Commercial Fishing Bookkeeping

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Dedicated Services for Commercial Fishermen

Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with having accurate, year-round bookkeeping, so you can focus on catching fish.

You'll experience streamlined crew payments, simplified settlements, and hassle-free tax compliance.

Here's what you get:

  • Monthly Financial Reporting

  • Bill Pay & Direct Deposit Crew Payments

  • Season End Settlements

  • Income & Expense Categorization

  • Reconcile Fish Tickets + Processor Payments

  • 1099 filing & distribution

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ABOUT US

A Lifetime of Experience in Commercial Fishing

We understand the ins and outs of Alaska’s commercial fishing landscape because we grew up in it. As financial professionals who’ve been on the water, we know the seasonal rhythms that drive the industry. Our bookkeeping services are perfectly synced with these cycles, ensuring your financials always reflect the realities of your business.

Tech-Savvy Approach

As QBO Pro Advisors, we harness the latest tech to streamline your accounting processes. Our digital-first approach means you can access your financials even while hauling your sets. Stay connected to your business’s heartbeat without the hassle.

Dedicated to Your Success

Your success is our top priority. We're committed to providing personalized service that tackles the unique challenges and opportunities of running a commercial fishing business in Alaska. From paying your crew members to tracking expenses and managing accounts, we handle the financial details so you can focus on what you do best—catching fish.

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Elle Broschat

founder of Southeast Bookkeeping + Tax, mama of three, coffee lover, and your go-to finance girl for all things small biz.

Elle started this firm in 2019 with a laptop at her kitchen table and a big dream: to help business owners in Southeast Alaska take the stress out of numbers and finally feel in control of their finances. Fast forward to today, and she gets to partner with incredible CEOs—from coffee shops and tour companies to retail stores and service providers—helping them keep more of what they earn and build businesses that feel just as good behind the scenes as they look on the outside.

When she’s not talking tax strategy or making reports look way prettier than spreadsheets should, you’ll find her with family—out on the water, exploring Sitka, or hosting friends for cozy dinners.

Meet our team.

The faces behind the numbers, here to help your business grow.

Kym Piatt

bookeeping specialist

Kym has over 6 years of experience in managing finances for retail, nonprofit, manufacturing, production and a niche for small business financial record keeping.

Kym works remotely from Oregon with her husband and two children. Most of their free time is spent homeschooling, road trips to the beach with their sprinter van, and hikes with puppy, Zion.

Our Clients Are Saying

Check out what our

Casey - F/V Adventure

SE Bookkeeping has been great to work with for my business. They are very responsive and flexible meeting my bookkeeping needs.

Zach - Harbor Mountain Brewing

It has been great having Elle help us get our financials and monthly close outs in shape in so many ways. We really appreciate her being part of our team and all the insight she has provided.

Niccole - Coastal Building Supply

I cannot reccomend Elle enough! She has helped us with all 3 of our businesses and is a QBO pro!

Christina - Hot Shot Coffee

Elle is professional, thorough & efficient. She exceeded all my expectations when it came to accounting services. She has met every deadline she sets, communicates throughout the entire process & gives guidance as needed. I really recommend her to any small business who needs help getting their books in order & keeping it there! She is very trust worthy & gives my business a complete sense of relief that I haven’t known while in operation until she took me on as a client!

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How to get started

the process

1

Submit your inquiry form HERE

2

You’ll get our services guide & a calendar link to book your discovery call

3

We’ll chat about your needs and send you a custom bookkeeping proposal