QuickBooks Implementation Done Right.
Professional QuickBooks Implementation Services
QuickBooks is the most widely used accounting platform for small and mid-sized businesses,; but incorrect setup is the leading cause of inaccurate reporting, workflow chaos, and expensive year-end cleanups. Most businesses think they just need QuickBooks "set up." What they actually need is strategic QuickBooks implementation that configures the system to run their business correctly from day one. Certum Solutions specializes in professional QuickBooks implementation services that ensure your system is built right, scaled for growth, and actually adopted by your team.
The Problem: Most QuickBooks "Setups" Aren't Actually Implementations
Here's what typically happens when businesses try to implement QuickBooks themselves or hire the wrong consultant:
Common QuickBooks Setup Failures We Fix:
Generic chart of accounts copied from templates (not designed for your business model)
Missing workflow automation (manual data entry everywhere)
Broken integrations (payroll, inventory, e-commerce disconnected)
No class/location tracking (can't see profitability by department or project)
Inaccurate reports from day one (garbage in, garbage out)
Untrained team (nobody knows how to use it correctly)
Month-end close nightmare (takes 15-20 days with questionable accuracy)
Tax time disasters (CPA says "we need to fix your books first")
Sound familiar? You're not alone. These are the exact problems we solve with proper QuickBooks implementation.
What's Included in Our QuickBooks Implementation Services
We don't just "set up" QuickBooks. We implement a complete accounting system designed around how your business makes money.
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Not generic templates. We design your chart of accounts based on:
Your business model and revenue streams
How you need to report profitability
Industry-specific requirements
Tax planning and compliance needs
Management reporting requirements
Why this matters: Your chart of accounts is the foundation of all financial reporting. Get it wrong, and every report will be wrong.
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We configure QuickBooks to automate and streamline:
Accounts Payable:
Bill approval workflows
Automated payment scheduling
Vendor management
Expense categorization rules
Accounts Receivable:
Automated invoicing
Payment reminders
Collections workflows
Revenue recognition rules
Month-End Close:
Checklist automation
Reconciliation workflows
Journal entry templates
Financial close procedures
Result: What used to take 15 days now takes 4-5 days.
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Track profitability the way you actually need to see it:
By Department (Sales, Operations, Admin)
By Location (Store 1, Store 2, Warehouse)
By Project (Client A, Client B, Project X)
By Product Line (Product Category A vs. B)
By Service Type (Consulting vs. Implementation)
Why this matters: "We're profitable overall" doesn't tell you which parts of your business are actually making money.
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QuickBooks shouldn't be an island. We integrate with:
Payroll Systems:
Gusto, ADP, Paychex
QuickBooks Payroll
Time tracking (TSheets, Clockify)
E-commerce & Sales:
Shopify, WooCommerce, Amazon
Square, Stripe, PayPal
Custom shopping carts
Inventory Management:
Fishbowl, Cin7, TradeGecko
QuickBooks Commerce
Barcode scanning systems
CRM & Sales Tools:
Salesforce, HubSpot, Pipedrive
Custom CRM integrations
Proposal and quoting tools
Bill Payment & AP Automation:
Bill.com, Melio
Receipt scanning (Dext, Hubdoc)
Expense management (Expensify)
Each integration saves 10-30 hours per month in manual data entry and reduces errors.
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We don't rush data migration. We do it right.
Migration process includes:
Data Assessment — What data exists and its quality
Mapping Strategy — How old data maps to new structure
Test Migration — Practice run to identify issues
Opening Balance Validation — Ensuring accurate starting point
Historical Data Transfer — Preserving transaction history
Multi-Level Reconciliation — Bank, AR, AP, inventory all verified
Parallel Processing — Run old and new systems simultaneously
Final Cutover — Smooth transition with rollback plan
We migrate from:
QuickBooks Desktop → QuickBooks Online
QuickBooks Online → QuickBooks Desktop
QuickBooks → QuickBooks Enterprise
Other platforms (Xero, FreshBooks, Wave) → QuickBooks
Excel/spreadsheets → QuickBooks
Failed QuickBooks implementations → Clean QuickBooks system
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Your reports should answer business questions, not create more questions.
Standard reports we configure:
Profit & Loss by department/location/project
Cash flow forecasting
Sales by customer/product/channel
Job costing and profitability analysis
KPI dashboards for leadership
Custom reports for board meetings
We also build:
Automated report delivery (daily, weekly, monthly)
Management dashboards
Real-time metrics tracking
Budget vs. actual comparisons
Why this matters: You shouldn't need spreadsheets to understand your business. QuickBooks should tell you everything you need to know.
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Proper security and access control prevent errors and fraud.
We configure:
Role-based access (admin, accountant, bookkeeper, data entry)
Separation of duties (who can enter vs. approve)
Bank account access restrictions
Customer/vendor data privacy
Multi-factor authentication
Backup and recovery procedures
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Implementation fails when teams don't know how to use the system correctly.
Our training includes:
Role-Based Training Sessions:
Accounts Payable Staff — Bill entry, approvals, payments, vendor management
Accounts Receivable Staff — Invoicing, payment processing, collections
Bookkeepers — Daily transactions, reconciliations, basic reporting
Controllers/CFOs — Advanced reporting, month-end close, financial analysis
Leadership — Dashboard usage, KPI tracking, decision-making reports
Training Format:
Live hands-on workshops (not just watch demos)
Recorded video tutorials for future reference
Written process documentation
Quick reference guides
Office hours for questions (first 30 days)
Training Schedule:
Week before go-live: Initial training
Week of go-live: Hands-on support
Week after go-live: Follow-up and Q&A
Post-launch: Advanced training session
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We don't just flip the switch and disappear.
Go-live add on support includes:
Dedicated support during cutover weekend
First week daily check-ins
First month-end close assistance
Troubleshooting and quick fixes
System optimization based on real usage
We consider implementation complete when:
First month-end close runs smoothly (target: 5 days or less)
All reports producing accurate data
Team comfortable with daily workflows
All integrations working correctly
No manual workarounds needed
Intuit Awards & Badges
QuickBooks Versions We Implement
Best for: $500K-$5M revenue | Service businesses | Simple operations | Remote teams
Key Features:
Cloud-based (access anywhere)
Real-time collaboration
Automatic updates
Mobile app access
25+ users supported
Investment: $
Timeline: 6-8 weeks
Ideal Industries:
Professional services
Consulting firms
Real estate
Small retail
Startups
Best for: $5M-$15M revenue | Growing companies | Multi-user | Advanced reporting needs
Key Features:
Everything in Online, plus:
Custom user permissions (up to 25)
Advanced reporting and analytics
Batch invoicing and data import
Dedicated customer success manager
Workflow automation
Investment: $$
Timeline: 6-8 weeks
Ideal Industries:
Growing service businesses
Multi-location retail
Distribution (simple)
Professional services firms
Franchises
Best for: $5M-$50M revenue | Complex operations | Inventory | Multi-location
Key Features:
Everything in Desktop, plus:
Up to 40 simultaneous users
Advanced inventory (lot tracking, barcoding, FIFO)
Advanced pricing rules
Enhanced payroll
Job costing and project tracking
Custom reporting
Multi-location tracking
Investment: $$$
Timeline: 8-14 weeks
Ideal Industries:
Manufacturing
Distribution and wholesale
Construction (complex jobs)
Multi-location retail
Field services
Enterprise Add-Ons We Implement:
Advanced Inventory
Advanced Pricing
Advanced Reporting
Enterprise with Hosting
Best for: $20M-$100M revenue | Multi-entity | Consolidated reporting
Custom enterprise solutions combining:
QuickBooks Enterprise as foundation
Advanced integrations
Consolidated multi-company reporting
Custom development
Dedicated support
Investment: $$
Timeline: 12-16 weeks
QuickBooks Implementation Pricing
We believe in transparent pricing. While every business is unique, there are typical investment ranges of $-$$$$ depending on growth goals, budget, and more. Schedule a free consultation to get a free quote on quickbooks implementation services today.
What's Included in Every Implementation:
✓ Chart of accounts design
✓ Workflow configuration and automation
✓ Class/location/project tracking setup
✓ Integration with 1-3 systems (payroll, e-commerce, etc.)
✓ Historical data migration and validation
✓ Custom report configuration
✓ Role-based team training
✓ Go-live support and first month-end assistance
✓ 30-day post-launch support
What Affects Your Investment?
Complexity Factors:
Number of legal entities and bank accounts
Transaction volume (monthly)
Number of integrations needed (each adds $1,000-$5,000)
Historical data volume to migrate
Custom reporting requirements
Industry-specific needs
Number of users requiring training
Timeline urgency
Additional Services (Optional):
Extra integrations
Advanced custom reporting
Data cleanup (before migration)
Extended training
Ongoing support retainer
QuickBooks Project Recovery Services
Already tried implementing QuickBooks and it didn't work? You're not alone. Failed DIY implementations and bad consultant setups are extremely common. Signs You Need QuickBooks Recovery:
Reports don't make sense — Numbers don't match reality
Month-end close is a nightmare — Takes 15+ days with constant issues
Team won't use it — Still relying on spreadsheets
Integrations are broken — Manual data entry everywhere
CPA says books are a mess — "We'll have to fix this before tax time
Can't track profitability — don't know what's actually profitable
Migration went wrong — Lost data or inaccurate opening balances
Too many workarounds — Band-aids on top of Band-aids
Our QuickBooks Recovery Process
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We diagnose exactly what's wrong:
Chart of accounts structure issues
Workflow breakdowns
Integration failures
Data accuracy problems
Reporting configuration errors
User training gaps
Deliverable: Detailed audit report with findings and recommended fixes
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We present:
Specific problems found
Recommended corrections
Implementation approach
Timeline and investment
Expected outcomes
You approve plan before we proceed.
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We fix the problems:
Chart of accounts restructuring (with historical data preservation)
Workflow rebuilds and automation
Integration repairs or rebuilds
Data cleanup and reconciliation
Report reconstruction
Security and access corrections
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We verify everything works:
Test month-end close process
Validate all reports
Confirm integrations functioning
Check data accuracy
User acceptance testing
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We retrain your team:
Role-specific training on corrected system
New process documentation
First month-end assistance
Ongoing support for 14 days
Get Your QuickBooks System Implemented Right the First Time
Certum Solutions; 15+ years of QuickBooks implementation excellence.
