What does a cleaning business get out of bookkeeping?

Running a cleaning company means dealing with recurring jobs, supplies, employees or contractors, and often cash flow that fluctuates. Good bookkeeping keeps all of that in order—so you can grow without getting buried in financial chaos.

Here’s what BasicLee Bookkeeping, LLC would typically handle for you:

1. Income Tracking

• Recording all revenue from clients (residential, commercial, Airbnb, etc.)

• Matching payments to invoices or service records

• Tracking recurring contracts vs. one-time jobs

• Handling income from platforms like Thumbtack, TaskRabbit, or online payments

2. Expense Tracking

• Supplies (cleaners, tools, uniforms, PPE)

• Travel and mileage (gas, tolls, vehicle upkeep)

• Equipment purchases and repairs

• Marketing, software, phone, insurance, etc.

Every dollar out is categorized so you know what you’re spending—and where you can cut or reinvest.

3. Payroll or Contractor Payments

• Tracking employee hours or pay for your cleaners

• Processing payroll (including taxes, if needed)

• Handling 1099 contractor payments

• Keeping compliant records for labor regulations

4. Sales Tax (If Required in Your State)

• Tracking tax collected (if applicable)

• Filing sales tax returns accurately and on time

• Avoiding penalties or late filings

5. Bank and Credit Card Reconciliations

• Making sure your QuickBooks (or other software) matches your real accounts

• Spotting errors, duplicates, or missing transactions

• Keeping your records audit-ready

6. Financial Reports

• Profit and loss (P&L) statements

• Balance sheets

• Cash flow reports

• Monthly or quarterly summaries so you know how your business is really doing

7. Tax-Ready Books

• Organizing income and expenses for your CPA or tax pro

• Clean records = fewer headaches and lower prep fees

8. Optional Add-Ons (Depending on Your Needs)

• Invoicing and payment tracking

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Class tracking for multiple job types or service areas

• Job profitability reports

Why It Matters

A cleaning business might seem simple—but without clean books, you’re guessing. You could be undercharging, overspending, or paying more in taxes than you should.

BasicLee Bookkeeping, LLC keeps your financials spotless so you can focus on growing your business, not chasing receipts.

Want a customized quote or a walkthrough of what we’d do for your business? Let’s connect—your first consultation is free.