One key to running any business successfully is to keep track of your money. While it is technically possible to do this yourself, in our experience at America’s Best Payroll, you will get better, more accurate, and more consistent results by hiring a dedicated bookkeeper. In this article, we will go over a few key qualities to look for in a bookkeeper to help you find the best person for the job.
- Attention to Detail – One essential quality all bookkeepers need is strong attention to detail. A bookkeeper’s job is to keep track of your business’s money, including its expenses, income, employee wages, and taxes. You can count on us to carefully check all your information to ensure it is accurate.
- Software Skills – Another key quality we recommend you look for in a bookkeeper candidate is proficiency with accounting software. These days, the majority of accounting and bookkeeping is done using digital tools rather than paper account books, and knowing how to take full advantage of these tools allows bookkeepers to deliver faster, better, and more accurate results.
- Problem-Solving Skills – A third essential skill to look for when hiring a bookkeeper is the ability to think critically and solve problems. When the numbers aren’t lining up, a bookkeeper needs to be able to analyze the data and figure out what is causing the discrepancy. Our experienced bookkeeper knows how to analyze these types of situations and determine where the problem is. You can count on us to bring any such issues to your attention right away and to help you resolve them.