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The Differences Between Bookkeepers and Accountants
Bookkeepers and Accountants have a close relationship and have the same goals but have different roles. The bookkeeper has a duty to keep financial records correct and up to date. The accountant's duty is to use this information to analyze finances and provide financial advice or advice.
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Comparison of Bookkeepers and Accountants
| Bookkeeper | Accountants |
| Record all financial transactions, including sales, purchases, and payments correctly and regularly. | Use financial reports recorded by the Bookkeeper to analyze data and provide financial advice. |
| Requires a high level of accuracy for details in recording transactions. | Generally do not record transactions, but participate in reviewing and analyzing data recorded by the Bookkeeper |
| Responsible for preparing financial reports such as balance sheet and profit and loss. | Using financial reports, analyzing and interpreting data. |
| Responsible for ensuring financial data is correct and in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. | Provide guidance on compliance with regulations, taxation, and ensure compliance with bookkeeping rules. |
| It is generally not necessary to have a formal education or certification. | Generally it is necessary to have a bachelor's degree and professional certification such as a CPA (Certified Public Accountant) |
Does your business need bookkeepers and accountants?
Every small and medium business owner should consider using the services of a professional accountant to help with tax returns at a minimum. In terms of bookkeeping, business owners can handle it themselves. Modern software such as Swift, QuickBooks and Xero can make it easier to record financial transactions correctly. With business development, having a bookkeeper can help lighten things up and take the time to focus on business.
In conclusion, the bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining correct and up-to-date financial records. And accountants use financial data recorded by the bookkeeper to analyze and provide financial advice. Bookkeepers and accountants have important roles, but have different tasks and expertise.
