America's premier resort island has one of SC's most complex small business economies — seasonal swings, vacation rental income, accommodations tax, and a hospitality workforce that never stops. Tides Bookkeeping handles the books for Hilton Head businesses year-round. 100% remote. Clean every month.
No setup fees · Cancel anytime · 100% Remote
Running a business on Hilton Head Island means dealing with financial complexity most mainland business owners never face: seasonal revenue that swings wildly from January to July, vacation rental income that requires meticulous tracking across multiple owners, SC accommodations tax filings, tipped employee payroll across dozens of staff, and cash flow management that has to account for the off-season. Clean books aren't optional here — they're survival.
Peak season (March–September) can generate 3–5x the revenue of off-season months. We set up your books to track this seasonality clearly — so you can plan for the slow months during the busy ones.
Multi-owner vacation rental accounting, owner draw tracking, management fee income, cleaning crew payroll, and SC accommodations tax — we handle all the layers that come with Hilton Head's STR economy.
Tip reporting, food cost tracking, server payroll, split shifts, POS system reconciliation — we understand how Hilton Head restaurants and resorts actually operate.
Every service tailored for island businesses — seasonal complexity, tourism economics, vacation rental income, and the full range of Hilton Head's hospitality economy.
Bank reconciliation, categorized transactions, profit & loss statements, and balance sheets — delivered clean every month. We account for your seasonal patterns, multiple revenue streams, and all the financial complexity that comes with operating a business on Hilton Head Island.
Multi-owner STR accounting, SC accommodations tax tracking, owner draw reporting, and management fee income — handled cleanly for vacation rental companies and property managers.
Full payroll including tipped employees — direct deposit, tip reporting, tax withholding, quarterly filings, and W-2 preparation for restaurants, resorts, and all service businesses.
Months or years behind? We'll clean up the backlog, reconcile everything, and get your island business's books organized and tax-ready — no matter the mess.
Full QBO setup, cleanup, and management tailored to Hilton Head's unique revenue streams — chart of accounts, class tracking by property or location, and ongoing monthly management.
Full-service resort bookkeeping — multiple revenue centers, F&B, housekeeping payroll, and seasonal staffing complexity.
Short-term rental companies, property managers, and individual vacation rental owners throughout the island.
Fine dining, casual eateries, beach bars — tip reporting, food costs, seasonal staffing, and POS reconciliation.
Fishing charters, dolphin tours, sailing excursions, and all water activity businesses on the island.
Golf courses, tennis clubs, fitness centers, and recreation businesses serving Hilton Head's active lifestyle economy.
Real estate agents, brokers, and investors in one of SC's most active luxury real estate markets.
Gift shops, galleries, clothing boutiques, and specialty retail throughout Sea Pines, Shelter Cove, and the island's commercial areas.
Resort spas, day spas, yoga studios, and wellness businesses catering to Hilton Head's affluent resident and visitor base.
"I run a boat charter business on Hilton Head — peak season is insane and off-season I'm trying to prepare for the next year. Tides keeps my books clean all twelve months, handles my payroll for my crew, and every quarter I actually know where I stand financially."
Flat monthly rates. No hourly billing, no surprise invoices. Pick the plan that fits your transaction volume — change anytime.
All plans include monthly P&L, balance sheet, bank reconciliation, weekly bookkeeping, dedicated team, and software subscription. Annual billing saves one month/year.
Yes — vacation rental accounting is a specialty. We handle multi-owner STR income tracking, SC accommodations tax, owner draw reporting, management fee income, cleaning and maintenance cost allocation, and all the complexity that comes with Hilton Head's vacation rental economy.
Absolutely. We set up your books to clearly track seasonal patterns — so you can see exactly what peak season looked like vs. off-season, plan cash reserves, and make smart decisions about staffing and expenses heading into the slow months.
Yes — tip reporting is standard for our restaurant and hospitality clients. We handle tipped employee payroll, FICA tip credit tracking, quarterly tax filings, and W-2 preparation for all employees regardless of tip income.
Schedule a free 30-minute call. We'll review your current bookkeeping situation, understand your specific industry needs, and give you a flat monthly price. No contracts, no setup fees.
Pricing is based on transaction volume and complexity. Hilton Head businesses with seasonal revenue and multiple revenue streams typically fall in the $250–$500/month range. See our pricing page or schedule a call for an exact quote.
We focus on bookkeeping and keep your records tax-ready year-round. Your CPA or tax preparer gets clean, well-organized financials when tax season arrives — saving you time and potentially reducing your prep bill.
No contracts. Month-to-month service — you stay because the work is excellent, not because you're locked in.
Yes — catch-up bookkeeping is one of our most common requests from Hilton Head businesses. We've cleaned up 2–3 seasons of backlog before. We'll get everything organized, reconciled, and current so you can start fresh.
SC's fastest-growing city · Sun City · Palmetto Bluff
County seat · MCAS Beaufort · historic waterfront
I-95 / Savannah metro corridor
45 min west · Chatham County crossover clients
We serve businesses across all of Hilton Head Island — and all of Beaufort County. 100% remote means we work with any business in SC or nationwide.
Join Hilton Head business owners who trust Tides with their bookkeeping year-round. Schedule a free call — no pressure, no commitment, just a clear plan for your books.
No setup fees · No contracts · Cancel anytime