Bookkeeping

QuickBooks Live is often the first online bookkeeping service business owners look to when they don’t have the time or resources to hire someone in-house to manage their books. Despite its popularity, QuickBooks Live isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution.

Both Pilot and Bench offer bookkeeping services that link your financial accounts and record transactions. How do you decide which is a better fit for your small business?

Get a free excel bookkeeping template for small business owners, plus a quick and painless guide to doing your own bookkeeping.

How to automate your bookkeeping, and save time and money.

When you get an EIDL loan, you need to stay current with your bookkeeping. Here's how.

Journal entries record the day-to-day financial activities of your business. Here's why that matters.

Bookkeepers and accountants share common goals, but they support your business in different stages of the financial cycle. Here's how.

A simple, visual guide to debits and credits. Beginners welcome.

This comparison of a popular DIY bookkeeping product and Bench's full-service online solution will help you choose which is best for your small business.

Worried you messed up your books? Don't sweat it. Almost every entrepreneur makes at least one bookkeeping blunder while they're learning the ropes.

Law firm bookkeeping can be tricky. If you’re not sure where to start, these best practices can help.

At Bench, we understand the complexities of starting and running a business and that blending personal and business finances is sometimes inevitable even if it’s not in line with your business structure. Our seamless solution caters to your unique needs, providing the tools to still maintain proper and compliant books. Whether you operate as a sole proprietorship, partnership, LLC, or corporation, Bench has you covered.

How does up-to-date bookkeeping benefit your business? We thought you'd never ask.

Wondering which online bookkeeping service is best for your business? This in-depth comparison of Xendoo and Bench will help you decide!

Weigh the pros and cons of a DIY QuickBooks accounting setup for Shopify sellers. Learn about the features that make it easy to use, and assess if it's the right fit for your business.

Do you really need to catch up on old bookkeeping? Or just focus on the future? Here’s your answer.

Sage Accounting is a popular option used by accounting firms and small businesses both. We examine their pricing, software and packages. Read our review of Sage's accounting services to see if it is the right solution for your business.

You became a therapist because you enjoy working with patients—not crunching numbers. Here are some basic best practices to streamline your bookkeeping so your private practice can thrive.

We'll indulge your fantasy of what would happen if you stopped doing bookkeeping. But it's not a pretty picture.

Bench offers more comprehensive bookkeeping, accounting, and tax support to Amazon sellers than DIY accounting solutions like QuickBooks.

Knowing your finances during a recession is especially important. Your Bench reports have all the essential information.

If the month-end close process feels like a mountain of tedious admin, you're not alone. Our closing checklist can help you scale the summit with ease.

One of Bench's partners, tax professional and Enrolled Agent Adam Short, shares why bookkeeping is so important to the tax resolution process.

Follow these 6 steps to get your financial records tax-ready and comply with IRS requirements. Learn how to streamline your process and make bookkeeping manageable.

As an Amazon seller, you may find bookkeeping for your ecommerce business a little daunting. Here's how (and why!) to stay on top of your books.

If your small business receipts are piling up, an expense tracker will help you stay organized and on top of your expenses. We have a few helpful suggestions.

Ready to upgrade your small business bookkeeping from Excel? We break down the features and costs of the 8 best bookkeeping software options available.

Managing your books probably isn't the reason you opened your Etsy store, but this list of practical bookkeeping tips can help you stay up-to-date without taking too much time away from the fun parts of Etsy selling.

One of the most common decisions our clients make is choosing between Bench or their CPA’s in-house bookkeeping services. To help you determine the best option for your business, we’ve rounded up the ins and outs of both here.

Adjusting entries keep everything in balance, making sure your expenses and revenue are accurate and up to date.

What’s the difference between Bench, and a traditional bookkeeper? We thought you’d never ask.

Bench is bookkeeping done for you. QuickBooks is...not. Here's a full breakdown of the differences between Bench and DIY software.

Everything you need to know about switching from DIY to done-for-you bookkeeping.

As a business owner, you know that you need to keep a document trail for tax purposes. But what do you need to keep to satisfy IRS receipt requirements?

If your business uses cash, receipts aren't optional.

Learn what cash flow is, why it's crucial for your business, and discover strategies to manage your cash flow for better financial health and stability.

Discover what a general ledger is, the various types of general ledger accounts, and why they are essential for your small business's financial health.

What’s the difference between personal and business bookkeeping, and which one do you actually need?

Can you really afford a bookkeeper? The answer is probably yes. We look at the true cost of doing your own books, and why it usually makes sense to have someone else do it for you.

Bookkeeping may not stir excitement deep in your heart, but it also shouldn’t strike fear—this simple guide walks you through all of the basics.

Do your own books, they said. It'll be easy, they said.

Tired of keeping track of your entire business in your head? It's time to start tracking your business expenses.

Bank reconciliations might be boring, but they'll save your sanity at tax time.

We break down the ins and outs of a bookkeeper’s role and why a good one is worth their weight in gold.

You already know you need to hire a bookkeeper. Here's your guide to finding the right one.

If bookkeeping isn't your favorite activity, you're not alone. Crunch the numbers a bit faster with these bookkeeping tips to help simplify the process.

If you’re suffering from any of these symptoms, it’s probably time to hire a bookkeeper.

Expense, debit, credit, or asset? Let's cover one of the most fundamental principles of small business bookkeeping: how to categorize business transactions.

Your clients need help with bookkeeping and you’re wondering if Bench is the right fit? We’ve compiled some common questions and info here for tax professionals working with Bench.

If you're a CPA or tax professional, learn more about how you can empower your clients to bring complete bookkeeping for tax filing with Bench.

On the fence about Bench? Here's an inside look at how we do your books.

Virtual bookkeeping is the latest thing. Here's what it is, and how to hire a good bookkeeper online.

When you’re ready to dump DIY bookkeeping and outsource to a pro, you’ve got a few options. We break down what's best for you.