About Mike Choate, Your Bookkeeper in Sonora, CA
A certified bookkeeper since 1985, with 20+ years running his own small businesses before starting Midas. You get direct access to Mike, not a call center.
Serving small businesses across Tuolumne, Calaveras & Amador Counties.
- QuickBooks Online Level 1 Certified ProAdvisor
What shapes how Mike works
Certified bookkeeper since 1985
Decades of hands-on experience keeping small business books accurate.
20+ years owning small businesses
Mike has run his own businesses in service, retail, and manufacturing, so he knows what's actually at stake, not just the numbers.
QuickBooks Online Level 1 Certified ProAdvisor
Mike works directly in QuickBooks Online so your books stay clean, current, and ready for tax time.
How Mike works with you
1
You talk to Mike
No account managers, no handoffs. Every call and email goes straight to Mike.
2
He gets to know your business
Mike takes the time to understand how your business actually runs, not just the numbers on the page.
3
You get a real answer
Ask a question, get a straight answer from the person doing the work, not a script.
What's included
Everything in monthly bookkeeping
- Bank and credit card reconciliations every month
- Transaction categorization using your chart of accounts
- Monthly profit & loss statement and balance sheet
- QuickBooks Online setup, maintenance, and support
- Direct access to Mike by phone and email
- Year-end ready financials for your CPA or accountant
Why choose Midas
Most business owners don’t actually want to think about bookkeeping at all, and that’s exactly the point. Monthly bookkeeping services should be invisible. You shouldn’t have to wonder if your numbers are right or chase down a bookkeeper for answers. With Mike’s monthly bookkeeping services, you get clean reports delivered every month, a phone number that gets answered, and the confidence that comes from knowing your books are handled by someone who has run his own businesses and understands what’s actually at stake.
You work with Mike, not an assistant
QuickBooks Online Level 1 Certified ProAdvisor with 20+ years of real small-business experience
No offshore staff. No account managers. Mike answers your calls personally.
Flat monthly rates starting at $250. No long-term contracts.
Monthly Bookkeeping Services For Small Businesses
Why monthly bookkeeping is the foundation of a healthy business
Start with a free consultation so Mike can review your QuickBooks Online file, account structure, and transaction volume. Each month, he categorizes transactions, reconciles bank and credit card accounts, and prepares your profit and loss statement and balance sheet. These reports help you understand income, expenses, and where your business stands, while keeping your records ready for your CPA. Plans start at $250 per month, with pricing based on your needs and no long-term contract.
Simple Flat Monthly Bookkeeping Rates
STARTER
$250-350/ Month
- Monthly bank & credit card reconciliations
- Transaction categorization
- Monthly financial statements
- Email support
- Lower monthly transaction volume
STANDARD
$350-450/Month
- Everything in Starter, plus:
- Higher transaction volume
- Additional bank or credit card accounts
- Monthly review for accuracy and consistency
GROWTH
$450-750/Month
- Higher monthly transaction volume
- More complex account structures
- Additional bank or credit card accounts
- Full monthly review call
Whether you're a contractor juggling job costs, a retail shop tracking daily sales, or a service business managing client invoices, Mike has run businesses like yours and knows what it takes to keep the books straight.
Questions about working with Mike
How long has Mike been doing bookkeeping?
Mike has been a certified bookkeeper since 1985, and spent 20+ years owning and operating his own small businesses before starting Midas.
Does Mike work in QuickBooks Online?
Yes. Mike is a QuickBooks Online Level 1 Certified ProAdvisor and works primarily in QBO with his clients.
What areas does Mike serve?
Mike is based in Sonora, CA and works with small businesses across Tuolumne, Calaveras, and Amador Counties. Most work is done remotely, with in-person consultations available by appointment.
Can I meet with Mike in person?
Yes. While most bookkeeping work happens remotely through QuickBooks Online, Mike offers in-person consultations and onboarding by appointment for clients in his service area.