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Is your business growing, but you\u2019re running out of time?<\/p>\n

For many entrepreneurs, accounting starts as a DIY task and turns into a hidden liability. Maybe you\u2019re spending late nights trying to untangle a spreadsheet. Or worse, you\u2019re not even sure things are being done right.\u00a0<\/p>\n

In this article, we\u2019ll break down why outsourcing your accounting might be the smartest move you make this year, and how to tell when it\u2019s time to make the switch.<\/p>\n

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Why Outsource Accounting?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

If you have time and are good at keeping the books, then keep going. You\u2019re better off hiring to cover weaknesses than strengths. But if it drains your energy, or other priorities are falling through the cracks, that may be your sign.\u00a0<\/p>\n

At any given time, we have about 500 concurrent clients. We find that business owners often come to us because of a crisis. As CFO Brian Johnson puts it: \u201cPeople don\u2019t actually care too much about accounting until it becomes a problem.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

Low-quality accounting can seriously damage a business. Bad information leads to bad decisions, incorrect taxes, and trouble getting affordable bank startup financing<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Conventional creditors want to see financial statements before they loan money. Without them, business owners are often forced to turn to bad-credit lenders,<\/a> who ask fewer questions but charge higher interest rates.\u00a0<\/p>\n

In short, you should outsource accounting because a little proactivity can pay off. As one business owner puts it:<\/p>\n

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\u201cI find it a massive weight off my chest. I first got an accountant when I was doing about $150k a year, but it was a luxury at that point. Now I\u2019m doing over a million, and it\u2019s so helpful to have them help with everything. Sure, I could have my staff do it, but I can pay off my accountancy fees for the month by having them work on client projects instead.\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Not every business is ready to outsource. The cost has to make sense for where you are in your growth. But if managing your finances in-house is starting to slow you down or introduce risk, it\u2019s time to take a serious look. When done right, outsourcing pays for itself.<\/p>\n

Benefits of Outsourcing Accounting<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Outsourcing can take care of administrative tasks that business owners perhaps shouldn\u2019t be doing. After all, your time is usually better devoted to growth. There are other compelling reasons as well:\u00a0<\/p>\n

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  1. Specialized Knowledge:<\/strong> While being a jack of all trades has merits, professionals dedicated to a single domain will have industry-exclusive expertise. For instance, the switch from cash to accrual accounting<\/a> often saves business owners considerable amounts of money.
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  2. Full-Stack Offerings: <\/strong>Most companies that hire internally can only afford the salary of a junior-level position. By outsourcing, you get access to a full suite of services, at every level of expertise, for less than the cost of a full-time employee.<\/li>\n
  3. Cost Savings: <\/strong>Hiring in-house comes with payroll taxes, benefits, and training costs. Outsourcing gives you access to a team without the overhead.<\/li>\n
  4. Perspective: <\/strong>Outside professionals work with a broad range of clients. That diversity can bring fresh insights and new ways to solve old problems.<\/li>\n
  5. Scalability:<\/strong> External services can expand or shrink to suit your needs. They can grow with you or easily cut back during bad times.<\/li>\n
  6. Accuracy: <\/strong>A good accounting partner doesn\u2019t just file taxes. They\u2019ll catch errors and give you confidence in your numbers.<\/li>\n
  7. Safety: <\/strong>This situation is rare, but delegating accounting to an internal team member carries a higher risk of fraud or embezzlement. Outside organizations bring built-in checks and accountability.<\/li>\n
  8. Internal Staff Development: <\/strong>When you bring in outside experts, core staff will pick up new skills and perspectives just by working alongside them.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    What Do Outsourced Accountants Do?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    People outside of finance often lump accounting into one big category.\u00a0<\/p>\n

    In fact, prospective clients often ask about CFO services when all they need is bookkeeping help. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to book a consultation<\/a> with a trustworthy expert before hiring anyone. Some services are considerably<\/em> more expensive than others, and dishonest providers might take advantage.\u00a0<\/p>\n

    It varies from firm to firm, but here\u2019s what we do:<\/p>\n