Business Details
31 Years
experience
Expert Bookkeeping for Hospitality Businesses
Aurora Bookkeeping & Consulting has provided expert bookkeeping and consulting services to the hospitality industry since 1995. Founded in Anchorage, Alaska, and now based in Fredericksburg, Texas, we specialize in cloud-based financial solutions tailored to restaurants, cafes, bars, and other hospitality businesses. Our owner, Michael McClellan, an Advanced Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor with decades of experience, leads a team dedicated to streamlining financial systems for small businesses nationwide. We leverage cutting-edge technology like QuickBooks Online, Dext, and Financial Cents to deliver real-time financial insights and seamless operations. Recognized as a 2023 - 2025 Woodard Top 50 CAS Practice and 2024 - 2025 Insightful Accountant Top 100 ProAdvisor, we combine industry expertise with personalized service.Our three-tiered bookkeeping plansPlatinum, Gold, and Silvercater to diverse business needs, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and actionable reporting. We empower clients through our FREE Business Health Assessment, identifying bottlenecks and providing actionable roadmaps for growth. With a focus on the hospitality sector, we integrate POS systems, automate payroll via ADP, and offer time-tracking solutions to reduce administrative burdens. Our client-centric approach prioritizes transparency, reliability, and long-term partnerships, ensuring businesses thrive financially. By handling complex financial workflows, we enable owners to focus on their core operations while maintaining confidence in their financial health.
Services
Bookkeeping & Financial
Payroll Management
Business Advisory
QuickBooks Support
Financial Cents
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We specialize in hospitality industry financial systems with 25+ years of experience.
- Our Advanced Certified ProAdvisor status ensures cutting-edge QuickBooks expertise.
- We offer tiered service plans tailored to businesses of all sizes and needs.
- Our FREE Business Health Assessment identifies actionable growth opportunities.
- We integrate POS systems, payroll, and cloud technology for seamless operations.
Associations and certifications
- QuickBooks ProAdvisor
- Woodard Top 50 CAS Practice
- Insightful Accountant Top 100 ProAdvisor
What people say
Hard worker
Effective leader
Extensive knowledge
Immediate answers
Thorough approach
Services
Bookkeeping & Financial
We maintain organized, accurate financial records with key reporting tailored to hospitality businesses. Our cloud-based systems provide real-time insights into cash flow, profitability, and tax compliance. By automating data entry and reconciliation, we ensure clarity and efficiency for informed decision-making.
Payroll Management
We handle payroll processing, tax filings, and employee payments with precision. Integrating ADP solutions, we automate deductions, direct deposits, and compliance reporting. This ensures timely, error-free payroll while reducing administrative burdens for business owners.
Business Advisory
We optimize operations through frameworks targeting five critical business areas. Our advisory services include workflow analysis, profitability strategies, and technology integration. By identifying bottlenecks, we create roadmaps for sustainable growth and financial stability.
QuickBooks Support
As Advanced Certified ProAdvisors, we configure and support QuickBooks Online and Desktop. Our expertise includes POS system integration, bank feed optimization, and custom reporting. We train clients to leverage software tools for maximum efficiency and data accuracy.
Financial Cents
This platform streamlines communication and task management between clients and our team. It provides secure document sharing, automated reminders, and progress tracking. Financial Cents enhances transparency, ensuring timely service delivery and organized financial workflows.
People
Michael McClellan
Owner
Michael McClellan, owner of Aurora Bookkeeping & Consulting, is an Advanced Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor with 25+ years of experience. He specializes in hospitality financial systems, cloud technology integration, and small business growth strategies. Michael focuses on simplifying bookkeeping to help clients thrive.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We focus exclusively on the hospitality industry, including restaurants, cafes, bars, and ice cream shops.
How do you help businesses save time?
We automate bookkeeping tasks using cloud technology, integrate POS systems, and streamline payroll processes to reduce manual work.
Are you a CPA firm?
No, we are bookkeeping and consulting specialists. We provide year-round financial support and refer clients to CPAs for tax preparation.
Do you offer a free consultation?
Yes, we provide a free 15–30 minute consultation to discuss your needs and recommend the best service plan.
What technology do you use?
We use QuickBooks Online, Dext for automated expense tracking, and Financial Cents for client communication and task management.
