We turn your complex financial questions

into easy-to-implement solutions

Leveraging multi-industry experience, advanced education, and the latest technology & tools, we make it our goal to simplify your financial challenges into common sense business questions that you know how to solve. Growing your business is our business and we're excited to grow with you!

Whether your business is a for-profit or a non-profit, we have the expertise to streamline your processes and simplify your day-to-day operations. Learn more about our services below.

Growth Analysis & Advising

We analyze your financial & operational data to guide and advise you on your journey to grow your organization. We enjoy learning about your goals and dreams and helping you reach them!

We will team up to create forecasts, identify new opportunities, and ensure you are meeting your growth goals.

Software Setup & Optimization

We can help you set up your new software & technology tools to ensure maximum efficiency and accuracy. We believe technology plays a pivotal role in the evolving business world.

Specializing in:
EverTrue/Fundriver's Balance
QuickBooks Online

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Accurate, timely financial data is like the GPS for your business's journey. If you don't know where you've been or where you are, you can't know where you're going!

Allow our experienced team to manage your accounting so you confidently direct the path of your business.

Tax Preparation

Taxes might not be your favorite thing to do - or pay! - each year, but we strive it make the process as painless as possible. We will work directly with you to help you determine what documents you need to provide, then we'll do the heavy lifting to keep you in compliance while taking advantage of as many tax credits and deductions as you qualify for. Whether you're needing assistance with your business or personal tax returns; federal or state; income or sales, use, gross receipts, or other; we're here to help!

Services Offered

...and more!

If it's keeping you up at night, we want to help you solve it. We're happy to consult on a variety of topics. Our common sense solutions can alleviate stress in all parts of your business (and personal) financial and growth journeys. Please feel free to reach out for additional services!

Elisabeth Bargo, CPA, Owner

Our People

Summary

Elisabeth (Richardson) Bargo is an accountant by trade and a problem solver by choice. She has studied accounting, finance, and computer science, and now leverages her knowledge in these spheres to simplify her client's accounting work, improve their accuracy, and strategize to reach their financial goals. She believes that integrity, efficiency, insight, and empathy are the key character traits that allow her to help you.

Education

• Bachelors of Science in Business Administration with an Area of Study in Accounting from Thomas Edison State University

• Masters of Business Administration with a Concentration in Finance from Louisiana State University-Shreveport

Certifications

• Certified Public Accountant (Maine: License #CP11371)

• QuickBooks Online Certified ProAdvisor

• Xero Advisor Certification

• Also certified in Bill.com, Hubdoc, Futrli, and various other accounting software applications

Beyond Work

When she's away from the desk, Elisabeth enjoys playing music, gardening, cooking, and reading.

Let's get started!

We'd love to hear from you! Please complete the form or reach out directly to:

hello@pleasantpinesconsulting.com