Bookkeeping is just data entry isn't it?

So many business owners think keeping their accounts or "doing the bookkeeping" is just entering data and therefore anyone can do it. But is it just data entry or is there more to it than meets the eye?
 
 Having been a bookkeeper for many years I know there are numerous business owners who think keeping their accounts is data entry - money in and money out. And for many businesses it is as simple as that. But there are also numerous business owners who know there is far more to keeping the accounts than that.

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There comes a time when the business owner just can't keep juggling all the balls without dropping one which has a significant impact on their business. Successful businesses rely on someone to keep control of the paperwork, maintain accurate records and above all ensure HMRC receive submissions and payments on time.

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