Kokomo's manufacturing backbone and growing small business community need strong financial foundations. Tides Bookkeeping provides remote bookkeeping, payroll support, and monthly financial reporting for Kokomo business owners who'd rather focus on running their business than managing their books.
No setup fees · Cancel anytime · 100% Remote
Known as the "City of Firsts" — birthplace of the first commercially built automobile, the first pneumatic rubber tire, and the first canned tomato juice — Kokomo, IN has a long history of innovation. Today that spirit drives a diverse economy anchored by advanced manufacturing and a growing small business community.
With Stellantis transmission plants, Haynes International's specialty alloys operations, and a revitalizing downtown, Kokomo business owners need clean books, clear cash flow visibility, and a partner who can keep up as they scale.
Kokomo's deep automotive and advanced manufacturing base creates a strong supply chain ecosystem for small business growth.
From Elwood Haynes's first automobile in 1894 to today's EV battery investments, Kokomo's economy is built on reinvention.
Indiana's low cost of living, competitive tax environment, and strong workforce pipeline make Kokomo an attractive place to build a business.
Kokomo is more than a zip code — it's a city with deep industrial roots and a growing entrepreneurial spirit. Understanding its neighborhoods, employers, history, and economy is how we serve our clients better.
Kokomo earned its title "The City of Firsts" through a remarkable string of innovations. In 1894, Elwood Haynes test-drove the first commercially built automobile on Pumpkinvine Pike. The city went on to produce the first pneumatic rubber tire, the first aluminum casting, the first canned tomato juice, and the first mechanical corn picker.
For over a century, automotive manufacturing has been Kokomo's economic engine. Chrysler (now Stellantis) transmission plants and GM Components Holdings have employed thousands of Howard County residents. Haynes International continues to produce specialty alloys shipped worldwide.
Today Kokomo is in the midst of a new chapter — Stellantis's multi-billion-dollar EV battery plant investment is reshaping the local economy, while downtown revitalization efforts and the growth of Community Howard Regional Health are diversifying the business landscape.
Seven core bookkeeping services, all delivered remotely — designed specifically for the pace and complexity of Kokomo's manufacturing-driven small business economy.
Your most important financial foundation. We categorize every transaction, reconcile every account, and deliver clean P&L and balance sheet reports to your inbox every month — so you always know exactly where your Kokomo business stands financially.
Got months or years of backlog? We clean it all up so you can move forward with an accurate set of books — ready for your CPA and ready for decisions.
Starting fresh or inheriting a mess? We configure QuickBooks, connect your accounts, and build a chart of accounts tailored to your industry and business model.
Every account reconciled every month — ensuring your books match your bank statements and every transaction is accounted for accurately.
P&L statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports that are easy to read, understand, and act on — delivered every month, on time.
We track what you owe and what's owed to you, keeping your cash flow picture clear and your vendor relationships organized.
We ensure payroll expenses hit your books correctly every pay period, syncing with your payroll processor to keep everything reconciled and tax-ready.
We work with business owners across every major industry in Kokomo — from manufacturing suppliers and skilled trades to healthcare practices, downtown restaurants, and professional service firms throughout Howard County.
Job costing, inventory, vendor payments, seasonal production cycles
Job costing, subcontractor payments, material expenses, seasonal flow
Medical practices, dental offices, therapists — payroll and billing support
COGS, tip payroll, vendor reconciliation, inventory management
Consultants, accountants, attorneys, insurance agents — clean monthly P&L
Commission tracking, rental income, investor portfolios, property expenses
Inventory costs, merchant fees, online and in-store reconciliation
Parts inventory, labor tracking, warranty work, fleet accounts
There's no shortage of bookkeepers in Kokomo — but most are local firms with hourly billing, slow turnarounds, and outdated processes. Tides was built differently.
We're not a local firm that went remote reluctantly. We were built remote-first from day one, which means faster delivery, better systems, and no overhead passed to you.
One flat rate based on your transaction volume. No hourly billing, no surprise invoices, no "extra work" fees. You know exactly what you're paying every month.
We don't just hand you a spreadsheet. Clean, readable reports with plain-language summaries — so you can make real business decisions from your financials.
Tax season gets dramatically easier when your books are maintained properly year-round. Most clients report lower CPA bills after working with Tides.
We earn your business every month. No lock-in agreements, no early termination fees. If we're not delivering, you can leave. That keeps us sharp.
All plans include monthly P&L, balance sheet, bank reconciliation, and dedicated support. Payroll bookkeeping support available as an add-on.
View Full Pricing & Sign Up →"I run a machine shop that supplies parts to the auto plants in Kokomo, and keeping up with job costing and vendor invoices was a nightmare. Tides took over our books and now everything is organized, my reports come in on time every month, and my CPA says our year-end was the smoothest it's ever been. Wish I'd found them sooner."
Based in or near Kokomo? We also serve these nearby communities throughout Howard County and the wider Central Indiana region.
Howard County · East
Howard County · West
Miami County · 20 min N
Cass County · 30 min NW
Tipton County · 15 min S
Grant County · 30 min E
Hamilton County · 40 min S
State Capital · 60 min S
It depends on how far behind you are, but most catch-up projects are completed within 2–4 weeks. We work methodically through each month, ensure everything is accurate, and give you a clean set of books before beginning regular monthly service.
We work in QuickBooks Online for your bookkeeping and Puzzle.io for real-time dashboards and an instant snapshot of your financials. If you're not on QBO yet, we can set it up as part of onboarding.
Absolutely. We can coordinate directly with your CPA or tax preparer — sharing access to QuickBooks, exporting reports in whatever format they need, and making tax season as smooth as possible for everyone involved.
No setup fees. You pay your first month's rate after onboarding is complete and we've begun your first month of bookkeeping. We also offer a satisfaction guarantee on your first month of service.
Book a free 15-minute consultation. We'll review your current situation, walk you through our process, and give you an exact quote. If it's a fit, we'll start onboarding right away — most Kokomo clients are up and running within a week.
Yes. No contracts, no cancellation fees. We work month to month and believe our results speak for themselves. If for any reason Tides isn't the right fit, you can cancel with 30 days' notice and we'll ensure a smooth transition.
Not at all. We serve businesses across all of Howard County, the full Central Indiana region, and small businesses nationwide. Location doesn't matter — our process is 100% remote and works just as well anywhere in the country.
100% remote bookkeeping for small businesses across Indiana and throughout the United States.
Schedule a free 15-minute consultation. We'll review your current situation and give you a clear, honest picture of what it will take to get your Kokomo business financially clean.
No setup fees · Cancel anytime · First month guaranteed
Official government resources for registering, filing, and staying compliant. Tides handles your books; these help with the rest.