Part-time bookkeeping services for small businesses in South Orange County — accurate, reliable, and personal.
What I Do
Straightforward bookkeeping support so you can focus on running your business.
Ongoing transaction categorization, bank and credit card reconciliation, and monthly profit & loss reporting — so your books are always current.
Behind on your books? I'll work through your backlog to bring your records up to date — clean, accurate, and ready for tax time.
Clear, readable profit & loss statements and balance sheets that give you a real picture of where your business stands.
Monthly reconciliation of all bank and credit card accounts to ensure your records match your statements and nothing slips through the cracks.
New to QuickBooks Online? I'll get your chart of accounts, products and services, and settings configured correctly from the start.
Full-cycle payroll management for your team — from setup and scheduling to filings and W-2 preparation. Accurate, on time, and fully compliant.
Why Lantern Bookkeeping
I'm Julie Smith, owner and bookkeeper at Lantern Bookkeeping. Based in the Lantern District of Dana Point, I work with small businesses across South Orange County who need accurate books without the overhead of a full-time hire.
With 20+ years of accounting experience and deep familiarity with QuickBooks Online, I bring professional-grade bookkeeping to businesses that deserve it — on a schedule and budget that works for you.
Transparent Pricing
| Service | Rate |
|---|---|
| Initial Cleanup / Catch-Up Bookkeeping | $65/hr (min. 2 hrs) |
| QBO Initial Setup & Chart of Accounts | $350–$500 flat |
| Job Costing / Class Tracking Setup | $200–$350 flat |
| Payroll Setup (new clients) | $150 flat |
| Sales Tax Filing (monthly or quarterly) | $75–$125 / filing |
| 1099 Preparation (per vendor)* | $15/vendor + $50 base |
| W-2 Preparation (per employee)* | $15/employee + $50 base |
| Ad Hoc Consulting / Advisory | $65/hr |
Get in Touch
Whether you're behind on bookkeeping, starting fresh with QuickBooks, or just looking for reliable monthly support — I'd love to hear about your business.