Growing in Illinois? Keep your finances sharp. RemoteBooksOnline provides dedicated bookkeeping and accountant support to small businesses across Illinois-from setup and monthly closes to catch up and year end prep. Get clear reports, responsive support, and pricing that fits your stage.
Small businesses across Illinois need reliable accounting support that keeps books compliant. Our accountant-driven process includes accurate categorization, structured financial statements, and dependable month-end close. Companies often pair this with accounting services or outsourced bookkeeping for complete financial coverage across the state.
What You Get

Monthly reconciliations & categorized transactions

P&L, Balance Sheet, and cash flow reports

AP/AR support, invoicing, and bill pay (optional)

Tax ready year end package for your CPA

Secure portal + QuickBooks/Xero expertise
First month of bookkeeping free
Client Reviews
We support business owners across the country with reliable, remote bookkeeping. Here’s what a few of them say:
Our Illinois restaurant’s books went from chaos to clean in weeks. CPA said it was the smoothest year-end ever.
Lauren B., Travel Agent
Caught up 18 months of retail transactions in Illinois without a single error.
Matthew R., Plumber
QuickBooks setup for our industry firm in Illinois was flawless.
Kaylee M., Personal Chef
Affordable bookkeeping for our Illinois nonprofit, with grant tracking built in.
Christopher J., Roofing Specialist
Finally understand our cash flow thanks to their monthly reporting.
Emma T., Boutique Owner
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you work with local CPAs in Illinois?
Yes. We coordinate directly with your Illinois CPA or tax preparer, sharing CPA-ready financials so they can file Illinois returns efficiently.
How fast can you clean up back books for a Illinois business?
Most cleanups start within 1–3 days. We’ve caught up industry clients in Illinois by reconciling 12+ months in under two weeks.
What’s included in your monthly bookkeeping for Illinois?
Reconciliations, categorized transactions, P&L, Balance Sheet, cash flow, AP/AR support, and tax-ready year-end packages.
Do you include QuickBooks or Xero?
Yes, most Illinois plans include QuickBooks Online or Xero subscriptions.
Can you handle sales tax for Illinois?
We prepare accurate records and reports for your Illinois filings, making your CPA’s job faster.
What if I have multiple locations or entities?
We consolidate multi-entity data and can track Illinois and out-of-state operations separately.
Is my financial data secure?
Yes, bank-level encryption, secure file sharing, and role-based access.
Do you do payroll for Illinois teams?
Yes, configure pay schedules, benefits, and Illinois-specific compliance.
Can you invoice my customers?
Yes, optional AR services for industry in Illinois.
Do you support inventory or job costing?
Yes, for industry clients, we track inventory and project profitability.
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We support all business types in Illinois
whether you're a solopreneur or managing multiple accounts. Explore our full service suite, including Catch-Up Bookkeeping, QuickBooks Cleanup, Monthly Bookkeeping, and White-Label Bookkeeping. You can also view all Bookkeeping Services Near You or browse our Industry-Specific Solutions.
Across Illinois, many businesses rely on an accountant for taxes but still need help managing everyday bookkeeping. Our services bridge that gap by keeping your financials accurate and updated throughout the year.
Companies statewide often start with Bookkeeping Services, Online Bookkeeping Services, or Monthly Bookkeeping for steady reporting. When books fall behind, Catch-up Bookkeeping is a common choice for Illinois businesses preparing for tax deadlines.
QuickBooks users across the state frequently use QuickBooks Bookkeeping, Cleanup, or Reconciliation Services to correct errors and maintain a healthy file.
Different industries throughout Illinois use our specialized offerings based on their operational needs. Ecommerce sellers often choose Ecommerce Bookkeeping, contractors rely on Construction Bookkeeping, and small businesses use Small Business Bookkeeping for simple monthly maintenance. Service businesses, healthcare practices, restaurants, and freelancers in Illinois each benefit from tailored bookkeeping support.
For companies wanting to avoid internal hiring, Outsourced Bookkeeping and Bookkeeping Outsourcing Service provide full end-to-end coverage. Accounting firms across Illinois also scale production with White Label Bookkeeping or Bookkeeping Under Your Brand.