When the Numbers Can't Be Trusted, We Help Restore Trust
Financial cleanup services for businesses, dealerships, contractors, and organizations.
Most accounting problems do not happen overnight.
They build slowly through staff turnover, rapid growth, lack of oversight, software conversions, incomplete reconciliations, and years of unresolved accounting issues.
Whether your books are months behind or your balance sheet contains years of unexplained balances, Travis Hawk Accounting Solutions helps restore accuracy, accountability, and confidence in your financial reporting.
Common Signs You Need Financial Cleanup
Many business owners know something feels wrong long before they know exactly what the problem is.
- Financial statements do not make sense
- Cash balances do not match expectations
- Bank reconciliations are behind
- Balance sheet accounts contain old unresolved balances
- The CPA is asking difficult questions
- Prior accounting staff left without explanations
- Accounts receivable or payable reports are inaccurate
- Intercompany accounts do not balance
- Month-end close has become painful or inconsistent
- Ownership has lost confidence in the numbers
If any of these situations sound familiar, financial cleanup may be necessary before additional reporting, budgeting, or strategic planning can occur.
What Financial Cleanup Includes
Every cleanup project is different, but most engagements focus on identifying problems, determining root causes, and restoring accurate financial records.
Common Areas of Cleanup
- Bank account reconciliations
- Credit card reconciliations
- Accounts receivable cleanup
- Accounts payable cleanup
- Balance sheet account analysis
- Intercompany reconciliation
- Inventory reconciliation
- Fixed asset review
- Loan and debt account verification
- Payroll liability review
- Financial statement correction
- Chart of accounts restructuring
- Historical account research
- Documentation and audit support
Common Cleanup Projects
Financial Statement Recovery
Correcting inaccurate financial statements and restoring confidence in reporting.
Balance Sheet Cleanup
Investigating and resolving old balances that have accumulated over time.
Bank Reconciliation Recovery
Bringing reconciliations current and identifying unexplained differences.
Intercompany Cleanup
Researching and reconciling balances between related entities.
Controller Transition Cleanup
Helping businesses recover when key accounting personnel leave unexpectedly.
Dealership Accounting Cleanup
Resolving CIT, schedules, floorplan balances, receivables, and accounting office issues.
Why Financial Cleanup Matters
They affect:
- Cash flow decisions
- Tax preparation
- Loan applications
- Banking relationships
- Business valuations
- Ownership confidence
- Internal accountability
- Strategic planning
The longer accounting issues remain unresolved, the more difficult and expensive they become to correct.
Why Work With Travis Hawk
Many accounting firms focus on preparing reports.
Few specialize in fixing broken accounting records.
Travis Hawk brings more than 30 years of accounting leadership experience, including controller and CFO roles responsible for multi-location businesses, dealership groups, and organizations generating more than $1.1 billion in annual revenue.
Throughout his career, Travis has been repeatedly called into situations involving:
- Accounting department turnover
- Financial reporting problems
- Reconciliation issues
- Process failures
- Internal control weaknesses
- Multi-entity accounting challenges
- Dealership accounting recovery projects
His focus is not simply producing reports. His focus is helping organizations understand what went wrong, correcting the issues, and building processes that prevent those problems from returning.
Industries Served
- Small businesses
- Contractors and construction companies
- Property management companies
- Professional service firms
- Multi-location businesses
- Independent dealerships
- Dealer groups
- Non-profit organizations
What Happens Next
Step 1
Initial Financial Review
We discuss your concerns, review available information, and identify likely problem areas.
Step 2
Assessment
Accounts are reviewed to determine the scope of cleanup required.
Step 3
Cleanup Plan
A clear action plan is developed with priorities, timelines, and expectations.
Step 4
Recovery & Reporting
Accounts are corrected, reconciled, documented, and prepared for ongoing management or CPA support.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far back can cleanup projects go?
Many projects involve multiple years of accounting records. The scope depends on the issue and desired outcome.
Can you work with my CPA?
Yes. Cleanup projects frequently involve coordination with existing CPA firms, tax preparers, lenders, and auditors.
Do I need to switch bookkeeping systems?
Usually not. Most cleanup projects are completed using existing accounting software and records.
Can cleanup projects lead to ongoing bookkeeping or controller services?
Absolutely. Many clients choose ongoing support after the cleanup is complete to help prevent future issues.
Contact Us
Not Sure If Your Books Need Cleanup?
If you're questioning the accuracy of your financial statements, struggling with reconciliations, or simply no longer trust the numbers, let's have a conversation.
We'll review your situation, discuss potential solutions, and determine whether Financial Cleanup, Bookkeeping, Controller Services, or Dealership Consulting is the best fit.
Travis Hawk Accounting Solutions | Summit Business Solutions LLC
405-850-4776 Call or Text travis@travishawk.com
