If you own a business, understanding accounting terms is not likely at the top of your list. It’s understandable; you may be juggling several responsibilities at once or simply do not have the time. Besides, if you pay an accountant or bookkeeper to manage your books, why do you need to know this stuff? A […]
Category Archives: General Business
Bookkeeping, General Business, Outsourcing
What are the challenges when you outsource your accounting?
15
Mar
Mar
It’s not possible to give every element of your construction business the time and attention it deserves. You’ve been trying to handle your finances on your own but it’s become overwhelming and you’re not even sure you’re doing everything right. Wouldn’t you rather devote all your energy to things you excel at and actually enjoy? […]
30
Nov
Nov
You know that tracking your business vehicle expenses is important. But you have questions. Can I use my personal vehicle for business? What types of vehicle expenses should I track? Should I track mileage or actual expenses? We hear these types of questions often. In this article, we provide some answers and discuss some tips […]
08
Nov
Nov
As a business owner, you may feel that your business runs you rather than you run your business. You want to change your approach so that things are different in the future. Setting a specific goal and making a plan to achieve that goal can make it so things will be different in the future. […]
01
Jun
Jun
You have worked hard, and the results have paid off- your business is showing a modest profit. You know you have the drive and determination to take your company to the next level, but you want more than just immediate results. You want your business and your employees to be happy and successful while also […]
04
May
May
You may never have given too much thought to the saving of your payroll records. There will be many times that you need them. Here we will share with you our recommendations regarding the saving of your payroll records. We’ll consider the answers to these questions:. Why should you save your payroll records? When should […]
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Apr
Apr
You have finalized your bookkeeping and have closed or locked your books for last year. But what needs to be done if you discover that something needs to be changed in your closed books? Does closing the books mean that you cannot change any of the information from the past? Closing your books protects you […]
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Mar
Mar
You receive bank statements every month either electronically or in the mail. Saving all your statements seems unnecessary. Do you really need to save them? Keeping your bank statements is always a good idea. What are the benefits of holding onto your bank statements? Is there any way to make statement storage simpler? We will […]
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Feb
Feb
You know you need accurate information to make good business decisions. You have been using an accounting system and are able to generate reports. Your reports should provide you with the information you need but you are unsure if your numbers are accurate. Two of the most common accounting reports are the balance sheet and the profit […]
09
Feb
Feb
According to your profit and loss (also known as an income statement), your business is showing a profit. However, when you look at your bank balance, it shows a lot less than the amount of profit you supposedly made. What happened to your profit? When reviewing reports with our clients, this question comes up often. […]