A bookkeeper is a person who manages the day-to-day bookkeeping tasks of the business. Bookkeepers are not financial experts and do not offer financial advice. Bookkeepers are often remote, part-time, or freelance positions. The benefits of having a bookkeeper for your small business include having someone to manage the day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, freeing up your time to focus on other aspects of the business, and having someone to offer financial advice.
A bookkeeper's responsibilities may include preparing invoices, paying expenses, issuing refunds, preparing financial statements, and complying with tax laws and regulations. A bookkeeper should be skilled in keeping a general ledger, reconciling books with bank statements, and paying bills. Bookkeeping duties may also include issuing invoices, managing accounts receivable, and paying debts.