judgment, just results.
Transparent Pricing
Clear fees agreed upfront — no surprises, no hidden charges.
Let's get your books balanced.
No stress. No surprises. Just great books. 🌲Whether you need ongoing bookkeeping, payroll, certified payroll, or a full financial clean-up — reach out and let's find the right fit for your business.