Filed in Business — April 28, 2025
DIY website tips for bookkeepers aren’t just about choosing a template or picking colors. Your website is the first place potential clients go to decide if they can trust you with their finances. It’s not a nice-to-have or a “someday” project. It’s the foundation for how you show up, get found, and earn business. If you’re building it yourself, you need to do it right—and with heart.
Here’s how to create a DIY website that feels professional, trustworthy, and genuinely aligned with the work you do.
Even if you’re getting referrals, people are going to Google you. It’s instinct. Before they hand you access to their books, their accounts, their financial story, they want to make sure you’re the real deal. A strong website doesn’t just “look good”. It shows you’re stable, serious, and ready to help.
Bookkeeping is sensitive work. You’re not selling candles or t-shirts. You’re being trusted with the backbone of someone’s business. Your website has to quietly say, “You can trust me.” before you ever get on a call.
Without a website, or with one that feels outdated or confusing, you’re losing leads before you even know they exist. With a strong site, you’re giving yourself a real shot at consistent, aligned growth.
If you want your website to feel polished and professional, you need more than a homepage and a contact form. Here are the non-negotiables every bookkeeper should build in.
Start strong. Right on your homepage, introduce yourself in a way that feels human and confident. Tell them your name, who you help, and what you do in plain, warm language.
Example: “Hi, I’m Jessica Smith. I help small business owners stay on top of their finances with simple, accurate bookkeeping they can actually understand.”
A professional headshot here goes a long way too. People trust faces. Not logos. Not stock photos. You.
Don’t make people dig. Lay out exactly what you offer, in language that matches how your ideal client thinks.
Potential services might include:
Every service listing should end with a way to take the next step, like “Schedule a Call” or “Request a Custom Quote.”
Internal Tip: If you have a detailed services page, link directly to it under each summary.
If you’ve got certifications, training, or years of relevant experience, show them. Not in a “braggy” way—but clearly and professionally.
Include things like:
You can add a “Credentials” section to your About page or even display certification badges near your footer for quiet reinforcement.
Getting ahold of you should feel easy, not like a scavenger hunt. Your site should have a clear “Book a Call” button, a Contact page with a short form, and ideally a link to a scheduling tool like Calendly.
Bonus points if you also list your business email in your footer. People feel reassured when they see multiple legitimate ways to reach you.
Beyond the basics, these are the little details that create a real sense of security and professionalism.
Happy clients are your best sales team. Even a few short, specific testimonials can make a big difference. Aim to get permission to use real names or business names whenever possible. Scatter them naturally across your site—not just on one testimonials page that no one clicks.
Nothing will tank your trust faster than a “Not Secure” warning at the top of your site. Make sure you install an SSL certificate. Platforms like Showit and WordPress usually offer this easily.
If your URL doesn’t have the little padlock next to it, fix that before you do anything else.
You don’t need a Vogue-level photoshoot. You do need clean, cohesive design and a few polished images that represent you and your work.
Skip overcomplicated layouts. Avoid free templates that scream “2010 Blogger”. Choose layouts that breathe, feel steady, and guide people clearly toward working with you.
If you want a shortcut, our Template Shop has design options made specifically for service-based businesses who want affordable website options when they’re first getting started.
Your website doesn’t exist in a vacuum. It supports everything else you’re building.
A website lets you control the story people see. Without one, you’re hoping your Instagram or LinkedIn bio is enough. Spoiler: it usually isn’t.
If you want consistent, higher-quality leads, you need a website that earns their trust before you ever get on the phone.
DIY-ing your website as a bookkeeper doesn’t mean cutting corners. It means building something thoughtful. Something that feels like you. Something that gives future clients a reason to believe you’re the right fit, before you even say a word.
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