Why “Clean Enough” Bookkeeping Turns Into IRS Trouble (Bookkeeping Mistakes That Trigger Audits)

Concerned business owner holding a binder next to a warning about why ‘clean enough’ bookkeeping causes IRS trouble and bookkeeping mistakes that trigger audits.

Why “Clean Enough” Bookkeeping Turns Into IRS Trouble Most business owners think their books are “good enough.”The numbers look right.The bank account roughly matches.The reports export.Nothing seems obviously wrong. But “clean enough” bookkeeping is one of the most dangerous financial traps a business can fall into—and one of the leading bookkeeping mistakes that trigger audits. […]

How to Know If Your Books Are Lying to You (Bookkeeping Mistakes to Watch For)

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How to Know If Your Books Are Lying to You (Bookkeeping Mistakes to Watch For) Most business owners assume their books are “fine”—until something breaks. A tax bill looks too high, cash flow feels tight for no reason, revenue doesn’t match deposits, payroll suddenly seems off… or worse, the IRS sends a letter. These are […]

Security & Privacy: How We Protect Your Financial Data | Giesler-Tran Bookkeeping

Security & Privacy: How We Protect Your Financial Data At Giesler-Tran Bookkeeping (GTB), safeguarding your sensitive financial information is our highest priority. Our commitment to security and privacy gives you confidence and peace of mind—so you can focus on your business, not your data. Robust Digital Security Measures Encrypted Data Transmission: All documents and communications […]

What Makes a Bookkeeper Truly ‘Authoritative’? | Giesler-Tran Bookkeeping

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What Makes a Bookkeeper Truly ‘Authoritative’? Our Approach to Industry Standards Giesler-Tran Bookkeeping (GTB) believes authority in bookkeeping is earned through deep expertise, rigorous standards, and a commitment to client success. Here’s how we set ourselves apart as a trusted authority in the industry. Commitment to GAAP and Best Practices GAAP Compliance: We adhere to […]

How We Stay Ahead: Bookkeeping Ongoing Education, Certifications, and Industry Involvement | Giesler-Tran Bookkeeping

How We Stay Ahead: Ongoing Education, Certifications, and Industry Involvement Giesler-Tran Bookkeeping (GTB) is committed to excellence through continuous learning and professional growth. Staying at the forefront of bookkeeping and tax services means investing in education, earning certifications, and actively participating in the industry. Continuous Learning Drives Excellence QuickBooks ProAdvisor Certification: We maintain up-to-date QuickBooks […]

How Do You Handle Missing Receipts?

Countdown to Tax Day 0 Days0 Hours0 Minutes0 SecondsDon’t wait—get your books tax-ready with Giesler-Tran Bookkeeping! How Do You Handle Missing Receipts? Missing receipts are a common concern for business owners—especially during year-end catch-up or tax prep. At Giesler-Tran Bookkeeping, we know that life happens and paperwork can slip through the cracks. Here’s how we […]

How to Set Up a Chart of Accounts That Helps Decision-Making — GTB

Build a simple, logical Chart of Accounts (CoA) with clear numeric ranges, concise account names, and limited income/expense buckets—focus on decision-driving categories like gross margin, payroll, and key operating expenses. Keep accounts under 80 for small businesses and use subaccounts for necessary detail. Why the Chart of Accounts (CoA) matters On the go? Listen on The […]

Bookkeeping Ethics: A Guide to Preventing Fraud and Errors | Giesler-Tran Bookkeeping

Bookkeeping ethics: integrity, documentation, segregation of duties, security, and month-end controls to prevent errors and fraud.

A practical guide to bookkeeping ethics—integrity, documentation, segregation of duties, security, and month‐end controls—so you can prevent errors and fraud and stay audit‐ready. What Are Bookkeeping Ethics? A Practical, No‐Nonsense Guide for Owners & Operators A GTB long‐form guide Ethical bookkeeping isn’t abstract—it’s the set of everyday behaviors and controls that keep your numbers accurate, […]

Bookkeeping for Chiropractors — Precision. Compliance. Profit.

Specialized bookkeeping and tax services for chiropractors. Certified experts. Flat-rate pricing, nationwide support, and 4–5x ROI — starting at just $9.99/day.

Specialized bookkeeping and tax services for chiropractors. Certified experts. Flat-rate pricing, nationwide support, and 4–5x ROI — starting at just $9.99/day. Specialized Bookkeeping & Tax Strategy for Chiropractic Practices Nationwide Running a chiropractic practice means balancing patient care, staff management, and compliance — leaving little time for bookkeeping.At Giesler-Tran Bookkeeping, we specialize in helping chiropractors […]