Why Use an Independent Bookkeeper/Accountant?

    Quite often I get asked why businesses should use an independent bookkeeper/accountant when they tend to cost slightly more per hour than an actual employee.  While an independent bookkeeper/accountant typically charges more per hour and an employee gets paid on average $15-$18 per hour, the employee is actually costing you quite a bit more than the initial $15-$18 that most people focus on.  

    An independent contractor charges per hour and costs the business only the exact amount charged.  They receive a form 1099 at the end of the year and must file and pay their own taxes on the money the business paid them.  Unlike an independent contractor, an employee costs the business:

    1.) Their hourly wage

    2.) Federal employment taxes

    3.) State employment taxes

    4.) Workers compensation insurance

    5.) Liability insurance

    6.) Holiday pay (if offered)

    7.) Vacation pay (if offered)

    8.) Sick pay (if offered)

  

    As you can see, an employee actually ends up costing the company more, for the same amount of work.

    Aside from cost, there are more reasons to use an outside bookkeeper.  One being that you, as the business owner, receive an unbiased opinion and forecast on your business' financial situation. Also, the independent bookkeeper/accountant has a reputation to uphold for the interest of their own company and will typically work harder and be more detailed in their work, as the biggest form of advertisement for an independent bookkeeper/accountant is word of mouth and their business is built solely on their reputation. 

End Of Year Approaching!

It's that time of year again! 

    Nearing the end of the 4th quarter. Are your books ready for your Tax Preparer? Now is the time to get things in order so you don't have to stress! Call or email today and I can get your books in order by end of year.

TAX EXTENSION DEADLINE!!!

It's that time of year again......TAX TIME!  If you filed an extension for your 2012 tax year, it is due OCTOBER 15, 2013.  Now's the time to get everything together and organized so your tax accountant can file that return.  Don't be late!!!!  Feel free to give a call or email if you have a mess you need cleaned up in order to prepare your taxes, it's what I do!

Services Offered

    At "Scott's Bookkeeping Service" I offer a full range of bookkeeping services.  My main goal is to make sure you are as organized as possible, while freeing up your time to concentrate on making your business money, instead of paperwork.  

Services Include, but not limited to the following:

    *Payroll

    *Accounts Payable

    *Accounts Receivable

    *Account Reconciliation

    *Budget Consulting

    *Virtual Bookkeeping

    *Prior Years' Bookkeeping Re-creation

    *Quickbooks Training

    *Quickbooks Clean-up
    *Administrative Services

Pricing:

    As each company has different needs, Pricing will vary.  Most commonly work off of flat monthly fee similar to a "retainer".  Please e-mail, text or call for a free consultation!

NOW OFFERING VIRTUAL BOOKKEEPING!

What is Virtual Bookkeeping?
    Virtual bookkeeping is the most efficient form of bookkeeping.  Virtual bookkeeping allows you to have your records maintained and ready for tax season with ease.  Virtual bookkeeping also saves you office space, time and most importantly.....MONEY!

How it works:
   A simple two step process:

         1.) Scan your documents
                  *Bank Statements
                  *Credit Card Statements
                  *Invoices
                  *Sales Receipts
                  *Bills
                  *Checks Written
                  *Etc.

          2.) Email. THAT'S IT!!!

    Once the info is sent to me, I will process all work from my office and send all financial reports to you.  I even send your company file to your CPA or Tax Accountant at years' end to make your tax filing process as simple as can be.  That's how easy it is. No headaches.  No added costs.  No valuable time lost on your end while you can be making more money for your business!

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