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The Difference between Bookkeeping and Accounting

SMBAccountant

Bookkeeping and accounting are often used interchangeably when describing a process of recording financial transactions for a business, but they are not the same functions. Auditors provide opinions on the accuracy and reasonableness of financial statements. None of these tasks are done by bookkeepers.

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Why you should have separate bookkeepers and tax accountants

Basis 365

You have two options to achieve this goal: hire a professional or have a year-end accounting firm handle your bookkeeping. Before we get into the reasons, let's first look at how the duties of accountants and bookkeepers differ. Your business could be at risk if your accountant handles your bookkeeping records.

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Bookkeeping is The Minimum

Basis 365

When you run a business, bookkeeping is the minimum. Bookkeeping is compliance work. The IRS wants you to comply by having good books and records to substantiate the amounts you put on your business tax return. Bookkeeping only for compliance purposes is a mistake. You need to move beyond bookkeeping.

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Should you hire a Controller or a Bookkeeper?

Basis 365

Two of the most important roles are the bookkeeper and the controller. In this blog, we'll explore the differences between a bookkeeper and a controller and help you determine which role(s) you need for your business. What is a Bookkeeper? They record transactions, reconcile accounts, and generate financial statements.

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What’s the difference between accounting and bookkeeping?

Reckon

Much like those people who don’t understand the difference between Aussie rules, league and association football and call them all footy, a number of small business owners use the terms accounting and bookkeeping interchangeably. An easy start is to say that an accountant can be a bookkeeper but a bookkeeper isn’t an accountant.

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How Does Online Bookkeeping Work?

xendoo

Small business owners around the world are migrating to cloud-based bookkeeping software to keep their financial records and reports organized and accessible. Even with the help of bookkeeping software, it takes financial expertise to put the data into context and use it to make informed decisions. Going Digital.

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Year-End Bookkeeping and Accounting Checklist for Small Business Owners

xendoo

Between catching their breath after tax season and managing holiday traffic and sales, year-end bookkeeping and accounting tasks understandably fall to the bottom of the to-do list. . Accurate records ensure reliable financial statements. Employees need this information to file their personal tax returns. .