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Who We HelpBookkeeping for Bars
& Nightlife Businesses
Bars have cash-heavy operations, tipped staff payroll, liquor cost tracking, and Florida alcohol sales tax rules that differ significantly from food service. Getting the books right requires someone who knows the industry.
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The Specific Challenges We Solve
Liquor Cost Tracking by Category
Pouring cost percentage is your key profitability metric. We track liquor, beer, and wine cost against sales by category so you can identify where shrinkage, over-pouring, or pricing issues are eating into margins.
Cash Handling Reconciliation
Bars handle significant cash — especially on busy nights. We build reconciliation procedures that catch discrepancies between your POS, cash drawer, and bank deposit so your records stay clean.
Florida Alcohol Sales Tax Compliance
Florida taxes alcoholic beverages separately from food, and cover charges, bottle service, and entertainment create additional sales tax considerations. We apply the correct rates and file accurately every period.
A Bookkeeper Who's Also a Federally authorized Enrolled Agent
Most bookkeepers categorize transactions and hand you a report. Simple Books Now does that — and our Licensed EA can also represent you before the IRS, file your business and personal tax returns, and advise on tax strategy year-round. One firm. No referrals. No gaps.
Ready to Get Your Books in Order?
Book a free 30-minute consultation. She knows the numbers for your type of business and will give you a clear picture of what we can do.
Book a Free ConsultationNo obligation · Flat monthly rates · Federally authorized Enrolled Agent