Interior Design Bookkeeping Services

Running a design studio should be rewarding, creatively and financially.

But being busy doesn’t always mean being profitable. You can be landing beautiful projects, have a booked-solid schedule, and still get to the end of the month thinking, “I had a great sales month! But where did it all go?”

We bridge that gap by helping interior designers get confident with their numbers, understand their markups, and know which projects are actually profitable, so they can build a business that gives them the financial freedom to enjoy the life they’re working so hard to create.

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Does this sound familiar?

Between client retainers, product purchases, receiving and installation, it's hard to know what money actually belongs to the business and what's already spoken for. A "20% markup" sounds great in theory, but tracking it feels nearly impossible.

By the time a project wraps, you're not even sure what you made. That $50K kitchen remodel might actually be less profitable than your $15K bedroom refresh.

Here's the truth: every month you operate without understanding what the numbers are telling you is another month of potentially undercharging, taking on unprofitable work, and paying yourself less than you deserve.

You’re not sure what’s profitable

The project wrapped up. But was it actually profitable?

Cash flow feels backwards

You can’t tell what’s yours, what’s for clients, and what’s for the business.

You’re the Last one to get paid

Vendors, contractors, and suppliers come first, and you’re last to get paid.

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What does working with Nouvelle Financial look like?

Here's what we do differently: We don't just organize your receipts and send you reports. We help you understand the financial story behind your design firm so you can make strategic business decisions based on facts, not just the balance in your business bank account.

The Profit Foundation

  • Improve Overall Firm Profitability

    • Monthly reconciliation of bank and credit card accounts

    • Streamlined receipt collection system

    • Reconciling client retainers & tracking payments on proposals

    • Profit First systems so you know what's yours vs what's owed to vendors

    • Integration support with your project management system (e.g. Houzz Pro, DesignFiles)

    • Monthly debriefs (custom reports + email summary only)

    • Client portal with a visual dashboard

    • Annual review call with Amelia

    • Annual GST/HST filing

    • Year-end tax package for your CPA

    Investment: Starting at $600/month

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Project Profitability Suite

  • Ensure Every Project is Profitable
    Everything in Foundation, plus:

    • Project-by-project profitability tracking

    • Class and tag tracking by service type, room type, and client

    • FF&E purchasing and markup analysis

    • Unpaid bill and open PO reconciliation

    • Complete purchase order oversight to protect your margins

    • Cash-flow & spending insights to help you spot leaks and improve margins

    • Monthly debriefs (custom reports + video walkthrough)

    • Quarterly 45-minute check-in call with Amelia via Zoom

    Investment: Starting at $1,000/month

The Strategy Suite

  • Scale & Grow the Right Way
    Everything in Project Profitability, plus:

    • Bi-Weekly Recordkeeping

    • 45-minute monthly advisory session with Amelia via Zoom

    • Monthly budget vs. actual reporting to keep you on track

    • Annual recap and budget planning meeting with Amelia

    • Annual financial presentation with charts and visuals comparing your performance to last year

    Investment: Starting at $1,500/month

    Cash Flow À La Carte

    Customized cash flow forecasts specific to design project cycles.

    • Monthly cash flow forecast $350/month

    • 13-week rolling cash flow forecast $300/week

Our Signature Process

We do for your finances what you do for your clients’ spaces.

We take the chaos of project-based income, FF&E purchasing, and client payments, and organize it into something that actually makes sense, works together, and helps you grow.

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How it works

Here’s our smooth, step-by-step process to get your books in order, because your beautiful work deserves profitable systems to match.

  • You already know us. Now it’s our turn to learn about you, your business, and your goals.

  • We’ll walk through your needs, answer questions, and make sure we’re the right fit.

  • Sign your proposal, complete your initial payment, and join us for a 60-minute onboarding call to kick things off.

  • Over the next 3–5 weeks, our team will get your year-to-date bookkeeping caught up and squeaky clean.

  • For your first three months, we’ll walk you through your reports in a 30-minute review call, so you feel confident using your numbers from day one.

    From there, you’ll receive a monthly debrief that includes your financial reports, a visual dashboard of key metrics, and a 5-minute Loom video explaining your performance and financial health.

    ‘Cause the magic is in the debrief.

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  • "We finally have a system that actually works, and it’s made running the business easier."

    Amelia stepped in and rebuilt how we handle our finances from the ground up. She fixed what wasn’t working, set up routines that save us so much time, and found money we were missing. Our day-to-day feels lighter and more organized now.

    - NOURA SAKKIJHA

  • "Amelia made even the most overwhelming process easy to understand."

    Every financial detail was reviewed with thoughtful recommendations and Amelia made an overwhelming process completely understandable while making sure I felt confident every step of the way. Diving into the financial health of my business isn’t always fun. But working with Amelia reassured me that I was in the hands of someone truly knowledgeable and caring.

    - ERIN SISKO.

  • "I have been able to express my needs and questions openly and without shame or judgment!"

    Transitioning to an incorporated business has been many learning curves. Amelia has been able to support me in understanding the finances of this transition. She has empowered me by providing information, organization, and accountability as I continue to grow my business. Amelia’s approach is knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and she is dedicated to providing a thorough service

    - JACQUELINE THIBODEAU.

  • "I appreciate making the decision to work with Amelia & can’t wait to see can't wait to see what's ahead."

    I’ve always considered myself ‘bad with money,’ and as a business owner that belief was holding me back. Before working with Amelia, I had little clarity on my finances, but she has been a knowledgeable, supportive guide who teaches rather than just tells. Now my business is nearly fully on track, I’ve learned so much, and I’m confidently planning ahead. I highly recommend Amelia, especially if you don’t consider yourself a numbers person!

    - JULIANNA HARRY.

  • "Nouvelle is genuinely invested in her clients and their businesses thriving!"

    As a small business owner in a creative field, working with Nouvelle has been a game-changer. Amelia is thorough, adaptable, and genuinely invested in helping our business thrive. She set up systems that actually make bookkeeping simple and keeps us informed every step of the way.

    — GEORGIE RUSSELL.

  • "I feel more confident in where my business is actually at financially with you at my side."

    I’m by no means a numbers gal, so I was long overdue for bookkeeping support in my creative business. Amelia not only helped me implement the right tech and tackle tasks I’d been avoiding, but she’s also incredibly approachable. She explains everything in a way I can understand, and I love having someone I trust to reassure me I’m doing things correctly!

    — ELIZABETH VERWEY.

QUESTIONS?
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  • What does the investment look like for 1:1 bookkeeping?

    The right accounting partner should do more than keep your books up to date. They should help you understand what’s happening in your business, streamline your finances, and give you the clarity to make better decisions.

    For designers ready to improve profitability, stay on top of their numbers, and grow with confidence, investment starts at $600/month.

  • What challenges are unique to interior design businesses?

    Interior design firms have a unique financial setup because you’re juggling creative services and product procurement. It can be hard to know how much cash is truly yours to spend, what’s committed to vendors, whether your projects are actually profitable, and how much you can comfortably pay yourself.

  • How do we communicate?

    You’re never left to figure things out on your own. You’ll have direct email access to your financial team, plus a dedicated client portal where you can securely access your financials, ask questions, and keep everything you need in one place.

    You’ll also have direct access to Amelia via Voxer when you have a question, need clarification, or want to talk through a decision.

  • What accounting software do you use?

    We exclusively work with QuickBooks Online because it’s the standard accounting software for interior design businesses. Its project tracking and integrations with tools like Houzz Pro and DesignFiles help you see exactly how each project is performing.

  • I'm behind on my books. Can you still help me?

    Yes. We’ll meet you where you are, clean up what needs fixing, and get your books organized and set up properly going forward. You’ll have a clear financial foundation built around your interior design business, so you can actually trust your numbers when making decisions.

  • Bookkeeper vs CPA: who does what?

    Your bookkeeper keeps a pulse on your finances and project profitability month over month. Your CPA files your taxes. We work alongside your CPA to make sure everything is organized and tax-ready, so there are no surprises. You get two professionals doing what they do best, with two sets of eyes on your finances.

  • What happens when it’s time to file taxes?

    We don’t file your taxes, but we work directly with your CPA to make sure your books are organized, accurate, and tax-ready. Each year, we prepare a comprehensive tax package for your CPA and coordinate with them directly, so tax season is smooth, organized, and stress-free.