The Farming Accountant
Farm Roots Fuel Smarter Bookkeeping for Small Businesses
How a Bookkeeper Found Clarity in the Field
When Glenn isn’t helping clients clean up their books or simplify their QuickBooks setup, you’ll find him in a very different setting. A quiet field with wheat pouring into a truck or following a combine moving steadily across the horizon.
He doesn’t farm for a living, but he’s drawn to the pace, the structure, and the meaning behind it. Because farming, much like bookkeeping, is about discipline. It’s about doing things the right way every day, not just when someone is watching.
This unique connection earned him a nickname that stuck: The Farming Accountant.
It might sound unusual, but the overlap between the two roles is surprisingly deep. And for the small business owners Glenn supports. contractors, tradespeople, and service pros (farmers too) it makes perfect sense. They know the value of showing up, staying organized, and keeping things running even when the weather or the workflow gets tough.
Why Farmers Make Exceptional Bookkeepers
Farming and bookkeeping might seem like two different worlds. One is hands-on, sunup to sundown. The other is screen-based and heavy with reports and reconciliations.
But look closer and the similarities come into focus.
Precision Matters
Whether you’re measuring grain or reconciling a bank statement, one misstep can throw everything off. Farmers learn early that precision is survival. You measure fertilizer by the ounce, time harvests by the weather, and track yields per acre because every detail impacts the outcome.
That same mindset drives accurate accounting. Glenn approaches your books the way a farmer treats soil. With methodical care, long-term thinking, and a focus on producing something dependable.
A Farmer’s Work Ethic Inside Your QuickBooks File
Glenn doesn’t just sit behind a desk. He has spent decades in the real world of small business, and that experience shows in how he handles your finances.
Bookkeeping for small business is about consistency. It’s about getting the details right day after day, not just during tax season. It’s about building systems that work even when you’re on a job site or managing a team on the fly.
The same way a farmer walks the rows each morning, Glenn walks through your numbers, spotting what others miss and creating a clear, repeatable process.
The Farmer’s Calendar: A Built-In Understanding of Seasonality
One of the biggest challenges small businesses face is understanding seasonality. Cash flow isn’t always steady. Revenue dips. Expenses spike. For contractors, plumbers, electricians, and HVAC pros, it can feel unpredictable.
Farmers live in that cycle. Their entire livelihood depends on seasons. They plant, wait, adjust, harvest, and plan for next year.
Glenn brings that same understanding to your books. He reads patterns. He helps clients budget for the off-season, plan for tax time, and make smart choices during busy months.
That is one reason why contractor bookkeeping and seasonal service businesses trust him. His advice is grounded in the reality of how small businesses operate.
From Grain Bins to General Ledgers
There’s something satisfying about watching grain pour steadily into a truck bed. The same satisfaction comes from reviewing a clean profit and loss report that finally makes sense.
You may have seen Glenn’s farming videos, where he captures moments of quiet precision in the field. They are more than just relaxing content. They reflect the values that drive Perlinger Consulting.
Our team works line by line until every entry is reconciled. Every transaction is accounted for. Every report tells the truth.
The Tools Have Changed, But the Values Haven’t
A generation ago, bookkeeping meant pencil entries and ledgers. Glenn remembers that.
Today, we use:
- QuickBooks Online and Desktop
- Accounts payable automation
- Bank and credit card reconciliation tools
- Online accounting services for small business
But behind the technology is something that hasn’t changed. The value of accurate records. The power of honest numbers.
Glenn is not just a QuickBooks consultant. He is someone who sees your business the way you do. Not just through numbers, but through long days, unexpected delays, and the pride that comes from building something on your own.
Why Glenn’s Clients Keep Coming Back
Small business owners do not just want someone to punch in numbers. They want a partner. Someone who understands the stress of running a business and the relief that comes from financial clarity.
Glenn offers:
- Custom QuickBooks training tailored to your workflow
- Bookkeeping support that grows with your business
- Specialized help for contractors, electricians, plumbers, and service-based teams
He listens, then builds systems that work. Just like a farmer designs their equipment and process to fit their land, Glenn adjusts to fit the way you work.
Why This Matters More Than Ever
In 2025, automation is everywhere. AI tools speed up entries. Software features change constantly.
But small businesses still need something automation cannot replace. Context. Experience. Follow-through.
Glenn is that support system. Whether it’s accounts receivable automation, payroll, or simply getting your QuickBooks file under control, Glenn’s long-game mindset ensures nothing falls through the cracks.
Want to see what that looks like in real life? Start with this Farming Challenge National Museum of American History. Then compare it to the way Glenn works. The alignment might surprise you.
Real Colorado Roots. Real Results.
Perlinger Consulting is not a faceless accounting firm. We are a small business that serves small businesses.
Based in Littleton, we work with clients across Centennial, the Denver Metro, and beyond. We are especially known for helping contractors and service pros get the support they need without the complexity they don’t.
Our team offers:
- QuickBooks training for small business owners
- Bookkeeping systems designed for real life
- Support that meets you where you are
And we do it with the patience of a farmer and the care of someone who sees your small business as more than just numbers.
You Deserve a Bookkeeper Who Gets It
You do not have to understand every part of QuickBooks. You do not have to love accounting. You just need someone who does.
Glenn brings the values of the farm into every file he touches. Steady. Straightforward. And fully committed to helping you succeed.
If that sounds like what your small business needs, we would love to work with you.
Let’s talk. Your books are about to get a lot clearer.
📍 Serving Littleton, Centennial, and the greater Denver Metro area
📞 Call Glenn at 720-290-4389
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Disclaimer:
This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or legal advice. Perlinger Consulting, Inc. provides bookkeeping and QuickBooks training services but is not affiliated with Intuit. Always consult a qualified professional about your unique business needs.
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July 16, 2025 at 10:38 pmWho knew Glenn was also liked farming?