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Cheryl M.

Cheryl M.

Fractional Controller for Small Businesses|QuickBooks

Are your books a mess? Behind on reconciliations? Drowning in receipts while trying to run your business? That's exactly what I fix. I'm an experienced bookkeeper and controller specializing in restaurants, hospitality, and small businesses. I bring order to chaotic books, get you caught up fast, and make sure your financials are accurate, organized, and ready for your CPA — every single month. Here's what working with me looks like: ✔ Clean, reconciled books delivered on a consistent schedule ✔ Expenses properly categorized so nothing is missed at tax time ✔ Monthly P&L and financial reports you can actually understand ✔ Clear communication — no jargon, no surprises ✔ QuickBooks Online expertise (ProAdvisor certified) I've worked with [franchised restaurant owners, $15M audio/visual company, PR agency, Real Estate, Realtor, etc. and understand the unique financial challenges that come with your industry. Whether you need ongoing monthly bookkeeping, a one-time catch-up project, or part-time controller support, I can help. I take on a limited number of clients at a time so I can give each one the attention they deserve. If you're ready to stop guessing about your numbers and start making confident business decisions — let's talk.

🇺🇸Tampa, United States$50/hr90% JSS4.00 (1)Since Apr 2026

Earnings and projects

MRR
$1.6k

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#29,723 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#5,910 / 62.1k
Revenue, last 30 days
$980

Last 6 months: $9.6k

World#43,437 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#6,467 / 62.1k
Total earnings
$10k

Billed in all: $10k

World#196,798 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#31,509 / 62.1k
Per project
$3.3k

$3.2k in the last 6 months

World#50,906 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#8,530 / 62.1k
Projects, last 6 months
3
0% fixed100% hourly
World#66,479 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#8,998 / 62.1k
Projects in all
3
0% fixed100% hourly
World#304,140 / 412k
🇺🇸Country#44,018 / 62.1k

Earnings, last 30 days

$10.5k+$980 earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$9.5k$10.0k$10.5kOct 8Oct 23Nov 7

Skill rankings: Top 5% in Restaurant

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  8. #502QuickBooks Online4,703 freelancers · 🇺🇸 #141Top 11%