About Us

The bookkeeper
West Philadelphia
actually trusts.

S&C Bookkeeping was built on a simple idea — that small businesses deserve the same quality of financial management that large corporations take for granted.

Work with Sekou

Sekou the Bookkeeper — West Philadelphia's trusted bookkeeper

★★★★★Rated 4.9 · West Philly

"Every business owner deserves to understand their finances — not just survive them."

We believe financial clarity is not a luxury reserved for big companies. When you know your numbers, you make better decisions, sleep better at night and build something that lasts. Our mission is to make that clarity accessible to every small business in West Philadelphia and beyond.

Honesty first

We tell you what your books actually say, not what you want to hear. That's the only way to build real trust.

Precision

Bookkeeping done right means every dollar accounted for. We do not cut corners or estimate where exactness is possible.

Always reachable

You get a real person who knows your business, not a ticket system and a three-day wait.

Growth minded

We set your books up for where you are going, not just where you are. Scalable systems from day one.

Sekou — founder of S&C Bookkeeping, West Philadelphia

Sekou grew up in West Philadelphia and watched too many small businesses in his community struggle - not because they had bad products or services, but because they did not have a clear picture of their finances

5+

Years of experience

50+

Businesses served

4.9★

Google rating

2018
The beginning
Sekou starts freelancing as a bookkeeper for small businesses in West Philadelphia while working full-time in financial services.
2020
S&C is founded
Demand grows to the point where S&C Bookkeeping is officially launched. First five clients sign on within the first month.
2021
QuickBooks ProAdvisor
Sekou earns his QuickBooks ProAdvisor certification, deepening the firm's ability to set up and optimize client accounting systems.
2023
4.9 stars on Google
S&C earns a 4.9-star rating on Google with over 20 verified reviews from satisfied clients across the Philadelphia area.
2024
Growing the community
S&C launches its financial literacy blog to help business owners across West Philadelphia understand their numbers and grow with confidence.

QuickBooks ProAdvisor
Certified by Intuit to set up, optimize and troubleshoot QuickBooks Online for small businesses.

Innovates Financial Management for Businesses

Invoicing Services

Invoicing · Overview

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Invoice Creation & Delivery
Professional invoices created and sent on your behalf so you get paid faster.
✓
Recurring Billing Setup
Automated recurring invoices for retainer clients — zero manual effort on your end.
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Invoice Tracking & Status
Every invoice monitored from sent to paid. Always know what's outstanding.
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Overdue Invoice Follow-ups
We follow up on late payments professionally, protecting your revenue without damaging client relationships.

How We Handle Invoicing

Invoicing · How we do it

We begin by understanding your billing cycle and client agreements, then build a clean invoicing workflow around your business. Every invoice is reviewed for accuracy before it's sent. For recurring clients we set up automated schedules so billing happens on time every month without you lifting a finger. We track every invoice through to payment confirmation and flag anything overdue immediately. Our follow-up process is professional and persistent — written reminders, payment plans when needed, and escalation steps so your cash flow stays healthy.

Tools We Use for Invoicing

Invoicing · Tools we use

QuickBooks Online
Industry-standard invoicing, recurring billing and payment tracking in one platform.
Wave
Free invoicing software ideal for small businesses that need clean, professional billing.
FreshBooks
Automated invoice reminders and late fee enforcement to keep payments on schedule.
Stripe & PayPal
Integrated payment links on invoices so clients can pay instantly online.

What You Achieve With Our Invoicing

Invoicing · Results

Faster Payments
Businesses we work with see an average 40% reduction in days sales outstanding within the first 90 days.
Zero Missed Invoices
Every job billed, every time. No more revenue slipping through the cracks due to forgotten invoices.
Healthier Cash Flow
Consistent billing cycles and proactive follow-ups mean money arrives predictably when you need it.
Hours Back Every Week
Stop chasing payments. We handle it so you can focus on running and growing your business.

How We Handle Accounting

Accounting · How we do it

We connect directly to your bank accounts and financial platforms to pull transaction data automatically. Every transaction is categorized using your chart of accounts, reviewed for accuracy and reconciled monthly. At the close of each period we produce clean financial statements — income statement, balance sheet and cash flow — and walk you through the numbers so you understand exactly where your business stands. At tax time, everything is already organized. We prepare your return with full documentation, identify every eligible deduction and file on your behalf so you never miss a deadline.

Tools We Use for Accounting

Accounting · Tools we use

QuickBooks Online
Full-service accounting, bank feeds, reporting and tax prep in one platform.
Xero
Cloud-based accounting with real-time bank reconciliation and multi-currency support.
Dext (Receipt Bank)
Automated receipt capture and expense categorization, eliminating manual data entry.
TurboTax Business
Accurate business tax filing with audit support and maximum deduction identification.

What You Achieve With Our Accounting

Accounting · Results

Complete Financial Clarity
Know your profit, expenses and tax position at any time — not just once a year.
Maximum Tax Savings
Proper categorization and proactive planning means you keep more of what you earn.
Audit-Ready Books
Clean, reconciled records mean zero stress if the IRS ever comes knocking.
Smarter Business Decisions
Real financial data helps you cut wasteful spending, plan for growth and access financing when you need it.

How We Handle Payments

Payments · How we do it

We take full ownership of your AR and AP cycles. On the receivables side, we track every outstanding balance, send structured payment reminders at 7, 14 and 30-day intervals and escalate when needed. For payables, we organize all incoming vendor bills, confirm amounts and due dates, then schedule payments to go out on time — protecting your credit relationships and avoiding late fees. Payroll is processed on your schedule with full compliance — federal, state and local tax withholdings calculated correctly and employees paid on time every cycle without exception.

Tools We Use for Payments

Payments · Tools we use

Bill.com
Automated AP and AR workflows with approval controls and digital payment processing.
Gusto
Full-service payroll with automatic tax filing, direct deposit and compliance management.
Stripe & ACH
Fast, secure payment collection from clients via card or bank transfer.
QuickBooks Payments
Seamlessly integrated payment processing that reconciles automatically with your books.

What You Achieve With Our Payment Management

Payments · Results

Consistent Cash Flow
Money comes in on time and goes out strategically — your business always has the liquidity it needs.
Zero Late Payment Fees
Every vendor bill paid on schedule. Late fees and strained supplier relationships become a thing of the past.
Happy, Paid Employees
Reliable payroll builds team trust and keeps you fully compliant with labor and tax regulations.
Full Payment Visibility
Know exactly what you owe, what you're owed, and when — at any point in the month.