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Lutton Founder and Lead Bookkeeper at Dedicated Balance My journey into bookkeeping began early in 2002 while working as an Office Manager with a Department of Defense subcontractor based in Bothell, Washington. I’ve always worn numerous hats in the business world and as my position progressed I stepped in to manage their accounting system. I took this step to not only help them gain a clearer control of their books, but to also partner with them in making more informed business decisions based on solid financial information. I helped streamline expenses, reduced overhead costs by 10% the first year, and developed an efficient method to track specific job costs. I also began to work with another firm as a contract bookkeeper – a business relationship that I still maintain, and one that started me down the road to my independent bookkeeping business. In 2004, I moved to San Diego where I worked as a Staff Accountant for a local internet service provider. While there I managed the accounts payable and receivable departments, sales commissions, and assisted the controller with the annual third-party financial audit. I returned to Seattle in late 2005 to complete my degree at the University of Washington. During this time I resumed work with the Department of Defense subcontractor. My experience as Quality Manager and Facility Security Officer provided me with invaluable audit experience and process authorship, as well as knowledge of yet another aspect of business management in preparation for my future pursuit of an MBA. Dedicated Balance was launched in 2008 to offer clients the benefit of my well-rounded experience in business, as well as the bookkeeping world. Through partnerships, Dedicated Balance seeks to offer an experienced eye with a variety of businesses— from sole proprietorships to publicly owned corporations and everything in between. Every project that I undertake is given undivided attention to ensure a client’s needs are met, their expectations are exceeded and their business continues to be successful. The name of my business is my driving mission: Dedicated Balance is the dedication that I show to my clients – to not only balance their books – but also their business. |
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