Transportation Accounting
Financial clarity is the difference between surviving and scaling.
Stop Losing Money
To Bad Bookkeeping.
Poor accounting is one of the top reasons new carriers fail. Trucking isn't a standard business, you are dealing with highly variable income and volatile operating expenses.
Even if you plan to manage your own books at the start, you need a system to track your revenue and expenses from day one. That's why every free account includes access to Forgebooks, our beta financial tracking tool to help you build solid controls early.
But when you are ready, a good trucking accountant doesn't cost you money, they make you money. A standard local CPA won't understand commercial per-diems or IFTA. We've partnered with the best transportation accounting firm in the industry to maximize your tax returns and scale your fleet.
Solutions For Every Stage
Start for free, and unlock exclusive pricing when you're ready to hand off the paperwork.
Track your P&L, input costs, and manage your revenue table directly from your dashboard to establish good financial controls early.
Full-service bookkeeping, tax prep, and financial advisory built specifically for owner-operators and motor carriers.
Because we leverage the buying power of our entire network, CarrierForge members receive a massive 18% discount on professional accounting.
Why Trucking Needs Specialized Accounting
General business bookkeeping won't cut it. Your carrier needs financial management built for the road.
Seamless Pro Handoff
By starting with Forgebooks, you keep your data organized from day one. When you're ready to hire our CPA partners, the transition is smooth and painless.
The Per-Diem Advantage
Most local CPAs completely miss driver per-diem rules. Properly claiming these daily allowances drastically reduces your taxable income and saves you thousands.
IFTA & Fuel Taxes
Tracking state-by-state mileage and fuel purchases is a massive headache. Proper accounting ensures you never overpay or miss a quarterly reporting deadline.
Heavy Highway Use Tax
Trucking carries unique federal burdens. Ensure your Form 2290 and other specialized federal and state transportation taxes are filed accurately and on time.
Profit & CPM Tracking
Know your exact Cost-Per-Mile. When you have clean data and understand your true break-even point, you can negotiate better rates with freight brokers.
Audit Protection
Stay off the IRS's radar. Bulletproof your bookkeeping so you have clean, compliant records ready to go if you ever face an unexpected commercial audit.
Ready to Secure Your Financial Foundation?
Create your free account today. Access Forgebooks to start tracking your P&L immediately, and claim your 18% discount on industry-leading accounting services when you're ready to grow.
What our clients say
Over 2,400 trucking operators have used CarrierForge to get legally operating and earning.
"I highly recommend CarrierForge to anyone looking to get into trucking. They make the process seamless. From filing for authorities to educating you to the regulations of the industry, and even connecting you with companies and services that can benefit your business. 5 stars is an understatement."
"They helped me with everything I needed to get started from creating my company name and getting my LLC … I have been out on the road making deliveries for other companies, I passed my first DOT Inspection, so everything is going great. If you are looking for a great company to have in your corner, CarrierForge is the way to go."
"Excellent customer service and quick to respond, efficient, friendly and price competitive. If you are in the transportation and logistics business and you need to set up a company, they will take you through the entire process hassle free. I greatly recommend their services."
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