BookKeeping Express

The story of BookKeeping Express, or BKE, begins in 1984 in California with a straightforward mission: to offer professional bookkeeping services tailored for small businesses. For many years, the company grew steadily, building a reputation for reliability. The playbook changed significantly in January 2009 when new ownership, led by CEO and Chairman Greg Jones, took the helm. Jones saw a larger opportunity and introduced a franchise model. This pivot aimed to create a national network of certified bookkeepers, addressing a widespread need among millions of small businesses across the country. The model was designed with three revenue streams: the franchise system, a centralized "Team Center" for processing workflow, and a direct sales channel. A key moment in this new chapter occurred in March 2015 when BookKeeping Express secured a $5.8 million Series A funding round led by Paulson Investment Company. This capital was earmarked for investing in new technology, personnel, and operational infrastructure to support its growing client base. The funding allowed BKE to enhance its cloud-based platform, which combines financial reporting with services like bill pay and payroll, all supported by a team of bookkeeping professionals. Today, the company continues to operate as a private, venture-backed firm, focused on simplifying back-office operations for small and medium-sized businesses.