When it comes to finding a bookkeeper, there are some things to keep in mind. Do you feel comfortable with this person? Remember they are going to be dealing with your finances on a daily basis so this should be someone you trust. Does this person have a good reputation? Check out their reviews online. Finally, is the price right for you? Bookkeeping is something that can make or break your business. Good bookkeeping is worth its price and can be cheaper in the long run, compared to a huge cleanup after a poor bookkeeping job. Also, the value that accurate bookkeeping gives you can help your business grow exponentially. Let’s get into where you can find a good bookkeeper.
If you prefer someone local, start by asking your own clients, if they are business owners as well, or the small businesses where you buy supplies from or outsource your work. With this, you can learn from the customer themselves if they are satisfied with the bookkeeper’s service and learn more about their pricing.
Local networking is also a great way to find a good bookkeeper, whether they belong to your networking group or someone in your group knows a local bookkeeper.
One easy way to find a bookkeeper is to do a google search for someone near you. With this way, you will be able to see their online reviews and check out their website before you talk with them.
Another final way to find a local bookkeeper is by using the Quickbooks Online ProAdvisor: Find an Accountant and filtering it to only those near you. This is also a platform with reviews for the bookkeepers and you can also learn of the different services that they provide to find the one that works best for you.
Although we are moving into post-COVID, virtual is still very relevant, especially in the accounting world. If staying local isn’t important to you, there are a few options for you to find someone without much effort on your side. Upwork is an online platform where you can list a job that you have, such as needing a bookkeeper, and freelancing bookkeepers will give you their bid for the job along with a proposal describing themselves and how they serve their clients. Another similar platform is Thumbtack, where you can go through a list of bookkeeping freelancers to find the one that looks right for you and your business.
No matter where you go to find your bookkeeper, it is so important to remember that this is a relationship that you will be building, not a one-time deal. If the person you are speaking to isn’t a good fit for you or your business, then save your time and energy and find someone that matches with you and your identity.
Let me know in the comments where you found your bookkeeper or the struggles you’re having with finding the perfect one!
