We Fix Money Problems for Contractors
Most contractors are flying blind with their finances. They don't know which jobs make money. They don't know where their cash is going. We fix that.
Imagine finally feeling confident about your numbers—not stressed.
Built for $500K–$10M Construction CompaniesWhy We Started This (Hint: We Got Mad)
Here’s what kept happening: skilled builders—people who do incredible work—couldn’t pay their bills. Not because they weren’t landing jobs. Because nobody was showing them where the money actually went.
Their bookkeeper was focused on taxes. Meanwhile, $28K in change orders sat approved but never invoiced. Retainage was a mystery. Cash flow was a prayer. And the P&L? It said “profitable” while the bank account said “good luck making payroll Friday.”
So we built something different. Not “better bookkeeping.” A financial system designed around how construction actually works—job costing by phase, change order capture, progress billing, retainage tracking, and cash flow forecasting that doesn’t require a crystal ball.
The result? Contractors who finally know their numbers. Who can look at a project and tell you exactly what it made (or lost). Who have cash in the bank instead of cash flow anxiety.
That’s what Salisbury Bookkeeping does. We give contractors control over their money—and the peace of mind that comes with it.
We Saw the Problem
Great contractors struggling financially—not from bad work, but from zero financial visibility. Their bookkeepers tracked taxes, not profits.
We Built the Fix
A financial system built for construction: job costing by phase, WIP tracking, retainage management, and cash flow forecasting that actually works.
We Connected Everything
Integrated Buildertrend, Procore, CoConstruct, and Knowify with QuickBooks. No more double entry. One source of truth.
Now We Serve Contractors Nationwide
From Utah to Florida, cloud-based so we work wherever you build. Every client tells us the same thing: “I finally know what’s going on.”
The Difference We Make
Here’s what changes when you stop flying blind and start flying with instruments.
✕ Before Salisbury Bookkeeping
- Change orders approved but never invoiced
- “Profitable” P&L but empty bank account
- No idea which jobs actually make money
- Retainage sitting uncollected (surprise!)
- Financials weeks behind reality
- Bidding future jobs based on gut feel
✓ After Salisbury Bookkeeping
- Every change order captured and invoiced
- Real cash in the bank—not just paper profits
- Job profitability visible in real time
- Retainage tracked to the penny
- Weekly reports you actually understand
- Historical data that makes your bids sharper
What We Actually Do (The Short Version)
Construction Only. Period.
We don’t do restaurants. We don’t do dentists. We only work with contractors. That’s why we understand retainage, WIP, and why your Tuesday deposit doesn’t match your Thursday invoice.
Feel understood, not explained to.
Systems, Not Band-Aids
We don’t just clean up your books once and wave goodbye. We build repeatable processes that keep working even when your office manager quits (again).
Feel secure knowing it won’t fall apart.
Controller-Level Work
You get the financial oversight of a six-figure hire without the six-figure salary. Job costing, WIP schedules, cash flow forecasting—the stuff that actually moves the needle.
Feel protected, not exposed.
Your Team, Not a Vendor
Quick responses. Plain English. No jargon. We’re here to help you make better decisions, not to make you feel dumb about the numbers.
Feel supported, never judged.
How Zach Turned Leaky Financials Into a $137K Advantage
Zach’s $3.2M construction business looked profitable on the P&L. His bank account told a different story. Approved change orders were sitting in the project management system but never making it to invoices. Accounts receivable averaged 52 days. He knew margins were leaking—he just couldn’t see where.
Zach didn’t need more projects—he needed better visibility. That’s what a properly built construction financial system does.
Meet the Team
The people who will actually be working on your books—and who care about your success as much as you do.
Cory Salisbury
CEO & Financial Systems ArchitectCory leads the financial systems work. He saw too many good contractors struggle with numbers that didn’t make sense—so he built a system that works the way construction actually works. He’s the one who handles the complex stuff: QuickBooks architecture, software integrations, job costing setup, and making sure your system is built right from day one.
Jennifer Salisbury
Co-Founder & Operations DirectorJennifer makes sure everything runs smoothly. She handles day-to-day operations, client communications, and the administrative functions that keep the machine humming. Her background in software systems helps streamline workflows, and her focus on customer service means you always get responsive, organized support.
Credentials That Matter
We don’t just say we know construction finance. We’re certified in it.
NAHB Member
National Association of Home Builders
QuickBooks ProAdvisor
Advanced Certified
Buildertrend Expert
Integration Specialist
Procore Network
Verified Partner
What Contractors Say About Working With Us
We let the results do the talking. (Okay, and a few of our clients.)
Salisbury Bookkeeping recovered $28K in unbilled change orders we didn’t even know existed. That alone paid for a full year of service. The cash flow forecasting has completely changed how we bid projects.
Before Salisbury Bookkeeping, we had $34K in retainage we weren’t tracking. Now every dollar is accounted for. Their system gives me confidence to take on bigger projects knowing my financials are solid.
I used to dread looking at my books. Now I actually look forward to my weekly reports from Salisbury Bookkeeping. Knowing exactly where every project stands has taken so much stress off my plate.
Salisbury Bookkeeping Integrates With Your Tools
We connect your project management software directly to QuickBooks—eliminating double entry and syncing field operations with your financial ledger.
Are We Right for You?
We’re picky about who we work with. Here’s how to know if we’re a good fit.
✓ Salisbury Bookkeeping Is Built for You If...
- You do $500K–$10M in construction revenue
- You’re a builder, remodeler, GC, or specialty trade
- You’re tired of guessing which jobs make money
- You use (or want to use) QuickBooks Online
- You want to see your cash flow weeks in advance
- You’re ready to move past basic bookkeeping
If this sounds like you, you’ll finally feel like someone “gets it.”
✕ We’re Not the Right Fit If...
- You’re under $500K in annual revenue
- You’re not in construction
- You just want someone to enter receipts
- You’re not ready to invest in real systems
- You already have a full-time controller
“For the first time in 8 years of running this business, I actually know what my numbers mean. I can look at any job and tell you if we’re making money or bleeding cash. I sleep better at night.”
That’s the feeling we want for you.
The “Fix It or Free” Guarantee
If we don’t identify at least one significant profit leak in your financial systems within the first 60 days, we’ll keep working—for free—until we fix it. You’re not paying for our time. You’re paying for results.
Schedule Your Free AssessmentQuestions About Salisbury Bookkeeping
Ready to Get Control of Your Numbers?
Schedule a free 30-minute call with Salisbury Bookkeeping. We’ll look at where you’re leaking money and whether we can help. No pitch. No pressure. Just straight answers.
Imagine knowing—really knowing—how your business is doing. That’s what we build for you.
