Bookkeeping knowledge
How-to and comparison guides for US small-business owners who do their own books, or who are deciding who to hire. For one-line definitions, use the dictionary.
Roles
Bookkeeper vs accountant: who does what
A bookkeeper records the transactions. An accountant reviews the books, files taxes, and advises. See who a 1–50 person business hires first.
Updated August 18, 2026 · 8 min read
What does a bookkeeper do?
A bookkeeper records bills, invoices, and bank activity so your books stay current. See the weekly work, the month-end close, and what they do not do.
Updated August 18, 2026 · 8 min read
Getting started
Monthly close
What is a bank reconciliation?
A bank reconciliation proves the books match the statement ending balance. How to do it in QuickBooks or Xero, a worked example, and why feeds are not enough.
Updated August 21, 2026 · 9 min read
Monthly bookkeeping: what to close each month
Month-end is the job: reconcile banks and cards, age bills and invoices, check payroll, then read the reports. A close checklist for small-business owners.
Updated August 18, 2026 · 8 min read
