About Back Office by Design

Back Office by Design is a boutique operations and bookkeeping consultancy built for small businesses that value precision, partnership, and elevated support. Founded by Kristie, a seasoned strategist with a gift for transforming chaos into clarity, the firm blends premium bookkeeping, administrative refinement, and thoughtful operational design to help business owners reclaim their time and strengthen the backbone of their companies.

At Back Office by Design, every engagement is intentionally crafted. From cleanup and catch‑up work to ongoing financial organization, from branded systems to executive‑level administrative support, the focus is always the same: create a back office that feels calm, consistent, and built to scale. Clients trust the firm not only for its technical expertise, but for its warm, collaborative approach—one that honors the story, personality, and goals of each business served.

A Legacy of Trust: 47th Street Bookkeeping & Tax Prep

Back Office by Design proudly carries forward the legacy of 47th Street Bookkeeping & Tax Prep, a long‑standing, community‑rooted practice known for its reliability, accuracy, and personal touch. After years of serving local families and small businesses with integrity and care, 47th Street’s bookkeeping operations transitioned under the Back Office by Design umbrella—ensuring continuity for clients while elevating the service experience with modern systems, refined processes, and a boutique-level standard of support.

This integration honors the history of 47th Street while expanding its future. Clients benefit from the same trusted expertise they’ve relied on for years, now enhanced with the strategic, design‑forward approach that defines Back Office by Design.