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Accounting & CFO Services for Cleaning Businesses
You’re an expert at making spaces spotless, keeping clients happy, and managing teams. But when it comes to handling cash flow, tracking expenses, and managing taxes, things can get complicated—fast.
Between payroll, equipment costs, unpredictable revenue cycles, and tax obligations, staying on top of your books can feel like a second full-time job.
At Straight Talk CPAs, we help cleaning service businesses, commercial cleaning companies, and janitorial businesses take control of their finances. Need to cut taxes, stabilize cash flow, or scale your cleaning business? We’ve got you covered.
Imagine knowing exactly where your money is going, lowering your tax bill, and having steady cash flow—even in slow seasons.
The Biggest Financial Challenges for Cleaning Businesses
If you’ve been in the cleaning business long enough, you’ve likely faced one (or all) of these challenges:
- Inconsistent Cash Flow – Some months, you’re fully booked. Other months, client payments are delayed. How do you maintain financial stability?
- Equipment & Supply Costs – Vacuums, cleaning solutions, disinfectants, and vehicle maintenance—it all adds up. Sudden repairs? Even worse.
- Payroll & Contractor Payments – Managing W-2 employees, part-time cleaners, and 1099 subcontractors while staying compliant can be a nightmare.
- Surprise Tax Bills – You work hard all year, only to get hit with an unexpected tax bill.
- Pricing & Profitability Confusion – Are you charging enough for your services to cover costs and still turn a solid profit?
Sound familiar? You’re not alone. We help cleaning businesses overcome these financial hurdles—without the stress.
How We Help Cleaning Businesses Stay Profitable
We’re more than just tax preparers—we’re your financial partner, helping you grow your cleaning company without the headaches.
- Smarter Tax Planning – We ensure you claim every deduction—cleaning supplies, equipment, vehicles, marketing, employee training, and slow-season expenses—so you keep more of your earnings.
- Cash Flow Management – No more feast-or-famine months. We help you set up structured billing, recurring contracts, and forecasting to maintain steady revenue year-round.
- Choosing the Right Business Structure – Should you be an LLC, S-Corp, or something else? We make sure your business is structured in the most tax-efficient way.
- Payroll & Subcontractor Management – Whether you have full-time employees or hire independent cleaners, we handle payroll taxes, compliance, and contractor classifications so you stay out of trouble.
- Growth & Expansion Planning – Thinking about hiring more cleaners, investing in new equipment, or expanding into commercial cleaning? We’ll build a financial roadmap that helps you scale—without financial stress.
We keep your financials accurate, organized, and up to date.
Expert financial guidance beyond just bookkeeping.
Year-round tax strategies to lower liabilities and avoid surprises.
No more tax season stress—your returns will be accurate, deductions maximized, and compliance covered.
Get CFO-level insights without the full-time cost—cash flow management, pricing strategy, and profitability planning included.
Maintain audit-ready financial records so you always know where your money is going.
Success Stories from Cleaning Contractors
Michael, Residential Cleaning Business Owner
Michael struggled with inconsistent cash flow and tax surprises. We helped him set up recurring client billing and a tax strategy, ensuring predictable income—even during slow months. Result? $14,800 saved in taxes last year.
Sophia, Commercial Cleaning Company Owner
Sophia’s company grew quickly, but payroll, taxes, and compliance became overwhelming. We streamlined her accounting and payroll systems, ensuring compliance across multiple job sites. Result? $39,250 in tax savings.
Whether you run a residential cleaning service, a janitorial business, or a commercial cleaning company, we help you build a business that’s profitable and scalable.
Why Cleaning Businesses Trust Straight Talk CPAs
✔ We Know the Cleaning Industry – We understand equipment costs, seasonal slowdowns, cash flow struggles, and subcontractor payments.
✔ Custom Financial Strategies – No cookie-cutter solutions. We create tailored financial strategies based on YOUR business model and goals.
✔ More Than Just Accounting—We Help You Scale – We don’t just balance books; we help you increase cash flow, optimize pricing, and boost profitability.
It’s time to stop stressing over finances—and start growing your cleaning business with confidence.
Take Control of Your Cleaning Service Business’s Finances Today
Your business deserves more than just a tax preparer—you need a financial partner who helps you stay profitable, pay less in taxes, and grow with confidence.
✔ No more cash flow headaches
✔ No more surprise tax bills
✔ No more stress about payroll or pricing
Schedule a free consultation today, and let’s build a financial strategy that keeps your cleaning business thriving—year-round.
