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Linda Meadows – A native Detroiter, born and raised on the Northeast side. I have an accounting degree and have been in the same field for 40 years. Several years ago, I experienced occupational burnout while working at a high-pressure law firm as an Accounting Manager.
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13 customer reviews
Truce Bokamoso
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Kaone Mokakale
Having a good investment is the best feeling ever. I lost so much money looking for a profitable investment until I met a Forex and Crypto trader who helped me manage my trading account. Mrs Elizabeth Bays is undoubtedly the best Forex and Crypto account manager I've ever seen, who is trusted and reliable. I started my investment with as little as $500 and made a profit of $6,300 within 7 days. I reinvested $1,000 and earned another profit of $11,500 within 7 days. I'm so grateful to Mrs Elizabeth Bays for turning my financial story around, and the only way I can repay him is to recommend him and spread his good works. If you want to make good profits from Stock trading, Forex/Crypto trading as well as Binary options, Mrs Elizabeth Bays is the best account manager you can contact for a life changing experience, there are no hidden charges. You can contact Mrs Elizabeth through Email: elizabethbays70@gmail.com WhatsApp:+1 {609}701-2234 Facebook: Elizabeth Bays More...
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Tabithia Dick
I am so happy I found Linda on bark for my small business bookkeeping needs. For the past few years she has given me the peace and mind that my books are in order. She communicates and completes all task in a timely manner. She also is great at suggesting and identifying better ways to do things and offer suggestions. She is a great bookkeeper and highly recommend her. More...
Cheryl
Linda is great! She works quickly and efficiently and always responds within a day, if not within a few min.
Reply from Meadows Accounting Services
Thanks Cheryl, I appreciate the 5-Star Review
Leslie Mahlmeister
Linda is extremely competent and efficient. In fact, I would characterize her work as lightning fast. She's a pleasure to work with.
Reply from Meadows Accounting Services
Leslie, Thank you for the kind words! I'm glad to hear you're happy with the service.
Gary Zelda
Linda is very organized and knowledgable bookkeeper. She has my business set up better now, than it's ever been in it's twenty two years of existence. Her rates are very affordable and worth every cent. I highly recommend. More...
Reply from Meadows Accounting Services
Gary, I really appreciate the vote of confidence in my business and the services that I provide. I look forward to working with you in the future.
Anna
Linda is a pleasure to work with. Detail-oriented, knows her stuff, dedicated and kind. Can't recommend her enough!
Reply from Meadows Accounting Services
Anna, thank you so much for the 5-Star review! Working with you and Dr. Ansari has been such a pleasure! Linda
Edward Williams
Linda really knows QuickBooks. I needed help just before tax time this spring and she came through . She knows all the ins and outs of QuickBooks. I highly recommend her to any other business owners. More...
Reply from Meadows Accounting Services
Ed, thank you for the 5 star review. I really enjoyed working with you and your wife. Let me know if you ever need my help again
Adam Rodnick
Linda at Meadows accounting is fantastic! She was extremely professional and knowledgeable. She really helped me streamline the accounting for my clinic. I would highly recommend her to anyone! More...
Reply from Meadows Accounting Services
Adam, Thank you for the 5 star review. I’m so glad you were pleased with the service I provided to you and your clinic. Linda Meadows
Tess Brady
Linda Meadows is knowledgeable in her field and very pleasant to work with. She has a reasonable rate which is necessary for a small business. I would highly recommend Meadows Accounting Services for your bookkeeping needs. More...
Reply from Meadows Accounting Services
Tess Thank you for the 5-Star Review. I certainly appreciate your business.
Keja Rivera
Great personality, helpful, easy to work with, and very knowledgeable and continues to meet all expectations in the area of accounting. Overall a great experience working with Linda! More...
Reply from Meadows Accounting Services
Keja Thank you for the 5-Star Review. It's been a pleasure working with your team.
Kathryn Ockerman Collins
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Melissa Dawn Schneider
Meadows accounting services has been doing my taxes and bookkeeping for my business for years. Always accurate and is sure to get the most out of it! Linda is very professional and honest. Highly recommended! � More...
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What kind of accounting services do you provide?
Accounts Payable ~ Accounts Receivable ~ Month/Period End ~ Cash Flow Forecasting ~ Payroll Processing ~ Time Management ~ Organizational Support ~ Daily, Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly and Annual Service Frequency
Why is it so important for businesses to hire a great accountant?
1) As a business owner you should be devoted to strategy, marketing, funding and other key areas that require your focus over the daily operational tasks of a business.
2) You may not know or understand finance or even a working knowledge of accounts payable, accounts receivable and taxes. It’s better that a professional who took courses and was certified in these areas handle those aspects of the business.
3) Work/Life balance - you don't want to burn yourself out.
4) A good bookkeeper can put the financials in order and run reports showing how you are doing each month, where the funds are going and how your efforts are paying off (or might need improving upon). He or she will give you that "big picture" through the numbers being crunched.
5) Escape the tedious aspects of business ~ I happen to enjoy tedious tasks, so it makes sense to hand over these areas to someone who does them -- and does them well
6) Make sure everything is paid on time ~ You don’t want your credit impacted by late or forgotten payments, so put a bookkeeper in charge to give you the confidence that everything has been handled on time.
7) Ensure correct tax filings ~ It’s ideal to find a bookkeeper who can handle taxes a well as payroll and other financial issues.
8) Maintain cash flow ~ I can stay on top of this and send out reminders to make sure your cash flow remains optimal.
9) Resolve conflicts of interest with any business partners ~ A bookkeeper should be the gatekeeper of the money, creating the necessary approval processes that stop partners from just withdrawing money.
10) Reduce the cost of financial obligations ~ Although you may think you save money by doing everything yourself, the fact is that a professional bookkeeper actually saves you more. Plus, your time is money that you could be using toward getting your business running and bringing in the revenue to move to the next level.
What do you love most about your job?
I love tedious work; most people hate it, but I love finding the needle I the haystack. I love having a flexible schedule, since I work from home I can work in the morning and have time to enjoy the day and then work again in the evening.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I realized I was helping other business owners dreams come true, and with the support of my family I too can make my dream of being a business owner come true.
Why should our clients choose you?
I have an accounting degree and have 40 years of experience working in the corporate world as well as CPA firms.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
My focus has always been working remotely, QuickBooks Online (QBO) has made this process extremely helpful especially during the pandemic.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
Zoom and other video conferencing platforms have reduced the need for face-to-face meetings.
Bookkeeping
Daily, weekly, monthly and annual bookkeeping
Accounts Payable
Check Writing; EFT / CC Payments; Invoice Posting; Imaging & File Sharing
Accounts Receivable
Invoicing; Statements; Payment Processing; Interest & Fee Posting; Late Notices; Collections
Month / Period End Processing
Reconciliations of Bank Statements; Reconciliations of Credit Card Statements; Financials Statements; Sales Tax Processing; Work with CPA's
Cash Flow Projections
Weekly Forecast to have enough cash for operating expenses.
Anticipate shortfalls in cash and either plan
your operations accordingly or arrange finance to cover the shortfall.
Determine your borrowing needs and plan for capital
investment.