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Built to benefit the businesses that keep our communities alive.
At East River Bookkeeping & Consulting, we believe that great businesses are built on a strong foundation of numbers, processes, and people who truly care about getting it right. We work with small and growing businesses that want their finances in order, their books accurate, and their operations running smoothly and efficiently without having to stress over it themselves. Whether you’re growing something new or optimizing what you already have, we’re here to provide a guiding presence in the background so you can get back to doing what’s most important: running and growing your business.

To provide dependable bookkeeping and operational support that helps businesses stay organized, make informed decisions, and grow with confidence.

To be a trusted long term partner for business owners known for reliability, clear communication, and financial systems that support sustainable growth.

Running a business means there are always needs to be met, customers to serve, employees to support, and decisions to make on a daily basis. Handling back-office work should not be a process of guesswork or a burden for any business owners.
East River was established to offer a strong foundation for our owners. At East River, we are committed to providing clean books, well-organized processes, and clear reporting so you don’t have to stress about whether your taxes, books, or inventory purchases are in order. Instead of stressing over your business's operational complexities, let our team of experts handle them for you.
We believe that good business management should be calm, organized, and dependable, not complicated.


East River Bookkeeping & Consulting was established by professionals who understand the challenges small business owners face. Their aim is to provide financial advice grounded in experience, relationships, and efficiency to make back-office operations as easy for our clients as possible.
Frank Capaccio is the founder of Commercial Risk Services, established in 1996 with a
client-first philosophy. With decades of experience in the insurance industry, he has built a strong reputation serving commercial clients, particularly in construction and real estate. Frank is known for his hands-on approach, exceptional service, and long-standing client relationships. His commitment to treating each business as his own has driven the firm’s growth through referrals, while maintaining a client retention rate exceeding 90 percent.
Jack Colbert, CPA, brings over 40 years of experience in both public and private accounting. He spent more than 20 years serving as CFO and COO of a healthcare development and management company, where he led financial strategy and operations. Jack specializes in small business and startup financing, with expertise in both equity and debt structures. He has deep knowledge of federal, state, and local tax regulations and a strong track record of resolving tax disputes on behalf of clients. In addition, he is experienced in payroll, HR compliance, benefit plan design, and has advised on mergers and acquisitions for both buyers and sellers.
Thomas Murray brings over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, with expertise in portfolio management, risk management, and equity research. He previously
managed approximately $1 billion in domestic equities at OppenheimerFunds and held senior roles at Prudential Investments, Citibank Private Bank, and Merrill Lynch. Tom offers a well-rounded perspective across institutional and wealth management environments. He began his career with the NYPD as an undercover officer, earning commendations that reflect the
discipline and integrity he brings to his work today.
Frank Capaccio has owned his own Private Insurance Firm for over 25 years and has been a licensed Commercial Insurance Broker for over 40 years.