Welcome to McDow Limited Bookkeeping & Payroll Services, where precision, consistency, and personal service come together to support small business owners across Amarillo, Texas. We specialize in bookkeeping and payroll, delivering peace of mind and clear financial insight so our clients can focus on what they do best—running their business. Founded by Patricia McDow, McDow Limited brings together years of hands-on experience in financial systems, payroll processes, and small business operations. Patricia’s career in the field began in 2009, and her deep expertise and client-first mindset are at the heart of everything we do today. Whether you're overwhelmed with tracking expenses or ready to offload your payroll tasks to someone you can trust, McDow Limited is here to help.
Patricia McDow began her journey in the world of financial organization in 2009, supporting local businesses that needed someone dependable to manage their day-to-day money matters. After years of gaining experience and working with a range of business owners, she saw a need for a service that could deliver clear, no-fluff bookkeeping and payroll solutions that business owners could actually understand.
In 2021, she launched McDow Limited with a clear goal: to provide simple, smart, and accurate financial support that gives Amarillo entrepreneurs more time and more confidence in their business decisions.
Patricia built the business to fill a growing need in Amarillo—business owners were trying to do it all themselves, but they needed someone who could step in, clean things up, and keep things running smoothly. That’s where McDow Limited came in.
Patricia McDow is the founder and owner of McDow Limited. Her experience goes back to 2009, when she began working with local business owners to manage their financial records and keep them on track. Over the years, she has worked across a wide range of industries and gained a reputation for being detailed, dependable, and easy to work with.
Her passion lies in helping small businesses succeed by giving them clear, timely, and well-organized records. She’s known for taking complex numbers and turning them into insights business owners can use. She’s also a Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor, which means she knows how to make the most out of one of the industry’s leading financial tools.
More than anything, Patricia believes in trust and transparency. She knows how important it is to have someone who will treat your books like they were her own—and that’s exactly how she approaches every client relationship.
At McDow Limited, we focus on two core services: bookkeeping and payroll. These may seem like behind-the-scenes tasks—but they’re essential for every growing business.
Our bookkeeping services help you keep accurate and organized records of your business finances. We take the time-consuming, confusing work off your plate and deliver reports and insights you can actually use.
We handle:
✅ Tracking and categorizing income and expenses
✅ Monthly bank and credit card reconciliations
✅Financial reporting (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and more)
✅QuickBooks setup and support
✅Historical data cleanup and corrections
✅Sales tax tracking and preparation
✅Custom solutions for your specific industry
Whether you're starting fresh or cleaning up years of disorganized files, we can step in and get your records in shape.
We also offer full-service payroll support for businesses of all sizes. You don’t need to worry about calculations, tax filings, or employee paychecks—we’ve got it covered.
We offer:
✅Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly payroll processing
✅Direct deposit setup and delivery
✅State and federal payroll tax filings
✅W-2 and 1099 preparation
✅Employee time tracking and reporting
✅Payroll recordkeeping and compliance support
We’ll make sure your employees are paid correctly and on time—and that you’re meeting all of your payroll-related responsibilities.
To give Amarillo small businesses the clarity, support, and confidence they need to make informed decisions and stay financially strong.
We’re here to remove stress from your back-office tasks—so you can get back to focusing on your customers, your team, and your growth.
These are the values that shape the way we work, every day:
Accuracy – We believe the details matter. Every dollar is tracked, every report is double-checked, and every number has a purpose.
Clarity – We help our clients understand their financial position without overwhelming them with jargon or unnecessary complexity.
Consistency – We show up on time, meet every deadline, and keep your systems running smoothly.
Trust – We treat your financial data with the same care and confidentiality as our own.
Partnership – We don’t just work for you—we work with you. We care about your goals and your business just as much as you do.
We’re proud to support a diverse group of clients across Amarillo and the Texas Panhandle. Whether you're a one-person operation or managing a growing team, we have the tools and experience to help.
Industries we commonly serve include:
Construction & Contracting – We help track project expenses, labor costs, and vendor payments.
Home Builders – We provide clear records for complex job flows and multi-stage projects.
Landscaping & Lawn Care – We handle seasonal fluctuations and help businesses plan around busy times.
Hair Salons & Stylists – We manage commission tracking, appointment income, and retail sales.
Hospitality – We help hotels and motels manage multiple streams of revenue and payroll for staff.
Retail & Services – We keep inventory, vendor payments, and daily transactions in check.
Choosing someone to manage your books and payroll is a big decision. Here's why Amarillo business owners trust us:
We're based in Amarillo and understand the specific needs of businesses in our area. We’re just a phone call or email away—and we’re part of the same community you are.
Even though McDow Limited was founded in 2021, Patricia has been in the field since 2009. That experience means you get proven solutions backed by years of practice.
We help business owners save over 100 hours per year by handling their financial records, reporting, and payroll. That’s time you can spend serving customers, developing products, or just taking a break.
We offer clear, flat-rate packages with no hidden fees—so you always know what to expect.
You won’t get passed from rep to rep. When you work with McDow Limited, you get a real relationship with someone who knows your business and your books.
If you’re tired of chasing receipts, stressing over payroll deadlines, or wondering where your business really stands—let’s talk. At McDow Limited, we’re ready to step in, take over the back-end tasks, and give you peace of mind.
📍 Based in Amarillo, Texas
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