Where the heck is my cash going?
It’s like a monthly mystery that you never signed up to read. You’re practically bathing in the chaos that you fondly call “your books,” needing a partner who will not only clean them up for you, but grow with you–making your assets your advantage.
At Lookout Bookkeeping, we go way beyond crunching numbers in the corner. We team up for the long haul, creating a new relationship with your finances. Because with clarity on how you’re doing and where you’re going–you can make every business decision with an unwavering let’s go (or hell no).
Get a hold on your finances. Make them work for you.
TESTIMONIALS
Before Melissa, the anxiety about my books was crushing—I honestly don’t know where I’d be without her support.
She stepped in after someone else had made a complete mess of things and patiently untangled every reconciliation, liability, and error. Now my books are accurate, my accounts are reconciled, and I finally feel confident sending reports to my bank. But Melissa isn’t just a bookkeeper—she’s my financial bestie. She calms the chaos, explains what matters, and makes me feel in control again. She’s worth every penny and then some, because she doesn’t just fix problems—she prevents them.
Manufacturing Business Controller
Before working with Melissa, bookkeeping felt overwhelming and uncertain. I didn’t know what I needed, but looking back, choosing her was the best decision I could have made.
She and her team are thorough, responsive, and detail-oriented—everything gets handled quickly and correctly. The client portal makes communication seamless, and I always feel like I know where my business stands financially. Melissa has given me the freedom to focus on running and growing my business instead of drowning in clerical work. I can confidently say outsourcing to her is one of the smartest moves any business owner can make.
Business Owner in Contracted Logistical Services
Melissa didn’t just do my books—she changed my life.
I came in terrified, with zero information and no idea where to even start. She walked me through every step with compassion and confidence, turning chaos I couldn’t face into clarity I could trust. She found things I didn’t even know existed, kept me moving when I wanted to give up, and made sure nothing slipped through the cracks—from taxes to legal referrals to estate planning. Melissa is tenacious, organized, and doesn’t stop until it’s done. She’s so much more than a bookkeeper—she’s a partner who goes above and beyond, and I couldn’t have made it through without her. Hiring her was the best decision I’ve ever made.
Business Owner of a Franchise Restaurant
Melissa and Lookout Bookkeeping are phenomenal.
What makes Melissa an amazing fit for me as a Founder is that she’s bold and direct. She doesn’t flinch at making clear recommendations and has no fear of disagreeing with you (which is a rare and special gift to me as a business leader).
You will know that she is focused on you doing the right things in the best way. This definitely isn't Burger King, where you can just "have it your way!" She proactively spots issues and fixes them before they snowball into a big mess.
Melissa is the rare bookkeeper who keeps your books clean, your conscience clear, and your time focused on what matters. If you want a bookkeeping partner who makes decisions with confidence, keeps your systems tight, and helps you hand spotless books to your CPA, hire Lookout Bookkeeping.
Business Owner in Leadership Coaching
Before working with Melissa, I thought I was keeping up with my bookkeeping, but tax season always proved me wrong—I was stressed, confused, and definitely overpaying on taxes.
She came in, fixed everything, and gave me total peace of mind. Her process is seamless and so easy to follow; she breaks everything down in plain English and makes sure I actually understand my numbers. Melissa is professional but super chill, so I never feel judged for asking questions—she’s approachable, supportive, and always has my back. Since hiring her, I’ve added staff and grown my business in ways I couldn’t have imagined. Having a bookkeeper who truly knows my industry has empowered me to make smarter decisions, focus on my clients, and finally feel confident about my financial future.
Business Owner/Athletic Trainer in Private Practice
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Hi, I’m Melissa
Founder of Lookout Bookkeeping
Aka your no-BS financial advisory BTS team. After a 20+ year career as an athletic trainer, I discovered my love of cleaning up messy books after doing it for a friend with a small business. Fast forward just over 4 years, Lookout Bookkeeping has generated over $1M helping high-growth businesses know their numbers to make big decisions confidently, instead of losing way too much sleep over them.
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DIY Small Business Bookkeeping Tracker
DIY Business & Financial Plan Template
Bookkeeping Checklist For Business Owners
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We’re scared of ghosts.
AKA bookkeepers who ghost you or tap out when you hit a certain level of business. We’re your partner, running the back office of your finances–so you can show up, proactively solve issues in your business, and be on the lookout instead of on defense.
The Lookout Effect
We’re your no-BS partner, who creates that big exhale moment when you know your financial systems are locked into place and handled by people who know you.
We support you through fun and terrifying decisions, using your numbers as the authority to the business milestones you have your eye on.
We create a relationship between you and your numbers. If you’re been in a toxic high-low, can’t look at them relationship with your books–that’s changing.
We stick by you through every stage of business, being real with you about where you’re at and what you need as you’re growing.
We get all that emotional money weight out of there, so you’re not bogged down by chaos and confusion about what’s happening on the financial side of your business.
We’re your partner, in your pocket, so you always know you have a place to land whenever you want to understand your books, ask questions about your numbers, or use them to make decisions.
We balance your books. But realistically we balance your vision with the cold hard numbers, so you can sprint into what you want without wondering if your business can support it.
