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Should you hire a Controller or a Bookkeeper?

Basis 365

They record transactions, reconcile accounts, and generate financial statements. In addition, bookkeepers typically handle day-to-day financial tasks such as invoicing, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. If you're a small business with basic accounting needs, you may be able to get by with just a bookkeeper.

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Migrating From QuickBooks to Sage Intacct

MineralTree

But the right accounts payable (AP) automation solution can help bridge the gap for a smooth migration process, ensuring data accuracy and consistency—and an overall more efficient AP process. QuickBooks offers a user-friendly interface and basic accounting functionality suitable for smaller organizations.

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Startup Accounting Guide: Everything You Need to Know in 2022

Accounting Seed

If you complete work for a customer in March but get paid in April, under accrual accounting you’d record the payment in March, but with cash accounting you’d record it in April. Most small businesses use cash accounting because it’s simpler. There’s no accounts receivable or accounts payable ledger—only money received or paid.