description: If you have ever thought about starting your own bookkeeping or accounting service, this book, in its third edition written by Julie A. Mucha-Aydlott, CFE will give you valuable insight with all of the tools you will need. Not only will it answer the uncertain questions that you have, it will provide you with information that you didn't even consider such What are your bookkeeping responsibilities?Do you need to be certified?Do you need errors and omissions insurance?What are bookkeeping rates?How do you find clients?Should you prepare your clients tax returns?How do you create a bookkeeping business plan?How long will it take you to find clients?How do you protect your work with internal controls?What forms and reports do you need to provide?How much bookkeeping do you need to provide?Should you prepare taxes?Plus so much more!This updated edition Where to begin - Writing your business plan start up costs business licensing certification and training organization type insurance accounting software office equipment customizable checklist Bookkeeping services and going rates -Types of services pricing structure getting paid business types quotes and engagement agreements Sales and marketing trends - Networking and contacts selling your services joining organizations marketing websites Google secrets and tricks online freelancing testing your marketingBookkeeping instructions -Setting up a new client accounts payable accounts receivable payroll bank reconciliations financial reports audit preparation work in progress training and consulting budgeting year-end accounting - record keeping sample reportsPreparing tax returns - New government regulations where to start tax schools and training preparing your own return preparing clients tax returns Common questions - Mistakes and other concerns questions from actual bookkeepersBookkeeping accountability - Fraud allegations internal control system certified internal control auditorForms and resources - The third edition also includes customizable forms, spreadsheets and applications to start your bookkeeping business today. The hard copy book include a CD and the Kindle Edition includes instructions on where to download your digital files. The forms included a business plan - sample start-up budget - start-up checklist - business cash flow projection - start-up monthly budget - bookkeeper resume - AIPB information Quote Sheet evaluation form - proposal letter - bookkeeping services list - engagement agreements - new client checklist - accounting work in progress form - time sheet - client monthly checklist - client year-end checklist - journal entry form - collection letters - non-compete agreement - sales letters - bank reconciliation template - compilation report - termination of services agreement - transfer of files letter IRS forms - Excel spreadsheets and budgets - QuickBooks sample company.With over 9,000 copies of the previous editions sold world wide, "How to open Your Own In-Home Bookkeeping Service 3rd Edition" is the most complete guide that will teach you how to open your own bookkeeping service.
language: English
title: How to Open Your Own In-Home Bookkeeping Service Third Edition
publisher: San Diego Business Accounting Solutions