Bookkeeping, Consulting, AIS Implementation and Tax Services for Small Business

Helping business owners simplify their finances and scale confidently

Expert-led support
Transparent pricing, no surprises
Seamless tools that save you time

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Proudly serving MD, VA, DC and the surrounding communities

S. Ashley Cloude, CPA

QuickBooks ProAdvisor

Our Services

What We Offer

Bookkeeping

Keep your financials organized with accurate, timely bookkeeping. We manage the details, so you can concentrate on driving your business forward.

Account & Ledger Management

Simplify your financial tracking with precise account and ledger management. We accurately record every transaction, providing you with a clear, real-time view of your business’s financial health.

Tax Preparation & Planning

Strategic year-round, tax support to minimize liability, maximize savings, and ensure stress free compliance.

Cash Flow Management

Maximize your cash flow and make confident financial decisions with our expert management services. We help you maintain liquidity, optimize resources, and strategically prepare for sustainable growth.

Payroll Management

Keep your team happy with timely and accurate payroll services. We manage payroll processing, deductions, and compliance, ensuring your payroll runs smoothly.

Back-Office & Virtual CFO Services

Gain strategic financial guidance with our virtual CFO and back-office support. From budgeting to financial planning, we act as an extension of your team to support informed decision-making and business growth.

About Us

Experience You Can Rely On, Service You Can Trust

At Cloude Accounting, we help small business owners take control of their finances with ease and confidence. We know how overwhelming accounting can feel when you're focused on running and growing a business — that’s why we offer practical, affordable solutions designed to simplify your financial life.

Our subscription-based model and smart automation cut out the complexity and cost of traditional firms, giving you access to expert bookkeeping, reporting, and strategic support — without the overhead. With Cloude Accounting, you gain more than a service provider; you gain a partner invested in your success.

“We handle your accounting, so you can handle your business”

Lead Accountant

S. Ashley Cloude, CPA

Certified Public Accountant

QuickBooks ProAdvisor

How it works

Our Process

Personalized Consultation

What you do:

Book a consultation through our website. Prepare to discuss your current financial setup, challenges, and goals.

What you get:

A 30-minute discussion with us to review your needs and explore how we can help. By the end, you’ll have a recommendation for a service package tailored to your business.

Timing:

Immediate booking, with a consultation scheduled within 1-3 business days.

Customized Plan & Onboarding

What you do:

Choose your package and provide any required documentation (e.g., recent financials, transaction history). We’ll guide you on what to gather and help ensure secure access to your accounts.

What you get:

A personalized service plan detailing the bookkeeping and financial management tasks we’ll handle for you. Expect an onboarding checklist with clear, actionable steps, as well as a setup confirmation.

Timing:

Onboarding usually takes 3-5 business days after the consultation to set everything up and confirm access.