Better Business Management through the use of online outsourced bookkeeping services. These secure online services save business time and money.
According to a LinkedIn survey, 70% of SMBs have hired freelancers in the past, and 81% plan to do so again in the future. These numbers should not be surprising considering the many benefits of bringing on independent contractors rather than full-time employees. Hiring freelancers can be a great way to access talent from…
If you’re like most businesses, then there’s a good chance that you offer credit terms to some of your customers. This is known as your accounts receivable or AR as it represents the balance of money owed to a firm for goods delivered or services rendered but not yet paid for by customers. In…
While we don’t recommend doing the books on your own (unless you’ve got an accounting background), it’s still important to have a good grasp on the drivers of your business finances. That being said, let’s take a look at the 23 bookkeeping terms every small business owner should know. Accounts receivable – many businesses…
Whether you use accounting software like Quickbooks, an Excel spreadsheet or your an old school ledger book, the ultimate goal of bookkeeping is to reconcile a trial balance. Said another way, the final total of debits and credits must match in order to complete the reconciliation of your accounts. As you may already be aware,…
“Doing the books” is not something that comes naturally to most small business owners. However, it is one of those critical tasks that can make or break your business in the long run. If you don’t already have a robust system in place for tracking your everyday financials, then keep reading to learn the basics…
Manually tracking employee hours is a time-consuming and inefficient process that can lead to costly errors. But what if there was a better solution that would improve efficiency, boost employee productivity and ensure compliance? Keep reading to learn the top five benefits of switching to an automated time tracking solution. Eliminates Manual Processes …
Calculating withholding taxes is arguably the most challenging aspect of administering payroll. One wrong move could result in costly errors, penalties or worse case scenario, an IRS audit. So how do you failsafe your business in an environment with ever-changing tax laws, especially in light of the newest major tax reform — the Tax Cuts…
Starting your own business sounds like a path to freedom. Pursuing your passions, being your own boss, setting your own hours — does it get any better than that? Despite the rewards of owning a business, it’s not right for everyone. Not everyone can succeed in business. It requires a certain type of person to…