Bookkeeping & Tax Services for Murrells Inlet Businesses
Bookkeeping, tax, and accounting support for Murrells Inlet businesses. Clean books and tax-ready records year-round.
Bookkeeping and Tax for Murrells Inlet
Murrells Inlet runs on tourism, seafood, and the small businesses that keep the inlet working year-round. From the restaurants along the Marsh Walk to the charter captains, retail shops, and service trades along Highway 17, the area has a steady mix of seasonal swings and year-round operations. That mix creates real accounting work, especially when summer crowds inflate the deposits and winter brings a cash flow squeeze.
We provide small business accounting, bookkeeping and tax services in Jacksonville, NC and across the Carolinas, including Murrells Inlet. The work is handled remotely through a secure portal, which keeps things straightforward and means you’re not paying for overhead you’ll never use.
Monthly Bookkeeping
Monthly Bookkeeping
Transactions categorized, bank and credit card accounts reconciled, monthly financials delivered. Full-service bookkeeping that keeps your books current without you spending nights in QuickBooks.
Catch-Up Bookkeeping
Catch-Up Bookkeeping
Months or years behind from a busy season or a bookkeeper who walked away? We reconstruct the history, reconcile what’s missing, and hand back a clean set of books.
Sales and Hospitality Tax
Sales and Hospitality Tax
South Carolina state sales tax, Georgetown County local tax, and the hospitality and accommodations taxes that apply to restaurants and short-term lodging. Filed correctly and on time.
Business Tax Returns
Business Tax Returns
Federal and state returns prepared from books we’ve maintained all year. Enrolled Agent representation available if the IRS sends a notice or opens an audit.
Murrells Inlet Businesses We Work With
The inlet economy is its own thing. Restaurants packed shoulder-to-shoulder along the Marsh Walk, charter boats running out of the creek, vacation rentals turning over every weekend in season, and the year-round trades and service businesses that keep it all going. Most of our clients are owner-operators or small teams. Big enough to have real bookkeeping needs. Not big enough to justify a full-time accountant on staff.
We work with businesses doing roughly $150K to a few million in revenue. The common thread is that the owner is doing too much, the books slip, and tax season turns into a scramble. We take the financial side off the pile so you can run the business.
Restaurants and Bars
Restaurants and Bars
Seafood houses on the Marsh Walk, neighborhood spots off Highway 17, bars and cafes that depend on tourist traffic. We handle restaurant bookkeeping, tip reporting, food and labor cost tracking, and the hospitality tax filings the local jurisdictions require.
Charter Boats and Marine Services
Charter Boats and Marine Services
Fishing charters, boat rentals, marina services, and the trades that support them. Seasonal revenue, fuel costs, maintenance, and 1099 crew make the books messier than they look. We sort it out.
Vacation Rentals and Hospitality
Vacation Rentals and Hospitality
Short-term rental owners and small property managers around the inlet. Accommodations tax, cleaning and maintenance tracking, and proper income reporting across multiple booking platforms.
Contractors and Trades
Contractors and Trades
HVAC, plumbing, roofing, marine repair, and general contractors working between Murrells Inlet, Pawleys Island, and Myrtle Beach. Job costing, progress billing, and books ready when you need them for bonding or financing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have an office in Murrells Inlet?
No. We're based in Jacksonville, NC and work with businesses across the Carolinas, including Murrells Inlet and the broader Myrtle Beach area. Everything happens remotely through a secure client portal, phone, and video calls.
What does monthly bookkeeping cost?
Full-service bookkeeping starts at $225 per month. The actual price depends on your monthly expense volume and complexity. We quote a flat monthly rate after reviewing your books.
Can you handle South Carolina sales tax and the local hospitality and accommodations taxes?
Yes. We file South Carolina state sales tax, county taxes, and the local hospitality and accommodations taxes that apply to restaurants and lodging in the Murrells Inlet area.
My books are behind from a busy summer season. Can you catch them up?
Yes. Catch-up work is common with seasonal businesses on the coast. We sort through backlogged transactions, reconcile accounts, and get you current before transitioning to monthly service.
Do you prepare business tax returns?
Yes. We prepare federal and state business tax returns and work directly from the books we maintain. Gina is an IRS Enrolled Agent, so we can also represent clients before the IRS when needed.
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First Step:
Start With a Call
Tell us about your business and what you need help with. We'll ask a few questions, evaluate your current situation, and let you know how GMJ can support your books, taxes, and day-to-day operations.
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