About Us...

 Hi, I’m Sonya Neale. Before becoming a licensed Bookkeeper, I spent over 20 years managing a high-volume restaurant and banquet center, leading a team of up to 200 and overseeing the preparation of over 4,000 meals on major holidays. It was fast-paced, high-pressure, and deeply rewarding. That experience taught me how to listen to the needs of my customers, monitor my expenses, and adapt under stress.

Quite surprisingly, I was given the opportunity to transition into the world of bookkeeping by supporting a non-profit organization then helping a local television station. It was in bookkeeping that I discovered my desire to help business owners make sense of their numbers, organize their operations, and regain control of their business finances through bookkeeping. I found that what I loved most wasn’t just balancing books—it was empowering people to fulfill their dreams so I created 5 Stone Bookkeeping, LLC.

Today, I’m a Certified Public Bookkeeper licensed through the National Association of Certified Public Bookkeepers (NACPB), a QuickBooks ProAdvisor and a Sage 50 US Edition Certified Accounting Specialist. 5 Stone Bookkeeping is a U.S. based company serving U.S. based companies.  I combine financial expertise with real-world management insight — giving my clients a practical, grounded approach that’s built for results.

As a QuickBooks ProAdvisor and a NACPB member, I’m supported by a nationwide community of experienced professionals, real-time technical guidance, and continually updated regulatory insight.  When you hire 5 Stone Bookkeeping, you’re hiring a business with  backing.

We are a U.S.-based company and are only able to accept clients located within the United States. We've designed our service delivery around a fully remote model, ensuring convenience and accessibility for our clients. 

Upon contacting us, you'll receive a brief questionnaire to gather some initial information about your business. Once submitted, you'll have the opportunity to schedule a Discovery Call with us. This call helps us better understand your specific needs, allows you to ask questions, and helps us both determine if we're the right fit.

Following our conversation, the next step is a thorough Diagnostic Review. This is where we "look under the hood" of your current financial situation to identify areas for improvement and develop tailored recommendations. We'll present these findings to you, along with a Proposal outlining our suggested services and their associated costs.

To complete the Diagnostic Review, we'll need your last three years of tax returns, three months of business bank statements, and temporary accountant access to your QuickBooks Online. There's a minimal charge for this service (see our Service Packages for details).

Upon completion of the Diagnostic Review, you're welcome to use the report as you see fit. However, if you choose to continue with 5 Stone Bookkeeping, the cost of the Diagnostic Review will be applied to your first invoice. If you approve the proposal, we'll send you the Service Agreement and invoice to begin our ongoing partnership.

Please note: For all monthly bookkeeping services, we always start with a comprehensive Diagnostic Review and Cleanup to ensure your financial records are accurate and optimized from the outset. 

Custom packages available for unique businesses

 “Your Accountant is only as good as your books. Make them count!”