Entries by Jeff Allain

What the Heck is Accrual Accounting and Why Does it Matter?

Accrual…what?  If you didn’t have the pleasure of attending business or accounting school, it’s understandable that some of the accounting jargon can leave you feeling confused.  But accrual accounting isn’t a small definition at the back of an accounting textbook. Choosing accrual accounting can be the foundation for how you set up your entire bookkeeping […]

Reasons Your Current Accounting Team Sucks

Do you ever dread talking with your accounting team? Do you finish conversations with your accountant feeling more confused than confident? Do your finances feel more like a mystery than a roadmap?  I hate to break it to you…but your accounting team might suck.  We get it—“sucks” might sound harsh.  We’re accountants too, and we’ve […]

How to Create and Use a Business Scorecard

Ever feel like you’re running your business on crossed fingers and gut instinct alone?  Do you feel like you’re flying blind? Wish you had a clearer picture of where you’re headed? We get you.  That’s where many of our clients are when they first approach us.  Don’t worry. Get ready to ditch the guesswork and […]

3 Ways to Use Your Financials to Make More Money

You’ve got a good feeling about a new idea, but is it the right investment?  Where can you tighten the belt without sacrificing quality?  Sales are steady, but you know your business can do more.  These types of scenarios keep many entrepreneurs up at night, but the answers are within your grasp.  Your financial data […]