Outsource Bookkeeping for Musicians: Focus on Music, Not the Math
Being a musician today is more than writing songs and playing shows – it’s running a business. From tracking royalties and merch sales to handling tour expenses and paying taxes, managing your finances can easily become overwhelming.
Download Our Free Brochure →That’s why more musicians are choosing to outsource their bookkeeping.
At RemoteBooksOnline, we help musicians of all kinds – from independent performers to full-time recording artists – stay organized, tax-ready, and financially confident, without sacrificing time or creative energy.
Why Musicians Need Bookkeeping Help
Musicians have unique financial lives. Your income might come from:
- Royalties and streaming
- Live shows and touring
- Merch sales
- Teaching or licensing
- Publishing deals or collaborations
And your expenses can include:
- Gear, instruments, and repairs
- Studio time and software
- Travel and lodging
- Marketing and promotion
- Agent and manager fees
That mix of income types and deductible expenses makes it easy for your books to get out of sync – especially if you’re managing it all yourself.
The Benefits of Outsourcing Bookkeeping for Musicians
1. More Time for Your Music
When professionals handle your books, you get hours back every week. That’s time you can spend creating, rehearsing, recording, or just recharging between gigs.
2. Organized, Clean Books – Always
We help you stay on top of income, expenses, and bank reconciliations. You’ll always know where you stand financially, with reports you can actually use.
3. Industry-Specific Expertise
Our team understands how musician finances work – from tracking royalties to logging show-related expenses. We categorize your activity properly, making tax time simple and accurate.
4. CPA-Ready and Tax-Time Smooth
No more scrambling before tax season. We keep everything clean and categorized so you or your accountant can file quickly and correctly – with all deductions in place.
5. Support for Growth
As your music career grows, so do your finances. Whether you’re launching a label, joining a group, or touring internationally, your bookkeeping needs will grow too. We scale with you.
Test Case: Independent Artist in Nashville
Artist: Mia B.
Genre: Country/Folk
Problem: Gig income, royalty checks, merch sales, and PayPal transfers across four platforms – with no bookkeeping in place.
Solution: RemoteBooksOnline categorized and reconciled all prior transactions, created monthly reports, and now handles all ongoing bookkeeping.
Result: Books are clean, taxes filed on time, and Mia can focus on her debut EP and upcoming tour.
What We Handle for You
- Monthly bookkeeping
- Income and expense tracking
- Bank and credit card reconciliation
- Music-specific categorization (royalties, merch, gigs)
- Year-end tax prep and CPA collaboration
- Catch-up bookkeeping if you’re behind
Frequently Asked Questions
I’m not a full-time musician – can I still use your service?
Yes. We support part-time, gig-based, and full-time musicians across all genres and income levels.
Do you support QuickBooks or Wave?
Yes. We work with QuickBooks, Xero, Wave, and even manual spreadsheet-based setups.
How much does it cost?
Plans start at $150/month depending on volume. Your first month is free.
I’m behind on my books – can you help me catch up?
Absolutely. We specialize in catch-up bookkeeping.
Will I get reports?
Yes. You’ll receive regular P&L, balance sheet, and custom reports on request.
Let the Pros Handle the Paperwork – You Handle the Music
Whether you’re behind on bookkeeping or just tired of managing it all yourself, RemoteBooksOnline can help. We’ve helped thousands of small business owners – including musicians – get back in control of their finances without missing a beat.
Start your free month today and let us help you stay in tune with your financials.
