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Finding The Right Bookkeeping Services In Utah

Written by Matt Roberge | Apr 12, 2012 2:49:00 PM
What are the key questions to ask when looking for bookkeeping services in Utah? Finding the right bookkeeping service for your business is critical. There are three important questions to ask. Remember, getting off to the right start requires action on both your part and on that of the Utah bookkeeping services.

Is My Bookkeeping Service the Right Size? – There are a wide range of options for bookkeeping services in Utah. Some are tiny mom n’ pop shops; some are huge multinational corporations. Sadly the latter is becoming the regular. But where does your business fit in this mix? You may want a little more up-to-date accounting than a handwritten ledger, but, on the other hand, you may not want to just be a number in a database. Is your bookkeeping company the right size for you?

How is My Bookkeeping Service Keeping Track of Me? – Does your bookkeeping rep have 1,000 other clients? Or, do they know your business well and know you and other facts about you? You may not want to have your bookkeeper over for dinner but you also don’t want to be forgotten. The sweet spot for your business and your needs may be that your bookkeeper remembers you like an old friend, but doesn't call you on every detail. How well does your bookkeeper keep track of you?

Are Your Expectations Clear? A bookkeeper is responsible for seeing that all of your business transactions are recorded in the various accounts and that everything is reconciled.  To help your bookkeeper succeed in his or her job, it is essential that job duties and expectations are clearly defined. Coming up with these may be challenging and will vary between businesses.  However, establishing clear expectations and deliverables will save you time and headaches down the road.

Changing bookkeepers may be what your business needs right now. For that reason if you are going to consider changing your bookkeeper you should do so with confidence. Yes changing your bookkeeping service may be a challenge, but the peace of mind it brings to you knowing your business finances are being handled to your expectations are worth it.

Here's the big question: Does your current bookkeeping service in Utah clearly fit with your company's needs?