Accounting for restaurants that run on thin margins.
Food cost analysis, location-level P&Ls, payroll for hourly staff, and tax planning — built for restaurants, cafes, bars, and retail businesses across San Diego.
The financial challenges restaurants face every day.
Restaurants run on some of the thinnest margins in business. Every dollar of food cost, labor, and overhead matters — and your books need to reflect that precision.
You don't know your true food cost percentage
Revenue looks good but you're not tracking food cost accurately — and small leaks in COGS are quietly eating your profits every week.
Payroll is a nightmare
Tip reporting, minimum wage laws, tipped minimum wage, and hourly scheduling make restaurant payroll one of the most complex in any industry.
Cash flow is unpredictable
Seasonal swings, slow weeks, and unexpected expenses make it hard to know if you'll have enough to cover rent and payroll next month.
Multiple locations — no unified reporting
If you run more than one location, you need location-level P&Ls to know which spots are profitable and which ones are dragging you down.
Sales tax and tip compliance is risky
Under-reporting tips or miscalculating sales tax across different menu categories can trigger audits and costly penalties.
Your books are always a month behind
You're too busy running service to keep up with bookkeeping — and by the time you look at the numbers, the decisions have already been made.
Three services. One team.
From daily sales reconciliation to tax strategy and CFO-level financial planning — we give restaurant and retail owners the financial clarity to run a tighter operation.
Bookkeeping
Daily sales reconciliation, food cost tracking, and location-level P&Ls — so you always know exactly where every dollar is going.
- Daily & monthly sales reconciliation
- Food & beverage cost tracking
- Location-level P&L reporting
- Inventory reconciliation
- QuickBooks & POS integration
Tax Preparation & Planning
Year-round tax strategy built around restaurant deductions, equipment depreciation, tip reporting compliance, and owner compensation.
- Business tax returns (LLC, S-Corp)
- Tip reporting & FICA tip credits
- Equipment & leasehold deductions
- Quarterly estimated taxes
- Year-round proactive planning
CFO Services
Menu profitability analysis, seasonal cash flow planning, and financial strategy to help you run a leaner, more profitable operation.
- Menu & category profitability
- Labor cost % tracking
- Seasonal cash flow forecasting
- Multi-location financial reporting
- Monthly CFO review calls
A CPA who understands the restaurant business.
We've worked with restaurant and hospitality clients across San Diego — from single-location cafes to multi-unit operations. We know that food cost percentages, labor ratios, and daily cash reconciliation are the heartbeat of your business.
- Licensed CPA — not just a bookkeeper
- Food cost & labor cost tracking built into your books
- Tip reporting & FICA tip credit expertise
- POS integration with QuickBooks Online
- 48-hour response guarantee, always
- Month-to-month — no long-term contracts
Every type of food & retail business.
From fast-casual to fine dining — if you're in the food, beverage, or retail space, we understand your numbers and your margins.
Full Service Restaurants
Fast Casual
Cafes & Coffee Shops
Bars & Breweries
Retail Shops
E-Commerce
Bakeries & Food Trucks
And More
Businesses that trust
Accounting Fresh.
"Accounting Fresh has been a game changer for my small business. David and his team take bookkeeping and accounting off my plate completely and do it with care, accuracy, and attention to detail."
"We had a 12 out of 10 experience with David and his team. They are reliable, organized, efficient, and wonderful to work with. We strongly encourage their services."
"David and his team are extremely knowledgeable, communicative, and very easy to work with. They make taxes and accounting work a breeze."
Financial guides for restaurant owners.
Run a tighter operation. Start with better books.
Schedule a free call with David — a licensed CPA who understands restaurant and retail accounting. We'll review your books and show you exactly what we'd improve.
Whether you have questions about our services or are ready to optimize your business finances, we’re here to help. Fill out the form or contact us directly, and let’s take the first step toward simplifying your bookkeeping and accounting needs.