When Hourly Bookkeeping Creates Unpredictable Costs
The Solo Electrician Who Needed Predictable Pricing
This is a fictional case study created to illustrate how unpredictable hourly bookkeeping can affect a small business owner and how fixed‑price bookkeeping can solve the problem
The Situation
A self‑employed electrician had been relying on an hourly bookkeeper. Some months the invoice was $150, other months it jumped to $600. With no consistency, budgeting became a monthly guessing game.
The Challenges
Bookkeeping costs that changed every month
No clarity on what was being billed
Stress and uncertainty around cash flow
A desire for a simple, stable, predictable solution
The Shingatok Approach
After reviewing the electrician’s financial activity, it was clear that the transaction volume was low and steady. Based on that, we recommended the Starter package, which offers:
Fixed monthly pricing
Bank reconciliation
Basic monthly reporting (Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Trial Balance, General Ledger)
No surprises. No guesswork. Just stability.
The Outcome
Predictable monthly bookkeeping costs
Easier cash‑flow planning
Clear, consistent financial reporting
Relief from the stress of fluctuating invoices
Why It Matters
Fixed pricing isn’t just a billing preference it’s a form of financial stability for small business owners. When you know exactly what your bookkeeping will cost each month, you can plan confidently, avoid surprises, and focus on running your business.
