The Book-keepers Forum (UK)

I have just taken the ICB Level II exam in computerised bookkeeping. I now want to take the level 3 exam so I can get the ICB Diploma in Computerised Bookkeeping. I already have Sage Instants Accounts and I want to buy the coursework books that will cover everything I will need to take the diploma examin...

I consider following benefits when outsource bookkeeping services. * Weekly and Monthly Profit and Loss Account and Balance Sheet * Monthly, Quarterly or Yearly Comparison of Incomes and Expenses * Providing profit percentages, trends of Incomes and Expenses * Ratio Analysis Please share your...

I have been reading some of the posts on this forum as well as having experience with dealing with bookkeepers and one thing always amazes me. There seems to be a thing about just using Sage or perhaps Quickbooks. When explaining transactions and bookkeeping issues how to record it on sage seems to be p...

Hi I am currently creating a report in Sage to show me the amount paid to suppliers for a given department during a set period of time. I've made the report and it works fine, however I would like to sort my report by supplier so that I can group suppliers who have been paid numerous times together. I've tr...

hiya .. Is there a dedicated onlne Sage forum where all sage users can ask questions on sage technical issues one faces a bit like bookkeepers forum or QB Intuit online community dedicated to QB. please help as I got sage but keep getting stuck on it. really appreciate this.

How do I add an opening balance in quickbooks?

Hi all, I'm new to this site. It was something that I came across by accident while looking for suitable accountancy courses for me to take. A little back ground on me. I work in an industry non-related to Accountancy and currently I am studying my AAT Level 2 so far I've completed BA1 and will take my BA2...

Hello, Just wanted to introduce you to bookkeepy << removed >> - a simple and free web-based accounting software that makes it easy to manage clients, invoices and expenses from anywhere. It is in active beta mode, so any feedback is very welcome at << removed >> or on <...

Hello - a new joiner to the network and forum! I have recently completed my exams with the ICB, and am looking to gain clients either directly, or as a sub-contract in the Portsmouth / South Hampshire / West Sussex regions, although I will also happily work remotely for clients so national locations ar...

Finance Officer / BookkeeperFour hours per week£10 per hour We have an opening for a Finance Officer or Bookkeeper to start immediately. fly2help is an exciting aviation charity based at the Cotswold Airport in Kemble, Gloucestershire, that inspires change in people's lives through the won...

We've just released an alpha version of our << blind link removed by site moderator >> The app puts the full power of double-entry book-keeping at your fingertips, and we would much appreciate any feedback or wishes of features you would like included. -- Edited by Shamus on Tuesday 4th...

In short, Is it possible to start entering invoices into sage instant accounts without the closing/ opening balances from year end? Reason why is I have been handed a job doing the books for a local business, my first position in accounts as I'm studying with CIMA. So now I'm in at the deep end, and need...

I am based in East Dunbartonshire and I am looking to purchase a book keeping business in this area - (and surrounding areas) Please get in touch if you are hoping to sell your business or if you have any contacts who would like to sell. Kind Regards Kathy

Hi everyone! Does anyone have much experience with a manufacturing retailer? the company makes large volumes of daily sales orders all with deposits, when the work is finished the balance is payed. I enter these onto sage instant and was wondering if there is an easy way of entering these transactio...

Clients inquire us why we should choose you? And our answer, MCBS is progressive Business Process Outsourcing company which provides Bookkeeping, Payroll, Accounting, Taxation, Web & Software development, HR services and even more.We also work for CPA's firms and companies as Back office...

Hi I am running a training course on Friday 12th June and wondered if any of the people here may be interested in attending. The workshop is targetted at people that have started recently or are thinking of starting their own bookkeeping / small accounts practice. The two key topics are Practice star...

Hi All, I am new to this forum. I am a accountant and would like to get few suggestions and advice on accounting and bookkeeping. I would also like to share my experience which can help others.

Hi. Closing in on retirement, I've been gradually downsizing my home based bookkeeping business and currently only have three small businesses. One I do off site, so use their software. For the other two I have been using Quick books for probably 25 years but it is getting to expensive to renew th...

Hi there :) I have a book keeping question. I have a small business (Biz A) and recently started another business (Biz B) with a friend of mine. During the setup stages Biz A paid out around £1000 for things like domains, websites, etc. on behalf of Biz B. I have all the expenses marked out accordingly in m...

Hello, I am a qualified ACCA member. I am available to work online on different accounting platforms such as Quickbooks, Xero, Sage one, Kashflow, Sage line 50 to name a few. Please contact me at jahangir.mahmood@gmail.com. Thanks, Jahangir

Dear All, thank you for maintaining this forum. My wife passed last year the AAT Level 3 certification and started to work in a big company in Wiltshire. She has been recently offered to take part of the Bookkeeping department but they asked her to get an Advanced Bookkeeping training asap to bring her...

In simple words the bookkeeping is considered to be the recording of the financial transactions it is also considered to be as the process of accounting in business.The following transactions can include purchases, sales, receipts, and payments by an individual person or an organization/corpo...

Hi Im the bookkeeper for a charity. The total Income - Expenditure doesnt match the total bank money recieved - spent - transfers. The bank reconciliation has been completed, and it is fully reconciled. The Extended Trial Balance balances. Where can I be going wrong? Many thanks

Hello! I'm looking into how to start up a little Bookkeeping side hustle but I am confused as to whether I am actually allowed to or not? I completed AAT Level 4 studies a couple of years ago and moved straight on to ACCA which is what I am currently studying now. I have just recently submitted and received...

Hello guys, I am currently completing my AAT Level 3 in Accounting, however after that I am planning on gaining my practice licence and bookkeepin g membership with ICB. As I can't get my membership with AAT as I have no practical experience. I am wondering for experience can I help do the books for my...

Effective bookkeeping is the backbone of any successful business. However, even the most diligent bookkeepers can fall victim to common data entry errors that can lead to inaccurate financial records and poor decision-making. Understanding these pitfalls can help you maintain accurate books...

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