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Bookkeeping for Small Businesses

You didn't start your business to do the bookkeeping. But I did.

You're the expert at what you do. Let me handle the numbers so you can focus on growing your business and doing what you love.

Small-Business Bookkeeping in the DMV

Why should a small business hire a bookkeeper in Maryland, Northern Virginia, or Washington, DC?

It's essential to have a bookkeeper who knows the rules where you do business. At Bookkeeping Pros, LLC, we help small businesses across Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington, DC keep the records they need for local filings. That might mean getting payroll ready for Maryland’s paid leave program, pulling the numbers for a Fairfax County business license renewal, or flagging a DC contractor payment for review. We keep track of those details throughout the year so you and your CPA have time to address them before a filing is due.

Why Bookkeeping Pros?

Why work with Annabelle Johnson and Bookkeeping Pros?

Bookkeeping Pros, LLC is a Silver Spring, Maryland bookkeeping practice led by Annabelle Johnson. I'm a bookkeeper who works across Maryland, Northern Virginia, and Washington, DC. I can help you keep up with the rules that apply where you sell, where your employees work, and whom you pay. That matters when your business crosses a state or county line.

Protect Your Time

Every hour you spend on bookkeeping is an hour away from your clients. I give you that time back.

I Get Small Business

I specialize in working with small companies — especially women-owned businesses — because I believe in what you're building.

Accuracy You Can Trust

Clean, organized books mean no surprises at tax time. I keep everything sorted out so you can sleep at night.

Stay Organized and Prepared

Know your numbers, know your business. I help you understand where you stand so you can make confident decisions.

Services

What do you need to keep your books in order?

Monthly Bookkeeping

Consistent, reliable record-keeping so your books are always up to date and tax-ready.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

I'll make sure your bills get paid and your invoices get collected — on time, every time.

Tax Preparation Support

Organized financials delivered to your CPA with zero stress and zero scrambling.

Financial Reports

Clear monthly reports that actually make sense, so you always know where your business stands.

Payroll

Stress-free and on-time payroll for your most valuable asset - your employee(s), using an integrated payroll service.

1099 Reports

Accurate and timely preparation of IRS 1099-NEC and 1099-MISC reports to independent contractors, freelancers, and gig workers who are paid for services but are not traditional employees.

Advisory Services

  • Sales tax preparation and analysis
  • Process improvement
  • Fixed asset management
  • Budgeting/Forecasting
  • Tracking KPIs
  • Monthly meetings
  • Profit consulting
  • And anything else that adds additional value to your business

Client Testimonials

What Clients Say

Since that beginning almost 10 years ago Annabelle has further improved our exactness in categorizing transactions and record keeping of our business financial books. As a result we have improved our ability to make meaningful review of our financial and forecast data and information. Now we are able to plan better and make the best decisions possible. We have become better businesspeople at Annabelle’s expert and well practiced hand. And at every step she ensures that we are aligned and compliant with generally accepted accounting practices (GAAP).

Hugh Scher Kanilea Pen Co.

Over the past 10 years, I have been consistently impressed with the professionalism, accuracy, and dedication Annabelle brings to her work. Her services have been indispensable to our business operations and personal well–being. I have confidently referred Annabelle to several other businesses, knowing they will receive the same outstanding support.

Rodney Shirley RJS Architecture + Associates

About Me

A bookkeeper who genuinely loves the work you'd rather not do

I started my bookkeeping business because I saw too many talented business owners who limit their capacity with tasks that don't utilize their genius. You're brilliant at what you do — whether that's design, consulting, baking, therapy, or anything in between — and you deserve a partner who handles the financial side with the same care and expertise.

I don't view accounting as just credits and debits. I view it as the tool you need to make the important decisions in your business – like – can I hire someone? Should I buy this equipment? How much should I pay myself?

I especially love working with women-owned small businesses. I understand the unique challenges you face, and I'm here to make your life easier — not more complicated. No jargon, no judgment, just clean books and clear answers.

No matter your past experience with money, you can be financially literate with the systems and data that I provide you with each month. Let's get started...

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Ready to get your books off your plate?

Let's start with a free, no-pressure chat. I'll learn about your business and show you exactly how I can help.

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