Grow Your Business With Smart Financial Decisions

Bookkeeping By Design, Inc. knows that our clients rely on us to rapidly address their needs.

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Responsibilities

We are only as efficient as the information provided to us. Information for the bookkeeper should be kept in a single spot such as a tray or file.

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Evaluate systems

Evaluate And Modify Current Systems

Review current company systems in regards to accounts payable, accounts receivable, checkbook ledgers, and paper flow systems to facilitate the most efficient bookkeeping and recordkeeping methods as possible.

Set up client books

Set Up/Clean-Up Client Books

After reviewing current status of your bookkeeping practices we will develop improved methods for you to track, manage and analyze your income and expenses.

Maintenance

Maintenance

For organizations that need ongoing assistance, we're here to help make sure your financial positions stay in order on a recurring basis - so you can better manage the rest of your business' needs.

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About Us

Dannette, President and Owner of Bookkeeping By Design, Inc., has over 30 years of experience in the bookkeeping and accounting industry. With this experience and desire to be close to her family, she began Bookkeeping By Design, Inc. 21 years ago. Bookkeeping By Design, Inc. is a family-owned business that has grown in size due to hard work, efficiency and great communication skills. Dannette has kept the values of kindness, connectedness and listening to understand rooted in the foundation of the company since 2001. With these values, Dannette believes in saving her clients money and is known for honesty, integrity and organizational skills.

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After serving 20 successful years in retail management, Deana, Dannette's sister, was looking for a change, and Bookkeeping By Design, Inc. needed help. The two began their working relationship which has flourished for over 20 years.


While not a formal bookkeeper on the team, Bob, Dannette's husband, plays various pivotal roles in the company. As Dannette says, “Bob is the glue that holds our family and company together”.

Whatever the role, we thrive on working together, with each member of our family bringing their unique perspective and abilities to the table. Our family is here to help your business grow, thrive and succeed.

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Checklist

Making sure that you have the right documents in order is the first step to creating financial well being for your company. From business licenses to business property information. Bookkeeping by Design will help you organize your most critical business documents.

Business License
Independent Contractors (1099/1096)
BPOL Tax
Reconciled
Personal Property
Taxes (BPOL, Payroll, Estimated Taxes and Personal Property)
Payroll (Quarterly / W2 / W3)
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Referrals

Referring us to your family and friends means that you trust us to take care of your close ones' financial needs. We are honored that you have given us this opportunity. We work hard for each referral and are determined to provide each person with the exceptional customer service that they deserve. Referrals make up a large portion of our clients.

Interested in joining the BBD referral program? Contact us today for more information!

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Testimonials

“Shortly after starting my own business 12 years ago, I was introduced to Bookkeeping By Design. They have been instrumental in keeping my company financially secure, allowing me to focus on building new business. I'm very grateful for their good work.”
JM
“I have worked with Bookkeeping By Design for many years and they have always been responsive to anything I needed. They are also proactive ensuring that I am not missing any important tax deadlines. I would highly recommend them for your bookkeeping needs.”
RA
“Bookkeeping by Design is always professional and responsive. They are the perfect fit for our firm.”
MF
“Dannette and her team have provided valuable bookkeeping services for our consulting firm since we opened our doors for business. All clients are important, and communication is excellent. The level of expertise from all the staff gives the comfort to know all your bookkeeping needs are in good hands. Bookkeeping By Design are the professionals you want handling your bookkeeping to let you focus on running your business.”
SF
“I have worked with Dannette Wolfe since becoming an attorney in 1992 and she has been the Bookkeeper for my Law Firm for more than 20 years. I give Dannette my highest recommendation and endorsement. Dannette is trustworthy, honest and her integrity is of the highest character. The quality of her work and her work ethic is unmatched.”
JR
“Bookkeeping By Design has been with us from our beginning, 7 years ago. Dannette, Alyssa, and the team have been a great partner to our firm. We appreciate their proactive support and timely responses to our questions.”
VK & TF
“As a sole practitioner, Bookkeeping By Design has been an invaluable resource for my legal practice. They are knowledgeable, professional, and efficient. I feel lucky to have them as part of my team.”
RH
“My business became much more organized since I found Bookkeeping by Dannette.”
PL
“Dannette and Wade are true professionals when it comes to bookkeeping. There are so many things we tend to worry about as business owners, but I can confidently say that our bookkeeping is not one of them. They go above and beyond always, and I recommend them to anyone looking to simplify their financial game plan.”
GD
“Dannette and her Bookkeeping By Design team are terrific! I have used their services for over 10 years and they always pay attention to details and are quick to respond to my questions. Dannette is one of my favorite people and her customized level of service make me feel like a VIP!”
LR
“The entire Bookkeeping by Design staff has been instrumental in keeping our books up to date and in fantastic order. This has drastically reduced my time and energy spent and allowed me to focus on other areas of our business. We cannot say thank you enough.”
CW
“My law firm has been working with Bookkeeping by Design since our formation in 2015. Dannette and Ashley have been so instrumental in properly setting up accounting and bookkeeping infrastructure as I initially launched my firm and have been a critical team of running my business since then. They have been wonderful to work with and have put my mind at ease (and let me focus on my business) knowing that I have an experienced professional team keeping my books and records straight. It is a bonus that they have a system set up so even though we both work completely remotely, we have had very seamless working relationship. Thank you, Dannette and Ashley!”
K
“Dannette Wolfe, of Book Keeping by Design, is invaluable to the success of my business. Her dedicated service, attention to detail and proactive nature allow me to focus on what I do best, which is providing psychological treatment and care. When I started with Dannette, she immediately went to work to create coherent balance sheets, general ledgers and profit and loss statements that have helped me to better understand the financial needs of my business. While I spent a significant portion of my graduate training on clinical work, none of it prepared me for the challenges of operating my own business. This is where Dannette has helped me most. She is incredibly kind and communicates her expertise in a manner that is instructive and affirming. I do not know where my business would be without Dannette and her team!”
Dr. O
“I have worked with Bookkeeping by Design for more than a decade. Their deep bookkeeping knowledge, personalized approach and attention to detail, allows me to focus on running my business. With all the things a small business person has to worry about, Dannette and her team truly make my life easier.”
K
“When I reached out to Bookkeeping By Design on the recommendation of my accountant, my accounts were in shambles. For over 15 years, Dannette and her team have guided us to financial fitness with an extraordinary level of care and commitment. More important than their amazing skills as our financial stewards, they are lovely, kind, and caring people who have shown incredible patience with my somewhat haphazard approach. Their work has saved me enormous amounts of time and relieved me of high levels of stress, all of which has made it possible for me to devote more time to building my business and becoming more profitable.”
PW
“We have had the pleasure of working with BookKeeping by Design for over 13+ years. Dannette, Wade and the team are the best in the business! They have helped our team grow in many ways and always have their clients best interests in mind! I highly recommend them and will continue to work with them for many more years to come!”
TW, Builder