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10 Questions to Ask Your Future Accountant

10/23/2017

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Questions to ask your accoutant
How long have you been in business?
  A good accountant can make your business flourish. Someone who has been in practice longer has had more time to encounter unique problems that you may run into as well.

How do you communicate with your clients?
  Face to face meetings, emails, etc. What best fits your needs and do they work as a good fit for you based on how they plan to communicate with you.

How many people will handle my account?
  Building report with a single accountant builds trust between you and that person. Having to jump around to multiple accountants within a firm makes this a harder task.

How do you calculate your fees?
  Each firm differs on how they bill clients. Some do it by hour, some will bill at a fixed fee. Being clear upfront will on how they bill you will eliminate any surprises in the future that might damage your relationship with your firm.

What specifically in my field is a challenge?
  Having an accountant who is familiar with the particular challenges that businesses face in your field is a great asset. It also shows how inept the firm is at analyzing risk.

What services do you provide?
  Accounting firms do more than just taxes. Some firms can do your bookkeeping, payroll, and taxes. When looking for an accountant as yourself if these services can benefit you.

How much of your time can I expect?
  Some accountants limit their services to just peak tax time. While some firms stay open year round. You would like to find a firm that operates year round ideally. Since you are not their only client knowing about how fast they might be able to get back to you if something is urgent would be a good question to ask.

How can you help me improve my cash flow?
  Maintaining a positive cash flow can be a nightmare. Keeping positive cash flow is important to growth. Finding an accountant who can help you to understand your cash flow and analyze problems could help your business immensely.

How well can they communicate with you?
  This is a question to ask yourself. Since accounting has its own jargon that accountants are used to using. How well do you feel that your accountant can explain to you in layman's terms and be effective in communication.
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How do they stay current?
  Tax codes change. Make sure to find a firm that is current and familiar with the tax codes. Beyond that, a firm that is constantly learning will also be able to bring new ideas to your business.
60 Comments
Kit Hannigan link
11/16/2018 12:51:00 am

I really like what you said about finding accountants that can communicate with you in the frequencies and the way that you want. My son is trying his hand at freelance photography. Business has been good so now he is need of an accountant. He has a really shy personality, so I would think that an accountant that can give him updates through email would be enough for him.

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Henry Killingsworth link
7/26/2021 04:19:54 pm

You made an interesting point when you talked about how it is a good idea to ask an accountant how they plan to communicate with you when looking to hire one. I would imagine that it would be a good idea to find an accountant that is comfortable using texting as a form of communication. People live very busy lives and texting is the most convenient form of communication for them.

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Hailey Miller link
10/28/2021 12:23:41 am

Thanks for pointing out that accountants can make a business flourish since they have the experience to fix problems. I would imagine that any business owner would want to avoid tax issues that can affect their operations. I think they should look for business accountants who can help them avoid penalties and interests by filing their records accurately and on time.

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9/25/2024 11:53:50 pm

Agreed. I make sure my clients know that I use the most trustworthy software: https://1099-etc.com/payroll-software/w2-and-1099-forms-filer/. I also update it regularly to stay compliant on their behalf. Trust in your CPA is everything.

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Jeff Carbine link
12/11/2021 10:09:53 am

I never knew that a good accountant can make your business flourish. My aunt wants to know more about CPA. I should share this post with her about tax and accounting so that she could have an idea of what to do.

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12/21/2021 08:24:09 pm

Thanks for pointing out that there are tax accountants that can work with you during peak tax time only, while some work year-round. With that in mind, it would be best to know what your needs are and hire the right services at the right time. It can definitely save you time and money as well when you know if you need a year-round service or just a one-time service a year or a month.

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2/24/2022 07:12:45 am

I liked how you discussed that
certified public accountant firms do not only do taxes as they are also experts in payroll and bookkeeping. My brother mentioned that their department needs help with bookkeeping. I think they should seek assistance from firms that provide certified public accountants to do the bookkeeping tasks.

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2/25/2022 12:30:37 am

Very much appreciated. Thank you for this excellent article. Keep posting!

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4/21/2022 01:30:59 am

I like that you have summarized most of the questions to ask an accountant. I was pleasantly surprised that accountants can make businesses flourish, which is a plus point for all of them. In my opinion, they would look for an accountant who can help them avoid tax issues and avoid any possible penalties.

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4/21/2022 02:37:10 am

Thank you for the article. As a business owner the information was quite helpful. Really appreciate it and keep posting!

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4/25/2022 09:08:14 am

Thanks for Sharing Such Beautiful Information with Us. I hope You Will Share Same More Information about Accounting. Please Keep Sharing Your Brilliant idea !

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5/16/2022 06:01:20 pm

Really enjoying reading this articles please keep posting good info!

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5/16/2022 09:27:59 pm

I never knew that it is a great asset to have someone that has experience in the role. A friend of mine told me last week that he was looking for a reliable public accountant that could provide help and proper planning for the tax preparation of his business, and he asked if I had any idea what could be the best option to do. Thanks to this informative article, I'll be sure to tell him that it will be much better if he consults a trusted public accountant as they can provide more insights about proper planning.

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5/25/2022 01:51:54 am

This post made an excellent point that when looking to have a tax accountant hired, it is crucial to look at their credentials. In doing so, we are under expert guidance. I will definitely look at their background before hiring them to help with my taxes.

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7/7/2022 07:42:47 pm

I like how you said that it is smart to look for an accountant that has been in practice longer. My older brother needs to find an accountant for his business to handle the financial aspects. I'll help him watch out for an accountant that has many years of successful experience.

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My friend has been having a hard time putting his money together for his business. It makes sense that he might want to get an accountant. That seems like a good way to ensure that his expenses are noted.

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9/19/2022 04:36:43 pm

It's great that you described what we must ask about an accountant's service fees before hiring one. I heard that my sister wants to start a makeup boutique, and since she'll be busy with the shop's management, I'll suggest she hire an accountant to help with the taxes and such. I appreciate your insight on asking about an accountant's payment agreements and how they calculate them.

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Accountants can really help the business organize and manage financial flows. Helpful tips you shared.

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11/30/2022 02:11:50 pm

Thanks for mentioning that you need to find an accountant who is familiar with your particular challenges. I'm hoping that I can hire an accountant for my small business since it's growing really rapidly. It would be nice to hire an accountant who only works with small businesses.

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I totally agree when you said that CPA services would help your company develop, especially when you hire someone who has been in the industry for a long period of time. With that in mind, it is a good idea to look for the number of years and the documentation of their credentials when you need to hire one. In my opinion, doing so will protect you and your business as well, because you will be sure that they are legitimate as well for someone handling finances.

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12/12/2022 02:13:11 pm

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Its article gives ten inquiries that you can make of your prospective accountant, including inquiries about their credentials, expertise, and charges. Finding an accountant who comprehends your requirements, communicates clearly, and offers individualised service is crucial, as the post further explains. For people looking for the best accountant to meet their unique financial requirements, this blog post is a great resource.

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