Does every business need a bookkeeper?

You likely require a bookkeeper if you’re spending more than a few hours on your bookkeeping each month—and certainly each week. By working with a bookkeeper, you can spend more time adding value to your business and make decisions faster.

Can I do my bookkeeping on my own?

You can, but businesses that DIY their bookkeeping may be unaware of the hidden costs that can come with inefficiency, human error or missed opportunities and insights.

Is bookkeeping just simple data entry?

Depending on your unique situation, a bookkeeper will do anything from leading vendor relationships to informing cross-enterprise reporting. Learn more about this and other common misconceptions about bookkeeping services.

ACCOUNTING & BOOKKEEPING

Full Charge Bookkeeping Services

Every stage of business adds a new dimension to your books.

A seasoned full charge bookkeeper lets you get back to business knowing you’ll never miss a beat—with instant, accurate, end-to-end ownership over your finances.

Bookkeeper vs Controller

Small Business & Startups

How It Works

What is a Full Charge Bookkeeper?

Full charge bookkeeping, also known as full service bookkeeping, goes beyond the standard responsibilities of a bookkeeper. A full charge bookkeeper takes responsibility for the full accounting cycle and all of a company’s finance activities.

Full charge bookkeepers provide a spectrum of services. This
includes:

Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable to view financial position
Maintaining tax compliance through effective payroll management.
Generating basic financial statements and reports for management.
Reconciling accounts and ensuring a quick, accurate month-end close.
Monitoring and managing cash flow to spot changes from business-as-usual.
Overseeing accounting clerks when necessary.

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Bookkeeper vs Controller

Full Charge Bookkeeper vs. Controller:
What’s the Difference?

A full charge bookkeeper and a controller are both capable of leading an accounting function, but they provide different value at different business stages. Which professional is right for your business?

	Full Charge Bookkeeper	Certified Public Accountant	Financial Controller

Transaction Processing(AP/AR, payroll, etc.)
Account Reconciliations
Basic Financial Statements
Cash Flow Monitoring
Tax Return & Audit Prep
Month-end Close
Analysis & Advisory (tax, cash flow, etc.)
Customized Reporting
Compliance (GAAP, etc.)
Team Management, Hiring & Training
Controls & Standard Operating Procedures
ERP Implementation

Full Charge Bookkeeper	Certified Public Accountant	Financial Controller
Transaction Processing (AP/AR, payroll, etc.)

Account Reconciliations

Basic Financial Statements

Cash Flow Monitoring

Tax Return & Audit Prep

Month-end Close

Analysis & Advisory (tax, cash flow, etc.)

Customized Reporting

Compliance (GAAP, etc.)

Team Management, Hiring & Training

Controls & Standard Operating Procedures

ERP Implementation

Not a core function, but has the ability to perform these functions if necessary

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Beginner Bookkeeping for Small Business & Startups

If you’re a small business or a young startup, revisiting some basic concepts will help you set up your bookkeeping for success.

Begin with a clear understanding of:

The accounting cycle and the steps to close each fiscal period.

The differences in cash vs. accrual basis accounting and when to use them.

Your business structure and its implications for payroll and tax.

The chart of accounts and the information it provides.

How Does Outsourced Bookkeeping Work?

Enjoy the flexibility that a freelance bookkeeper brings without the hiccups. Get the most value from an outsourced bookkeeper by streamlining the process.

Assess

Determine the background and level of expertise required to address your needs.

Budget

Define the scope of work and how to execute cost effectively with the right resource model.

Onboard

Simplify collaboration by aligning processes and setting the right expectations.

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Paro’s AI-powered platform optimizes talent matching, speeds up processes and unlocks data-driven insights to solve immediate and long-term business challenges like never before.

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expertise

Streamlined
onboarding

Full project management
support

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ACCOUNTING & BOOKKEEPING

Full Charge Bookkeeping Services

What is a Full Charge Bookkeeper?

Full charge bookkeepers provide a spectrum of services. This includes:

Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable to view financial position

Maintaining tax compliance through effective payroll management.

Generating basic financial statements and reports for management.

Reconciling accounts and ensuring a quick, accurate month-end close.

Monitoring and managing cash flow to spot changes from business-as-usual.

Overseeing accounting clerks when necessary.

Recruit less. Plan more.

Full Charge Bookkeeper vs. Controller: What’s the Difference?

Full Charge Bookkeeper

Certified Public Accountant

Financial Controller

Transaction Processing(AP/AR, payroll, etc.)

Account Reconciliations

Basic Financial Statements

Team Management, Hiring & Training

Controls & Standard Operating Procedures

ERP Implementation

Full Charge Bookkeeper

Certified Public Accountant

Financial Controller

Transaction Processing (AP/AR, payroll, etc.)

Account Reconciliations

Basic Financial Statements

Cash Flow Monitoring

Tax Return & Audit Prep

Month-end Close

Analysis & Advisory (tax, cash flow, etc.)

Customized Reporting

Compliance (GAAP, etc.)

Team Management, Hiring & Training

Controls & Standard Operating Procedures

ERP Implementation

Get Qualified Experts on Demand

Beginner Bookkeeping for Small Business & Startups

Begin with a clear understanding of:

The accounting cycle and the steps to close each fiscal period.

The differences in cash vs. accrual basis accounting and when to use them.

Your business structure and its implications for payroll and tax.

The chart of accounts and the information it provides.

Build Confident Bookkeeping for Small Business

Why Startup Bookkeeping Supports Fast Growth

Assess

Narrow your search based on:

Budget

How much does a bookkeeper cost? An outsourced bookkeeper is likely to be more cost-efficient than a full-time hire or doing it yourself, which can create expensive errors and eat up bandwidth. Here’s how:

Onboard

Whether you’re working with a full charge bookkeeper or another remote professional, start on the right foot with these steps:

How Does Outsourced Bookkeeping Work?

Assess

Budget

Onboard

How Does Outsourced Bookkeeping Work?

Assess

Narrow your search based on:

Budget

How much does a bookkeeper cost? An outsourced bookkeeper is likely to be more cost-efficient than a full-time hire or doing it yourself, which can create expensive errors and eat up bandwidth. Here’s how:

Onboard

Whether you’re working with a full charge bookkeeper or another remote professional, start on the right foot with these steps:

Real-Time Business Solutions, Seamless Collaboration

FAQ

Does every business need a bookkeeper?

Can I do my bookkeeping on my own?

Is bookkeeping just simple data entry?

FAQ

Does every business need a bookkeeper?

Can I do my bookkeeping on my own?

Is bookkeeping just simple data entry?

Is a full charge bookkeeper the same as an accountant?

Can a bookkeeper handle tax preparation?

Full charge bookkeepers provide a spectrum of services. This
includes:

Full Charge Bookkeeper vs. Controller:
What’s the Difference?

Full Charge
Bookkeeper

Certified Public
Accountant

Full Charge
Bookkeeper

Certified Public
Accountant

Financial
Controller

Analysis & Advisory
(tax, cash flow, etc.)

How much does a bookkeeper cost?
An outsourced bookkeeper is likely to be more cost-efficient than a full-time hire or doing it yourself, which can create expensive errors and eat up bandwidth. Here’s how:

How much does a bookkeeper cost?
An outsourced bookkeeper is likely to be more cost-efficient than a full-time hire or doing it yourself, which can create expensive errors and eat up bandwidth. Here’s how: