"I've had the pleasure of knowing Kai Bates for over seven years. When I first approached Kai, I had significant concerns about bookkeeping for my business. He truly went above and beyond to ensure everything was done correctly, helping me get—and keep—my books organized and accurate.

Kai is my secret weapon when it comes to handling areas I’m unfamiliar with, whether it's bookkeeping, IRS matters, or even occasional personal advice! He always ensures I clearly understand the situation and reassures me that my issues will be handled efficiently and professionally. That level of care goes a long way for me.

I'm genuinely grateful to know Kai and consider him an invaluable part of my team. Much appreciation!"

Nery Vicente, Owner | Nery's Elite Carpentry

“Kai Bates and Let’s Mind The GAAP have been an essential partner in keeping our business organized and optimized. Their expert bookkeeping, payroll management, and tax, supports us for a smooth and efficient operation. Kai’s in-depth tax advice has been invaluable, helping us navigate complex regulations while maximizing savings. He stepped in at a critical time when our firm needed high-level accounting cleanup and broad financial assistence. His flexibility, professionalism, and dedication made him a trusted partner we could rely on every step of the way.”

Neusha N. Ghaedi, Managing Partner & Attorney | DeMartini Walker & Ghaedi

“I’ve worked with Let’s Mind the GAAP for many years and always had a positive experience. Kai and his team are responsive, knowledgable, and easy to work with. They go beyond “just the numbers” to also offer analysis and insights. Plus they’re well connected with other providers who can assist with payroll, investing, and similar adjacent projects. Happy to recommend Let’s Mind the GAAP to friends and colleagues!”

- Joseph Goodman, Owner of Goodman Games LLC

"I have worked with Let’s Mind the GAAP for many years. Kai started as our bookkeeper, but we soon realized that he could offer more services for us. He has taken on tax preparation and bill paying for our organization. Kai is very responsive, understands the needs of non-profits, and I leave every meeting better informed because of the amount of time he spends explaining and reviewing our books and taxes with me. Kai has been a true pleasure to work with over the years."

Alison Howard, Board Member | Marin County Library Foundation 

"I highly recommend Let’s Mind the GAAP for your accounting and tax needs, whether for business or personal matters. Kai has demonstrated a strong understanding of all aspects of bookkeeping, accounting, and tax-related issues. The nonprofit I work for has contracted with him since 2018, and I work with him directly, often relying on his expertise. As a nonprofit with government revenue sources, we undergo an annual audit by a third-party CPA, and every audit has been clean with no findings. We also contract for on-site services, and Kai is always timely, professional, and pleasant to work with. His communication with staff and vendors is consistently clear and professional."

Diana Wilkins, Operations Manager/Human Resources | Family Works