Guide Accounting

Guide Accounting is an outsourced accounting and CFO services firm led by Mike Payne, who brings over 30 years of professional experience in public accounting, CFO and controller positions, and business acquisition and divestiture. Rather than functioning as a traditional accounting firm that prepares tax returns and conducts audits, Guide Accounting specializes in providing flexible, on-demand CFO services, accounting support, and strategic financial planning and analysis to growing businesses. The firm works with a carefully curated group of select clients to ensure personalized attention and exceptional customer service. Their service offerings include financial leadership, budgeting and forecasting, financial reporting, process review and improvement, and strategic planning. Guide Accounting offers a free 30-minute consultation to prospective clients via Teams to discuss business needs and determine service fit. Pricing is customized based on the nature of engagement, whether recurring services are billed at flat rates, projects are charged as fixed fees, or work is billed hourly. The firm is positioned as a strategic financial partner for businesses navigating growth challenges, banker communications, and budget season planning.