FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Why outsource the bookkeeping/accounting role to Business Books South West?​

 

As a small business owner, you need to keep control over all aspects of your business, including the financial side. For most small business operators, there are two options with the financial work:

 

1. Try and do it yourself. Sure, you might save money by going the DIY option, but at what cost to your business through ineffiency or things gone wrong and at what cost to you personally?

2. Get your accountant to do it. A better option in terms of correctness, but it will cost you an arm and a leg!

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By outsourcing the financial workings side of the business to Business Books South West, you will save money in the long run by using a trained professional  and also save your sanity. Business Books South West will provide you with the quality service you need and give you the time to spend on the parts of the business you enjoy and the reason you went into business in the first instance.

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What charges would I expect for the services of Business Books South West?

 

The charges for our services depend on what you as the client need. Do you need a constant service where Business Books South West is your full-time bookkeeper, or is it just a once a week or less frequent 'check-up'. Or again, maybe a one-off setup of accounts and review of procedures to make sure all is going as efficiently as it could be.

 

Business Books South West can tailor a package of work for you with one-off fees or a competitive hourly rate that reflects the work required. Just contact us for a discussion on what is required and an estimate of charges.

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Is Business Books South West insured?

 

​Yes, Business Books South West carries full insurance for both Public Liability and Professional Indemnity. The Public Liability Insurance covers any accident caused by our staff and the Professional Indemnity Insurance covers the professional work done by our staff. 

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