Forensic Cleanup & Reconstruction
We step in when the books are behind, inconsistent, or unreliable. Our cleanup process identifies what’s missing, what’s misstated, and what’s at risk—then reconstructs your financials with evidence, clarity, and audit‑ready support.
What we handle
- Multi‑year cleanup and reconstruction
- Balance sheet correction
- Correcting misclassifications
- Reconcile all accounts
- Identify missing, misstated, or inaccurate records
- Documentation rebuild and audit-ready structure
- Preparing for audits, lenders, or tax filings
Best for
Organizations needing accurate financials, audit preparation, or a fresh start
Monthly Accounting/Bookkeeping
(Audit-Ready Maintenance)
We maintain your books with discipline. Every month closes on time, every balance ties out, and every number is supported.
What’s included
- Monthly bookkeeping (cash or accrual)
- Bank, credit card, and loan reconciliations
- Month/Year‑end close
- Financial statements
- Organized, audit‑ready documentation
- Support for board meetings, leadership reporting, and grant reporting
Best For:
Businesses and nonprofits needing consistent, reliable monthly accounting
Controller‑Level Service
Strategic financial management for organizations that need more than bookkeeping
What’s included
• Oversight of accounting operations
• Month‑end and year‑end close management
• Review of reconciliations and financial statements
• Internal controls oversight
• Documentation standards and audit‑readiness
• Support for board, lender, or funder reporting
• Staff training and accountability system
Best For:
Teams needing structure, accuracy, and accountability.
Fractional CFO Service
Executive‑level financial leadership for organizations that need strategic guidance without the cost of a full‑time CFO.
What we provide
- Financial analysis and performance insights
- Cash flow management and forecasting
- Budget development and monitoring
- Strategic financial planning
- Scenario modeling and long‑term planning
- Preparation for board, lender, or funder meetings
- Support during growth, restructuring, or major decisions
Best For:
Organizations needing strategic clarity, growth planning, or financial leadership.
Interim Financial Services
Organizations experience turnover, transitions, and unexpected staffing gaps — but your financial operations can’t pause. Pennies Count provides interim financial leadership at every level, ensuring your accounting function remains stable, compliant, and audit‑ready while you hire permanent staff.
Our interim services are designed for organizations that need immediate support, structured oversight, and a forensic‑minded approach to financial continuity.
Interim Bookkeeper
What We Do
- Transaction posting
- Reconciliations
- Documentation cleanup
- Coordination with AP/AR
- Support during transitions
Short‑term coverage when your bookkeeper is unavailable.
Interim Accountant
What We Do
- Transaction posting
- Reconciliations
- Month‑end support
- Documentation cleanup
Temporary bookkeeping coverage to maintain daily operations.
Interim Controller
What We Do
- Close management
- Review of financials
- Internal controls oversight
- Staff trainin
Oversight and structure when your controller is unavailable.
Interim CFO
What We Do
- Forecasting
- Strategic planning
- Scenario modeling
- Board/lender reporting
Strategic leadership during transitions or major decisions.
Internal Control Reviews
(Testing-Based Assessment)
Protect your organization with systems that prevent errors, fraud, and financial blind spots. A structured Internal Control Review strengthens your financial foundation and ensures every workflow is audit‑ready.
What we provide
- Walkthroughs of key processes
- Testing of selected controls (sample‑based)
- Evaluation of design vs. operating effectiveness
- Risk scoring and gap analysis
- Corrective recommendations
- Documentation package for leadership, auditors, or boards
Why it matters
Strong controls protect your money, your mission, and your reputation.
Specialty & Added Services
Available as needed to support your operations
- Grant compliance support (nonprofits)
- Sales tax filings
- Payroll setup and oversight (not processing)
- Chart of accounts redesign
- Accounting system migration (QBO, Xero, etc.)
- Month‑end close buildout
- Financial dashboard setup
- Budget creation and monitoring
- Project‑based accounting support
- New business setup (entity guidance, accounting system setup, workflows)
Ideal For
Organizations needing focused, project‑based expertise.
