Accounting built
for how franchise
networks work
Three focused service areas designed to address the distinct financial needs of franchisees, franchisors, and growing franchise systems.
Services organized around franchise roles
Franchise accounting is different from general small business accounting. The reporting structures, compliance obligations, and financial relationships between franchisees and franchisors require a specific approach. Each service here addresses a distinct role in the franchise system.
For franchisees
Unit-level bookkeeping, financial statements, and franchisor-formatted reporting for single-unit and multi-unit operators.
For franchisors
Royalty collection, payment reconciliation, consolidated network reporting, and unit performance monitoring at the system level.
For growing systems
Financial modeling for franchise expansion — unit economics, fee structures, overhead scaling, and scenario analysis for executive review.
Franchisee Financial Reporting
Standardized bookkeeping and financial reporting for individual franchise units, aligned with franchisor reporting requirements. We maintain unit-level books, prepare monthly and quarterly financial statements in the required format, and submit reports to the franchisor on schedule.
The service includes tracking of royalty calculations, advertising fund contributions, and compliance with franchise agreement financial terms. It is designed for single-unit and multi-unit franchisees who need their accounting to meet both internal operational needs and franchisor submission standards.
What this service covers
A note on multi-unit operators
The per-unit pricing structure is designed to scale predictably. If you operate multiple locations, each unit is maintained separately with its own books and reporting output — so your consolidation picture remains clear regardless of how many units you run.
Franchisor Royalty Administration
Network-level visibility
Beyond collection and reconciliation, this service gives franchisors a clearer view of how their network is performing financially. Units that may need additional support are identified through structured monitoring rather than discovered after the fact.
Administration of royalty collection and financial oversight for franchise networks. We calculate royalties based on reported or verified unit revenues, manage collection workflows, reconcile payments against franchise agreements, and prepare consolidated network financial reports.
The service includes monitoring of financial performance across the franchise system and flagging of units that may need support. Suitable for emerging and established franchise brands looking to bring structure and consistency to their royalty operations.
What this service covers
Franchise Expansion Financial Modeling
Development of financial models supporting franchise network growth decisions. We project unit-level economics, model franchise fee structures, estimate corporate overhead scaling, and prepare scenario analyses for different expansion trajectories.
Deliverables include a written financial model with adjustable assumptions and a summary memo suitable for executive or board review. Designed for franchise systems evaluating market entry, territory awards, or capital requirements for growth.
What this service covers
Deliverable-based engagement
This is a project-based service rather than a monthly retainer. Before work begins, we agree on the scope, assumptions, and deliverable format. The output is a structured financial model and an accompanying memo — documents you can use directly with your leadership or board.
Service overview
A side-by-side look at the three service areas, who they are for, and how they are priced.
| Service | Designed for | Price | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
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U-1
Franchisee Financial Reporting
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Single-unit and multi-unit franchisees | $1,200 USD | Per unit / month |
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U-2
Franchisor Royalty Administration
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Emerging and established franchise brands | $3,500 USD | Per system / month |
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U-3
Franchise Expansion Financial Modeling
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Franchisors planning network growth | $5,000 USD | Per engagement |
All prices in USD. Scope discussed and confirmed before any engagement begins.
How an engagement typically begins
Every franchise system is different. Before committing to any service, we take time to understand your reporting structure, agreement terms, and what you actually need.
Initial conversation
You describe your setup — role in the franchise system, number of units, and what's not working with current reporting.
Scope review
We review your franchise agreement's financial terms and identify which service or combination of services fits your situation.
Proposal
We put together a written proposal that outlines deliverables, pricing, and how the service will be structured around your reporting calendar.
Onboarding
We align to your existing workflows and reporting requirements. Wherever possible, we work within structures already in place rather than disrupting them.
Not sure which service applies to your situation?
Get in touch and describe your setup. We'll help identify what would be most useful and whether there's a straightforward way to address your needs.