Monthly close • Financial reporting • Ongoing finance support
Reliable monthly close + clear reporting for confident decisions
Service businesses and nonprofits rely on me for financial clarity: a consistent close, reliable reporting, and the visibility to lead with confidence.
Deliverable
Close by an agreed date
Reporting
P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow
What consistent financials actually make possible
When your close is predictable and your reporting is clear, the way you lead your business changes.
Plan hiring and spending with real numbers
Stop estimating. Know exactly what you can afford, when, and what the impact looks like before you commit.
Know your cash position at all times
Clear visibility into cash helps you protect runway, plan ahead, and avoid surprises.
Catch problems before they become expensive
See margin shifts, cash changes, and expense spikes early, while you still have time to adjust.
Walk into board meetings prepared
Show up with clean financials, clear trends, and answers to the questions your board is going to ask.
Close on a predictable schedule
A consistent monthly close gives you predictable timing so you can plan forward, not scramble to catch up.
Stop making decisions on outdated information
When your financials are current and reliable, every decision, from pricing to payroll, gets sharper.
What you'll actually receive
A clear, decision-ready view of your business, without the accounting jargon
After each monthly close, you have a simple, focused view of the metrics that actually matter. No 30-page reports or technical language, just clear answers to the questions leadership needs to make decisions and plan ahead.
Profitability
Are we operating profitably?
Understand how revenue, margins, and costs are working together, and whether the business is generating sustainable profit.
Cash Flow & Liquidity
Do we have enough cash and runway?
See your current cash position, how it's changing, and how long your business can operate at its current pace.
Receivables & Payables
Are payments moving the way they should?
Track how quickly money is coming in and going out, so you can avoid bottlenecks and manage timing confidently.
Expense Focus
Where are we spending, and what's changing?
Identify your largest cost areas and spot shifts before they become issues.
Revenue Health
How stable and predictable is revenue?
Understand trends, concentration, and consistency so you can plan ahead with confidence.
For Nonprofits (when applicable)
Are we aligned with our mission and funding?
Track restricted vs. unrestricted revenue, program vs. admin spend, and program-level performance with clarity.
Built on accurate, finalized financials
Your dashboard is based on fully reviewed financials, so every number is reliable and ready to support real decisions.
A monthly review call is included in Reporting + Review and above.
Who you're working with
Sandra DiMarco
I've spent over a decade in finance, growing from staff accountant to VP of Finance, leading monthly close, reporting, and financial operations across multiple industries.
My work has always centered on one thing: turning financial data into clear, reliable information that leadership can actually use.
I also founded a trauma-informed nonprofit supporting foster youth, giving me firsthand experience with the reporting, compliance, and accountability nonprofits require.
ClearClose is how I bring that experience to a small number of organizations, providing consistent financial visibility, structured reporting, and the confidence to make informed decisions without needing a full-time finance team.
Background
- 10+ years in finance, reporting, and operations
- VP of Finance, Travel & Hospitality division
- Master's in Finance, Texas A&M University
- Cornell University, Financial Success for Nonprofits
Packages
Accurate financials, consistent close, and clear reporting for leadership. Choose the level of support that fits.
Monthly Financial Close
Accurate financials and a consistent close delivered on schedule.
$1,250–$1,750 / month
- Accurate, up-to-date financial records you can trust
- Monthly close completed by an agreed date
- Reporting package: P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow summary
- Organized, rules-based transaction management
- Direct access for questions between close cycles
Recommended
Reporting + Review
Clear reporting and a monthly review call so you can make confident decisions.
$1,500–$2,500 / month
- Everything in Monthly Financial Close
- KPI dashboard with 10–12 decision-ready metrics
- Monthly review call (45–60 minutes)
- Light workflow and process improvements
Finance Ops Partner
Ongoing financial clarity, forecasting, and leadership-ready reporting.
$2,500–$3,500+ / month
- Everything in Reporting + Review
- Budget vs actuals tracking
- Light forecasting support
- AR/AP workflow guidance
- Nonprofits: board-ready reporting + program/class tracking
Not sure which package fits?
A short consultation is the fastest way to confirm scope, volume, and the right level of support.
Add-ons (quoted separately)
- Catch-up / cleanup projects
- QuickBooks Online setup
- Chart of accounts cleanup
- Payroll coordination with provider (review-level support only)
- 1099 support (year-end contractor reporting support; non-tax filing)
Two tracks, one approach
The same close + reporting methodology, tailored to your needs.
Service businesses
Profitability, cash, runway, and (when applicable) AR/AP visibility.
Nonprofits
Board-ready reporting, class/program tracking, and restricted vs. unrestricted clarity.
A simple, consistent process
A simple, repeatable process that keeps your financials accurate and your reporting predictable.
Communication & structure
- Clear scope and defined responsibilities from the start
- Communication designed to be consistent and low-friction
- Scheduled check-ins (for Reporting + Review and above)
- Additional support or projects scoped separately in advance
- Reporting delivered after financials are finalized and reviewed
Intake
We align on your systems, scope, and a clear monthly close and reporting schedule.
Kickoff
We align on responsibilities, communication, and what success looks like each month.
Monthly close
Your financials are reviewed, finalized, and closed on a consistent schedule, with any issues flagged early.
Reporting
You receive clear, decision-ready reporting, with optional KPI visibility and a review call where applicable.
FAQ
Quick answers to the most common questions.
What do you need from me each month?
A short, consistent set of inputs: typically access to bank and credit card activity, any off-platform invoices or receipts, and notes on unusual transactions. We align on a simple, repeatable checklist during kickoff so the process stays smooth and predictable.
When will I receive my reports?
We align on a monthly close date during kickoff. Reporting is delivered after financials are finalized, so everything you receive is accurate and decision-ready.
Do you work with messy books?
Yes. If your financials need cleanup or catch-up work, I'll scope that as a one-time project before moving into a consistent monthly close process.
Do you offer payroll or bill pay?
I provide review-level oversight for payroll and AP/AR, ensuring accuracy and smooth operations. Ongoing execution is handled by your team or providers, with additional support scoped separately.
Do you do tax filing?
I focus on accurate financials and year-end readiness, including 1099 support where needed. Tax filing is handled by your CPA or tax preparer, and I coordinate as needed to ensure a smooth handoff.
Book a 15-minute intro call
A quick conversation to understand your current setup, what you need from your financials, and whether this is the right fit.
If it is, I'll follow up with a clear proposal and next steps.
What we'll cover
- Your current financial setup and reporting
- What you need visibility into each month
- Your close timeline and reporting priorities
- Whether there's a strong fit and what next steps look like
Send a quick request
I'll follow up within 1 business day.