Accounting for breweries, wineries & distilleries
The Giersch Group specializes in scalable bookkeeping, accounting and management consulting services for the beer, wine, and spirits industries. Having an experienced financial professional at your service not only relieves you of the hassle and stress of keeping the books, it gives you a clearer picture of your firm’s financial health and helps you develop a plan for the future.
Take advantage of a free 30-minute consultation with the Giersch Group to learn more about how we can help your brewery, winery or distillery. For your convenience, consultations can be held online, or at our Milwaukee, Brookfield, or Madison offices. Our services are 100% virtual and available nationwide.
Affordable Bookkeeping & Consulting Services for Wisconsin’s Beer, Wine & Spirits Industry
Breweries, wineries and distilleries in Wisconsin face unique bookkeeping and business challenges, including shifting consumer preferences, risk management concerns, and financial reporting & tax compliance requirements specific to the alcohol industry. With complex distribution rules and restrictions to navigate, producers of alcohol in the Badger state can’t afford to take any risks when it comes to maintaining accurate accounting records and tax compliance. For small and startup alcohol manufacturers, the challenges can be even tougher.
Giersch Group helps small and medium-sized businesses optimize cash flow, expand production and ensure full legal compliance. We work alongside businesses across the supply chain involved in the alcohol industry, including farmers, distributors, bars and restaurants.
Adapting to Changing Consumer Preferences
Whether you own a new or well-established craft brewery, no business is immune to the dangers of increased competition or inconsistent bookkeeping. The liquor industry has seen declining sales since 2024, making having an accurate picture of your financials ever more important.
Our full-service term provides tailored accounting paired with ongoing business education and advisory support. Whether you need an interim bookkeeper, help with cost control or a business plan for a new venture, we adapt proven best practices to meet small business needs. Trust Giersch Group to help guide your financial strategy, operations and growth with a big-picture perspective.
Certified QuickBooks™ ProAdvisor for Breweries, Wineries, and Distilleries
As a certified QuickBooks™ Online ProAdvisor, we can train your staff in QuickBooks™ so you can use your financial statements to improve your business operations at half the retail cost of the software. Our QuickBooks Services include:
- QuickBooks™ installation & setup as a standalone service
- Reviewing your books for accuracy
- Organizing your books and fixing any mistakes
- Training on how to view & interpret your financial statements
- Training on QuickBooks™ advanced features
- Ongoing support for QuickBooks™ programs (payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, job costing, customized reporting and inventory tracking)
- Complete bookkeeping support and regular reporting in full accrual accounting
Understanding Your Financials
At Giersch Group, we ensure you not only have timely, accurate financial reports, but help you to understand your current and long-term financial picture. We pride ourselves on our hands-on approach to all of our clients, being available to answer any questions you may have about your financials.
Our Services for the Liquor Industry
We offer more than just bookkeeping services for Wisconsin breweries, wineries, and distilleries. In fact, all of our services are available online nationwide.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Why is bookkeeping so important for breweries, wineries and distilleries?
Managing a brewery or winery comes with following special regulations. TTB, state excise tax, sales and employer taxes are just some of the financial challenges your business faces. Understanding the rules and guidelines of tax compliance is vital for avoiding penalties and protecting licensing. Giersch Group offers a tax compliance service to cater to these specific industry guidelines.
How can a bookkeeper increase the success of my brewery?
Giersch Group's financial reports will give you a clear financial snapshot and will highlight any shifts in consumer preferences or risk management concerns. Having report data is critical to generating cash flow. We'll teach you how to understand the data fully so you can grow your business with fewer risks and higher efficiency.
Can bookkeeping services improve my business plan?
Yes. Giersch Group management consulting services help with cost accounting, internal controls, inventory valuation, risk management, depreciation and more. We're ready to step in as your financial leader.
