5.0 out of 5 based on 41 reviews
Bookkeeping Service Lake Mary, FL
A CPA-led bookkeeping service in Lake Mary, working with Seminole County businesses from International Parkway.
1540 International Pkwy STE 2000-242 · Lake Mary · Mon–Fri 6 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
Talk to a Lake Mary CPA
★★★★★“Since adding Alex with Stronghold Accounting for our bookkeeping, it has truly been a Godsend for our business. Alex cleaned up a difficult QuickBooks transition and became a game changer for our month-to-month bookkeeping.”Patty LeslieTampa
★★★★★“I like that you're helping me strategize, not just giving me numbers. There were still blind spots that you've been able to uncover for me. I didn't think that was possible.”JoelService-business owner
★★★★★“Alex and his team helped bring the books current and continue to provide monthly support while helping plan for growth.”Dr. MaloneLake Mary
★★★★★“Alex is sharp, detail-oriented, and genuinely passionate about his work. He explains the numbers clearly and helps business owners gain more control over their finances.”Baxter McCoyOrlando
★★★★★“Since adding Alex with Stronghold Accounting for our bookkeeping, it has truly been a Godsend for our business. Alex cleaned up a difficult QuickBooks transition and became a game changer for our month-to-month bookkeeping.”Patty LeslieTampa
★★★★★“I like that you're helping me strategize, not just giving me numbers. There were still blind spots that you've been able to uncover for me. I didn't think that was possible.”JoelService-business owner
★★★★★“Alex and his team helped bring the books current and continue to provide monthly support while helping plan for growth.”Dr. MaloneLake Mary
★★★★★“Alex is sharp, detail-oriented, and genuinely passionate about his work. He explains the numbers clearly and helps business owners gain more control over their finances.”Baxter McCoyOrlando
★★★★★“Since adding Alex with Stronghold Accounting for our bookkeeping, it has truly been a Godsend for our business. Alex cleaned up a difficult QuickBooks transition and became a game changer for our month-to-month bookkeeping.”Patty LeslieTampa
★★★★★“I like that you're helping me strategize, not just giving me numbers. There were still blind spots that you've been able to uncover for me. I didn't think that was possible.”JoelService-business owner
★★★★★“Alex and his team helped bring the books current and continue to provide monthly support while helping plan for growth.”Dr. MaloneLake Mary
★★★★★“Alex is sharp, detail-oriented, and genuinely passionate about his work. He explains the numbers clearly and helps business owners gain more control over their finances.”Baxter McCoyOrlando
About the Lake Mary office
Stronghold provides a CPA-led bookkeeping service in Lake Mary, FL from our office on International Parkway. We handle monthly books, payroll and tax planning for owner-operated businesses across Seminole County and Central Florida, and a licensed CPA analyzes the work before it reaches you. Businesses seeking bookkeeping in Lake Mary receive the same monthly process, CPA analysis, and virtual access.
Who we work with locally
Seminole County runs heavily to professional services, healthcare practices and construction, and that mix is most of what comes through this office.Businesses here tend to arrive at the same point: revenue has grown past what a part-time bookkeeper can carry, but a finance hire is still a year or two away.
The I-4 corridor between Lake Mary and Orlando is heavy on professional services, healthcare practices and construction, which is most of what we see from this office.Stronghold works with professional services, healthcare, and construction businesses throughout the I-4 corridor, supported by virtual delivery and a local Central Florida contact point.
Professional services, healthcare and constructionMonthly books, payroll and tax planning for owner-operated businesses across Seminole County and Central Florida.
Not a fitPre-revenue startups and businesses needing only a tax return. We will say so on the call.
What we do for Lake Mary businesses
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Why a CPA firm, not a bookkeeper
Feature / Service
Normal bookkeeping
Stronghold Accounting
Expert bookkeeping, weekly
CPA-reviewed financials, monthly
Unlimited CPA access
Proactive tax & profit strategy
Owner's pay guidance
Flat weekly pricing, no hourly surprises
Lake Mary clients
Results
Stronghold serves Central Florida businesses virtually from its Lake Mary contact point.
5.0 ★5.0 stars from 41 clients.
25 minutesOrlando businesses are served from this office. Orlando →
★★★★★Lake Mary client Dr. Malone credits Alex and the Stronghold team with bringing the books current and providing ongoing monthly support for better growth decisions.Dr. MaloneLake Mary client
Alex M. Riccio, CPAFounder & CEO
Clean books aren't the product. The decisions they let you make are.
Alex is a Florida-licensed CPA and QuickBooks Online Certified ProAdvisor with experience at PwC, the federal government, and EY. He founded Stronghold to bring Big Four, tax, audit, and small-business accounting experience back to owner-operated businesses.
All clients are served virtually. The Lake Mary address provides a local contact point; any in-person meeting should be scheduled in advance.
If you only see your numbers at tax time, you're making decisions blind. Let's fix that.
Book a call with Alex →Your Lake Mary team
The same CPA-led team serves Lake Mary clients virtually. You will know exactly who is handling your books.
Alex M. Riccio, CPAFounder & CEO
Alex leads the strategic component of our CPASystem™, which includes the Profit & Tax Strategy Meetings, where profit leaks and overpaid taxes are identified. Alex also helps owners evaluate key financial trends, establish performance targets, and understand the numbers driving their business. His focus is ensuring clients receive more than accurate financial statements, but they have a clear strategy for improving profitability, minimizing taxes, and making confident financial decisions.
Mariela O. GonzalezAccounting Manager
Mariela oversees the quality and accuracy of our clients’ financial reporting including the weekly bookkeeping, monthly financial statements, account reconciliations, and other key financial processes to ensure each client’s books are complete and reliable. In addition to providing controllership-level oversight, helping identify reporting issues, improving accounting processes, and ensuring financials are structured to give business owners a clear picture of their company’s performance.
Luisito Jr. A. Tinagsa, CPASenior Accountant
Luis manages the day-to-day accounting and bookkeeping operations for our clients, ensuring transactions are accurately recorded, reconciled, and up to date. He oversees the weekly accounting workflow, reviews activity for accuracy and consistency, and works directly with clients to resolve questions, gather needed information, and keep their books moving smoothly. His focus is maintaining clean, reliable financial data so clients always have an accurate foundation for reporting, analysis, and strategic decision-making.How it works — the CPASystem™
1Free discovery callWe identify compliance red flags and missed profit opportunities. 20 minutes, by video.
2Foundation buildoutBooks cleaned, risks removed, processes set. Typically two to four weeks.
3Ongoing CPASystem™Clear numbers monthly, CPA-reviewed protection, advisory as you grow.
The Lake Mary office
Stronghold Accounting — Lake Mary1540 International Pkwy STE 2000-242, Lake Mary, FL 32746(407) 431-0348Sunday: 9 AM-5 PM; Monday-Friday: 6 AM-7 PM; Saturday: 9 AM-5 PM.
Areas served from Lake Mary
Lake MaryHeathrowSanfordLongwoodWinter SpringsAltamonte SpringsMaitlandWinter ParkOviedoSeminole and Orange counties
What Lake Mary businesses deal with
No state income taxFlorida has no state personal income tax, so planning here centres on entity structure and owner compensation.
Sales tax & the DR-15Florida sales and use tax on form DR-15, monthly for most businesses.
Local business tax receiptSeminole County local business tax receipt, plus a City of Lake Mary receipt if you operate inside city limits.
Reemployment tax (RT-6)Reemployment tax on form RT-6 for employers.
Sunbiz annual reportThe Sunbiz annual report, due 1 May.
Tangible personal property (DR-405)Seminole County businesses also file tangible personal property tax with the county property appraiser on form DR-405 by 1 April. The exemption covers most small operations, but you have to file once to claim it, and that first return is the one that gets missed.
Common questions
Lake Mary questions
Do you meet clients in person in Lake Mary?
All clients are served virtually. The Lake Mary address provides a local contact point; any in-person meeting should be scheduled in advance.
Do you serve Sanford, Longwood and Winter Springs?
Yes, all are within the Lake Mary office’s service area.
What are your hours?
Sunday: 9 AM-5 PM; Monday-Friday: 6 AM-7 PM; Saturday: 9 AM-5 PM.
Do you serve Orlando?
Yes, from this office. Lake Mary is about 25 minutes out. Orlando →
Do you run payroll for Lake Mary businesses?
Yes, as part of a bookkeeping engagement. Payroll services →
Do you file tax returns?
Stronghold handles proactive tax planning and works with an integrated tax-preparation partner for filing. We coordinate the year-end handoff so the books, planning, and return preparation stay connected.
Do you have a bookkeeper in Lake Mary we can meet?
The Lake Mary office covers Seminole County and Central Florida.
Can you act as our Lake Mary tax expert as well as our bookkeeper?
Stronghold handles proactive tax planning and works with an integrated tax-preparation partner for filing. We coordinate the year-end handoff so the books, planning, and return preparation stay connected.
Our books are behind. Where do we start?
With a file review. We tell you how far back the problem goes and what it takes to fix before you commit to anything.
Do you work with businesses along the I-4 corridor toward Orlando?
Yes. Lake Mary sits at the north end of it and a good share of our Central Florida clients are between here and downtown Orlando.
Talk to the Lake Mary office
1540 International Pkwy STE 2000-242, Lake Mary, FL 32746