A good Bookkeeper should have experience & qualifications Local bookkeepers will give you personalised service so you are not just another number Certified Xero Advisors need to keep up to date to keep their certification Registered BAS agents - only registered BAS agents can be paid to prepare and lodge a BAS For Xero training, it is good to have someone who is a qualified trainer with a Cert IV in Training & Assessment like Coralie Downie, an Ex Tafe Teacher Find someone who uses up to date technology and software You want a bookkeeper who works as part of a team so you know if your regular account manager is not available for some reason, you will always have a point of contact and your book work will be kept up to date We believe a good bookkeeper does not outsource their work out to overseas contractors as our Northern Beaches locals understand the Australian bookkeeping system and GST and you do not risk the safety of your data