Ceterus

Ceterus is a franchise-focused accounting and bookkeeping technology company headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina. The company has built a comprehensive platform that delivers done-for-you bookkeeping and financial reporting services specifically designed for franchise owners and small business entrepreneurs. By combining automation technology with professional accounting expertise, Ceterus helps franchisees manage their financials efficiently without the traditional spreadsheet chaos that typically comes with small business accounting.

The company serves over 1,000 customers across more than 2,000 locations, working with well-known franchise brands including Orangetheory Fitness, Jersey Mike's, Jimmy John's, Club Pilates, European Wax Center, and many others. Ceterus's platform automatically pulls data from banks, point-of-sale systems, payroll providers, and credit cards, applying consistent categorization and reconciling accounts to deliver accurate, on-time financial statements. The company also offers Ceterus Insights, an AI-powered analytics tool that provides brand-wide benchmarking and cohort-based performance insights for franchisors and franchisees alike.