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I sit between business and technology. I don't code, I build automations that will make money for businesses or save time. I find where AI saves time, cuts costs, or unlocks opportunity — then I build the systems to deliver it. With 25+ years across advertising, operations, and entrepreneurship, I've spent my career solving real business problems. I find hidden profit & operational problems, I create reports & analysis then offer automation and periodic solutions. - Grew a textile company's North America exports from $1M to $6M in 3 years - Increased a $40M ad account's profitability to 30% of agency revenue (generating $4.8M in fees) by automating manual work, adding profitable services, and restructuring pricing - Built Claude-powered tools that accelerated my own content strategy from concept to 2x daily posts I work with: - Agencies needing to add profitable service lines - Business owners wondering what AI actually means for them - Lean teams that need to move at big-company speed Bilingual English/Turkish. Ready to talk? Let's start with a conversation about where the real problems are.

Bookkeeper/accountant and business consultant with 20 years of experience specializing in small businesses and startups. I'm known both personally and professionally for my consistency, clarity, practicality, and focus. I‘m highly motivated, efficient, detail-oriented, and have unparalleled organizational skills. One of my greatest strengths is to develop and implement processes that improve efficiency and solidify company foundations. My work history includes bookkeeping/accounting, HR (hiring and employee onboarding strategy), and business process analysis. My degree is in Business and Organizational Management with a minor in Accounting. I am a certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor. I have extensive bookkeeping experience with: —account reconciliation —creating and analyzing financial reports —tracking sales —AP/AR —financial modeling, projections, and budgeting —clean up of company bookkeeping and financial processes that have been neglected I can help you: —Optimize Financial Operations: Streamline financial processes, conduct thorough account reconciliations, and comprehensive clean-up of neglected bookkeeping— resulting in detailed financial reports for informed decision-making. —Enhance HR Strategies: Provide expertise in small business HR, including hiring strategies and employee onboarding, while analyzing and optimizing processes for efficiency and effectiveness. —Optimize Operational Efficiency: Conduct detailed business process analysis, identifying inefficiencies and implementing tailored strategies to streamline operations, optimizing workflows for enhanced efficiency and cost-effectiveness, contributing to overall organizational improvement. —Assist in Organizational Optimization: Collaborate with your team to reevaluate and optimize existing processes and organizational structure, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and fostering a culture of continuous improvement within your organization. I am proficient with QuickBooks Online, Gusto, GSuite, Microsoft Office Suite, Stripe, and Squarespace. I am a quick learner of new software and systems and can adapt easily to the programs you use. My strong initiative and exceptional time-management skills, combined with my written and verbal communication skills, will allow me to assist you and your business in achieving your goals.

"Lavinia is a strong accountant who excels in adding value to companies. She is a seasoned professional who can tackle accounting cleanup work, balance sheet reconciliations and process improvement. Our clients have noted Lavinia's strengths, especially in the area of process documentation. In addition, Lavinia's systems skills are top notch. She is consistent, reliable and a great communicator." - Allison M. (see testimonials) Are your books behind, unreconciled, or unclear at month-end? I am a Senior Bookkeeper and Accounting Professional with over 20 years of experience across nonprofit, healthcare, manufacturing, and service industries. I specialize in cleanups, reconciliations, month-end close, and financial reporting that helps you finally understand your numbers. I help nonprofits and small businesses get clean, accurate, audit-ready books fast. If your books feel overwhelming, disorganized, or unclear, I bring structure, accuracy, and peace of mind. I don’t just categorize transactions. I deliver clear explanations, reliable reporting, and the “why” behind the numbers so you can make confident decisions. Core Services - Cleanup and catch-up for outdated books - Bank, credit card and balance sheet reconciliations - Month-end close, journal entries and review - Financial statements and monthly reporting packages - Budget vs Actual dashboards (Excel or Google Sheets) - Process improvement & internal controls setups Systems QuickBooks | Xero | NetSuite | Microsoft Dynamics GP/NAV | Sage Intacct | Bill.com | Blackline | Coupa Ready to get started? Send me a message with what you need help with, and I’ll respond quickly with next steps.

I’m a CPA with over 9 years of experience helping businesses manage their accounting needs, including bookkeeping, payroll, sales tax, financial reporting, month-end close, and controller services. I enjoy helping business owners get organized, understand their financials, and feel confident in the numbers behind their business. My goal is not just to prepare accurate reports, but to help clients understand what their financial information means and how they can use it to make better decisions. Throughout my career, I have worked with a variety of businesses, improved accounting processes, and helped train others to become successful accountants. I also have experience teaching college-level accounting courses and creating CPA exam preparation materials, including lessons and practice questions. Whether you need reliable bookkeeping support, help managing your accounting function, or assistance creating accounting content, I bring experience, attention to detail, and a passion for making accounting easier to understand.

Thirty years of experience with bookkeeping, specifically working with QuickBooks. I will efficiently prepare a complete set of financial statements as well as manage accounts payable, receivable, bank reconciliations and staff payroll. Competent in maintaining accurate company-wide financial records and producing timely financial reports. I am also proficient with Microsoft Excel and Office. My goal is to free up your time, so you can concentrate on building your business. A hard worker with a reputation for confidentiality and integrity and responds well to challenges. Proven ability to recognize and resolve discrepancies. Strong planning and organizational skills which result in a significant improvement in financial controls. Attended Columbia College and completed 39 hours in Accounting and business classes. If you are interested in having peace of mind about your financials message me, don't worry - there's no obligation and the goal is to see if we are a good fit to work on your project together. If we are, you will get accurate, and timely financials prepared by an expert that you can rely on. To send me a message, click on the green button at the top right of your screen to "Invite to Job."

Bookkeeper/Paralegal experienced using QuickBooks (online and desktop versions), available to perform all types of paralegal and bookkeeping work including the following: FINANCIAL and BOOKKEEPING: Management of A/R and A/P using QuickBooks • Preparation of year end reports to submit to a CPA for tax preparation • Reconciliation of transactions and bank statements • Payroll and related monthly and quarterly IRS filings • Cleanup of books in chaos due to neglect • Data Entry • Other bookkeeping tasks CASE MANAGEMENT: Calendaring and managing deadlines • Case file review, organization and summary • Correspondence with clients, opposing counsel and the Court • E-filing Court documents DISCOVERY: Medical Records requests, review, organization and summary • Preparation of Discovery requests and responses • Public Records research and retrieval RECORDS MANAGEMENT: Large document sort, organization and review • Chronologies and timelines • Organization and editing of documents using Adobe Pro LEGAL DRAFTING: Preparation of pleadings and motions • Formatting documents • Proofreading and editing contracts and other legal documents DEPOSITIONS: Deposition digests • Document and exhibit compilation and management • Deposition Transcript review and summary LEGAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Management of projects requiring a legal background • Law firm practice management software Integration • CLE course approval through state boards