Why Choose Obengrath Over an App or Expensive CPA Firm?
At Obengrath, we sit right in the middle — delivering the personal touch and accuracy your business needs, without the high cost or overwhelm.
More than an app: Apps like Bench or Merritt may look affordable, but they’re rigid, limited, and impersonal. You get generic reports, but little explanation or guidance on how to actually use your numbers to run your business.
Less than a CPA firm (in cost, not in quality): Traditional firms often charge thousands per month and bill hourly for every call or email. That’s overkill for most small businesses.
The sweet spot: We offer real human support, flat monthly pricing, and services designed specifically for freelancers, side hustlers, and small businesses. You’ll always know what you’re paying and you’ll never feel like “just another client.”
QuickBooks Online Specialists: At Obengrath, we work exclusively with QuickBooks Online — the widely used accounting platform for small businesses. We’re also QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor’s, we know the system inside and out. That means faster setup, cleaner books, and ongoing support tailored to your business needs.
🏅 In short: Apps are too impersonal. CPA firms are too expensive. Obengrath is the perfect middle ground — expert QuickBooks Online bookkeeping, guided by a Certified ProAdvisor, that’s accurate, affordable, and built around you.
About Me
At Obengrath, I know bookkeeping can feel overwhelming — especially when you’re a small business owner, freelancer, or entrepreneur trying to do it all. That’s why I keep things simple. I help self-starters get their books organized, accurate, and easy to understand, so they can focus on running their business, not stressing over numbers.
I’m Miguel Lopez, founder of Obengrath and your dedicated bookkeeper. After more than a decade in corporate finance and accounting, managing millions in transactions and overseeing complex operations, I saw firsthand how powerful clean, organized books can be in driving smarter business decisions. I built Obengrath to bring that same clarity and expertise to the people who need it most — the ones just starting out, running lean, or wearing every hat.
My approach is personal, straightforward, and built around consistency. When you work with me, you’re not handed off to a new bookkeeper every few months. You get one point of contact — someone who knows your business inside and out and cares about its success as much as you do.
My goal is simple: make bookkeeping effortless, accurate, and empowering, so you can make confident decisions and never dread tax season again.
Numbers in order. Mind at ease. Bookkeeping built for self-starters who do it all.