The Modern Ledger
The Modern Ledger is a virtual bookkeeping firm based in Indianapolis, Indiana, dedicated to helping small business owners, entrepreneurs, and self-employed professionals feel confident and stay in control of their finances.

MEET THE FOUNDER
Hi, I’m Jackie, founder of The Modern Ledger and a lifelong numbers person. For more than 25 years, I’ve built my career in accounting, finance, payroll, and bookkeeping, helping organizations maintain accurate financial records, streamline financial operations, and improve business processes.
My experience includes working for some of the world’s largest companies– including Walmart, Sony, and Coca-Cola, where I specialized in accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, payroll tax compliance, financial reporting, financial system implementations, and process improvement. Working with organizations of every size and industry has given me a deep understanding of what it takes to keep financial operations running accurately and efficiently.
Today, I bring that same corporate-level expertise to small businesses, entrepreneurs, and self-employed professionals. I believe every business deserves timely financial information, organized books, and a trusted advisor who genuinely cares about its success. Whether you need ongoing bookkeeping, payroll support, account reconciliations, or help cleaning up your books, my goal is to provide accurate financial records that give you confidence in your numbers.
Why I Started The Modern Ledger
After years of working inside businesses, I saw firsthand the real consequences of disorganized finances. I watched companies incur avoidable liens, penalties, and interest ranging from thousands to millions of dollars because deadlines were missed, records weren’t properly maintained, or financial processes broke down. In some cases, unresolved compliance issues prevented businesses from obtaining or renewing the licenses they needed to continue operating. I also witnessed a business owner’s personal credit suffer because financial obligations weren’t properly managed. Throughout my career, I was frequently called upon to untangle bookkeeping and accounting issues left behind by previous employees or third-party providers, restoring accurate financial records and helping businesses regain compliance and financial stability.
Today’s accounting and payroll software is powerful, but software alone doesn’t make sound financial decisions or keep a business compliant. The difference is the knowledge and experience of the person behind the keyboard. Knowing what questions to ask, recognizing potential issues before they become costly problems, and understanding how to resolve challenges when they arise are what truly protect your business.
That’s where I bring value. I don’t simply enter transactions—I help ensure your financial processes support your business goals, comply with applicable requirements, and keep your business moving forward with confidence.
Ready to Feel More Confident About Your Books?
If you’re ready to trade stress and uncertainty for clarity and calm, I’d love to learn more about your business. The first step is a free, no-pressure evaluation where we’ll talk through your current setup, your challenges, and your goals.
Schedule your free evaluation by reaching out in the way that’s easiest for you:
Email: tmlbookkeepinginfo@gmail.com
Phone or Text: (317) 303-1040
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. EST