Finally, Bookkeeping That Makes Sense for Creative Entrepreneurs
Stop losing sleep over your finances. We know numbers and creatives and we'll help you understand your business without boring you to death.
Are you a creative entrepreneur who breaks out in a cold sweat every time someone mentions "bookkeeping or taxes"?
You're not alone.
If you're the type of person who thrives on big ideas, connecting with people, and bringing your vision to life (but would rather do literally anything else than reconcile bank statements), you've found your financial safe haven.
The problem isn't that you're "bad with numbers" – it's that most accountants don't understand how creative minds work.
The Creative Entrepreneur's Financial Nightmare.
You started your business to follow your passion, not to become a part-time accountant. But here you are, facing these all-too-familiar struggles:
✗ "Do I have the money for this?" – You want to invest in that new marketing campaign or hire help, but you honestly have no idea if you can afford it
✗ Tax season terror – Every year it's the same scramble through shoebox receipts, missing documents, and that sinking feeling you're forgetting something important
✗ Surprise tax bills – Nothing ruins your day quite like discovering you owe thousands more than you expected (again)
✗ The deduction guessing game – Can you write off that coffee meeting? The home office? That online course? You're flying blind
✗ Profit mystery – You're working harder than ever, but you honestly don't know if you're actually making money
✗ Bookkeeping avoidance – Those QuickBooks notifications keep piling up because, let's face it, you're just not a details person
Sound familiar? You're not broken. You just need someone who gets how your brain works.
What If Managing Your Finances Could Actually Feel... Easy?
Imagine this instead:
✓ Crystal-clear money decisions – You know exactly how much you can spend on that new opportunity because you have a budget that actually makes sense
✓ Stress-free tax seasons – Your quarterly payments are handled, your records are organized, and you sleep soundly knowing everything is ready
✓ No more financial surprises – You see your tax liability coming from miles away (and you've already saved for it)
✓ Confident deduction decisions – You know exactly what you can and can't write off, maximizing your savings legally and safely
✓ Profitable clarity – You can see at a glance whether your business is thriving, struggling, or just coasting
✓ Less than 1 hour per month – Your books stay current and loan-ready without eating up your precious creative time
This isn't fantasy. This is what happens when you work with someone who understands both the numbers AND the creative mind behind the business.
Why Other Accountants Miss the Mark (And Why We Don't)
Most accountants try to understand your business’s numbers.
We do something completely different: We understand YOU first, which allows us to help YOU understand your business.
Here's the thing – I've been married to a highly creative builder and maker and artist for 8 years (a Myers-Briggs ENFP for those guessing). I've watched her build a successful YouTube channel and launch creative side hustles. I've seen firsthand how brilliant creative minds work... and how traditional financial and business advice completely misses the mark.
My Story: From Family Business Kid to Living With Creativity
I didn't just study business – I lived it. Growing up with a dad, mom, and grandparents who all ran small businesses, I was the kid helping with invoices and watching the daily struggles of entrepreneurship up close.
Then I got my MBA and became an Enrolled Agent, learning all the "proper" ways businesses should handle their finances. But something was missing.
The breakthrough came at home.
Watching my wife navigate her creative ventures, I realized that everything I'd learned in business school assumed everyone thinks like an accountant. But creative entrepreneurs don't. They see possibilities where others see spreadsheets. They build relationships where others see transactions.
That's when I cracked the code: Stop trying to turn creative people into accountants. Instead, become the accountant who speaks their language.
For the past 3 years, I've been perfecting this approach with micro and small business owners just like you. The results speak for themselves:
“Jed is a great professional to work with, and a great addition to my business.” - Sam Bullard
"Super easy to work with! Made starting a business/owning a business a lot less daunting. Highly recommend!" - Sophia B.
“Jed is a great professional to work with, and a great addition to my business.” - Sam Bullard "Super easy to work with! Made starting a business/owning a business a lot less daunting. Highly recommend!" - Sophia B.
"A quick and easy process. Thank you for a quick turnaround with a small time frame. I highly recommend Jedrick and his service..." - Hans H
"Super helpful and knowledgeable!" - Samantha H.
"A quick and easy process. Thank you for a quick turnaround with a small time frame. I highly recommend Jedrick and his service..." - Hans H "Super helpful and knowledgeable!" - Samantha H.
"As a sole proprietor with multiple sources of income, I was overwhelmed with how to manage my finances and bookkeeping. Jed was great and helped me get off to a great start for this year!" - Anna H.
"Jed and his staff are exactly what they advertise and they are outstanding at delivering what they say. We notice that responses from Autarky are quick, on time accurate, clear and practical." - Vice President, General Manager ATB Performance.
"As a sole proprietor with multiple sources of income, I was overwhelmed with how to manage my finances and bookkeeping. Jed was great and helped me get off to a great start for this year!" - Anna H. "Jed and his staff are exactly what they advertise and they are outstanding at delivering what they say. We notice that responses from Autarky are quick, on time accurate, clear and practical." - Vice President, General Manager ATB Performance.
What Our Clients Are Saying
"Autarky Bookkeeping have been an extremely helpful asset to my business, they've helped me save money and set up systems that have ensured that my business was prepared for tax season, and every day function. I would definitely recommend Autarky Bookkeeping to any small business owner looking to get more control over their finances." – Sam
"As a sole proprietor with multiple sources of income, I was overwhelmed with how to manage my finances and bookkeeping. Jed was great and helped me get off to a great start for this year!" — Anna
"Jed and his staff are exactly what they advertise and they are outstanding at delivering what they say. We notice that responses from Autarky are quick, on time accurate, clear and practical. Jed has saved us enough time and mistakes that the fees we pay are exceptionally reasonable and we are glad to pay them. They do what they say they will do and they do it very well." — ATB
Two Paths to Financial Freedom (Choose Your Adventure)
Whether you're just starting out or ready to scale, we meet you exactly where you are:
Path 1: The "Teach Me" Route
Done-With-You Training Program Perfect for businesses earning $0-$100K who have more time than money
What you get in 3-6 months:
Complete QuickBooks Online setup (no more staring at blank screens)
Step-by-step bookkeeping training designed for non-numbers people
Small business tax education that actually makes sense
The confidence to manage your own books (until you're ready to hand them off)
Investment: one-time, no need to commit to another recurring subscription
Think of this as your financial training wheels – we'll teach you everything you need to know, then be here when you're ready to graduate to full service.
Path 2: The "Do It For Me" Route
Monthly Bookkeeping & CFO Services Perfect for businesses ready to focus on growth while we handle the numbers
Choose your level:
Essential Package – Clean books, tax ready, basic reporting, and quarterly reviews
Growth Package – Everything above, plus budgeting, Payroll, sales tax management, and monthly reviews
Full CFO Experience – Complete financial leadership, including strategic planning, forecasting, and advisory support
Your books stay current, your taxes stay compliant, and you stay focused on literally anything else.
Are You ready to do this?
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Ready to Stop Dreading Your Finances?
Here's what happens next:
Step 2: We'll send you helpful tips designed specifically for creative, non-numbers people (no boring accounting jargon, promise)
Step 3: When you're ready, we'll have a conversation about which path makes sense for your business right now
The Alternative?
Without action, you risk:
Tax season panic and missed deductions
Costly penalties for overlooked filings
Financial uncertainty that limits your growth
Don’t let these challenges hold you back. Take control of your business finances today.
Get Your Free guide that they should have given you with your business license.
This guide translates the financial stuff into language that actually makes sense for creative entrepreneurs.
I created this guide because I can't go back in time and save the business owners who've already made these expensive mistakes, but I can help you avoid them entirely.
In this free 30-page guide, you'll discover:
✓ The difference between business expenses and tax deductions (this trips up 90% of new business owners)
✓ Why separating your finances TODAY could save you from expensive mistakes later
✓ The simple tracking system that takes 5 minutes but saves thousands
✓ How much to set aside for taxes so you're never caught off guard
✓ The records you MUST keep (and the easy way to do it)