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FAQ

Common questions.

What owners ask before working with us.

What is the difference between a bookkeeper and a controller?

A bookkeeper records and reconciles transactions and produces clean monthly statements. A controller works one level up — owning the close, checking the numbers are right, and turning them into margin analysis, KPIs, and forecasts that inform decisions.

What size business does Sync Controller work with?

Growing, founder-led businesses that have outgrown basic bookkeeping but don't yet need a full-time finance team. If you want clean books plus someone who can tell you what they mean, that's the fit.

Can I start with just bookkeeping?

Yes. Many clients start with bookkeeping to get clean, reliable monthly books, then add controller services — close, margins, and forecasting — as the business grows.

How is this different from my current accountant or CPA?

A CPA typically focuses on tax filing once a year. Sync Controller works with your numbers every month — keeping the books clean and giving you the ongoing insight to run the business. Tax filing stays with your CPA.

When should I add controller services?

When production is up but you're not sure why profit isn't following, when you can't tell which products or people make money, or when you're planning a hire, a price change, or an expansion and want the numbers behind the decision.

Do you handle taxes?

No. Sync Controller is not a CPA firm and does not provide tax, legal, or investment advice. We keep your books clean and give you controller-level insight; tax filing and tax advice stay with your CPA.

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