Professionals in Ames
Browse 41 professionals in Ames, Iowa.
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ALLEN L. KOCKLER CO.
Bergeson Bookkeeping, LLC
Bessie Falcon
Chevron Renewable Energy Group Inc
Chevron Renewable Energy Group, Inc.
Cline & Allen, LLP
Craig Bjorkgren
Dale D Rahfeldt Ii
Daylight Accounting, LLC
EverAg
GDG Services LLC
GREGORY A MCLAUGHLIN
H&R Block
H&R Block
H&R Block
Hicks Bookkeeping Services, INC.
Hicks Tax & Accounting
Hogan - Hansen, P.C.
HOGAN HANSEN PC
Juei-Juan Hsu
Kadijah Cheryl Smith
Kent Vickre
Klatt & Associates
KLATT & ASSOCIATES CPA PC
Klatt & Associates, CPA PC
Laury Translations and More
Liam Conley Bookkeeping LLC
Liberman Consulting L.L.C.
Lisa A Woodley
Lu's Tax Service
McFarland Clinic
Michele Diane Maldonado
Oakley Services, LLC
Precise Balance Bookkeeping LLC
Pyle & Associates, P.C.
Ryan Hill
Samuel Ira Stephens
Scoles Bookkeeping and Tax Service
Small Business Accountant LLC
Vijaykumar Sheth
Weber Accounting Services LLC
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a bookkeeper cost in Ames?
Freelance bookkeepers: $25–$50/hour. Professional bookkeeping firms: $40–$80/hour. Monthly packages for small businesses: $300–$800/month depending on transaction volume. Payroll add-on: $50–$150/month. Year-end prep: $500–$1,500 one-time. Always ask what's included.
What's the difference between a bookkeeper and an accountant?
Bookkeepers handle daily financial records: data entry, reconciliation, invoicing, payroll. Accountants provide higher-level services: tax strategy, financial statements, CRA audits, business advice. Most small businesses need a bookkeeper year-round and an accountant for tax season.
When should I hire a bookkeeper?
Hire a bookkeeper when: you're spending 5+ hours/month on books, you've missed a tax deadline, your records are behind, you're hiring employees (payroll), or your business revenue exceeds $50K. The cost of a bookkeeper is almost always less than the cost of mistakes.
Do bookkeepers need certification?
No certification is legally required, but look for CPB (Certified Professional Bookkeeper) from the Canadian Institute of Bookkeeping, or QuickBooks ProAdvisor / Xero Certified. These demonstrate training and competency. Always ask about their experience with businesses like yours.
Can a bookkeeper do my taxes?
Bookkeepers can prepare and file simple tax returns (T1, T2, HST/GST). For complex tax situations — corporate restructuring, tax planning, CRA audits, international tax — you need a CPA. Many bookkeepers partner with accountants and can coordinate your year-end seamlessly.