You’ve started a business and things have started to gain some traction. Up until now, you’ve done your own bookkeeping, but as your business continues to grow, you realize that you need some help. You want to pick an accountant that can take care of all your business and accounting service needs. How can you be sure you are making the right decision? Here are a few tips to help you be sure that you find the accounting firm that’s right for you.

ASK FOR A REFERRAL

If you use the services of another professional, like an attorney or banker, ask if they know any CPAs that might be a good fit for your business. They often have connections with professionals who they work with on a regular basis. They will likely be able to recommend someone who can meet your accounting service needs.

DO A LITTLE RESEARCH

Many accountants have websites that provide more detail about the accounting services that they provide and details about their experience and staff.

WHAT SHOULD I ASK?

Once you have identified a shortlist of candidates, you will want to take the time to interview them to see if they are a good fit.

Some of the questions that you should ask your prospective accountants include:

• What are your fees? Are they charged at a flat rate or on an hourly basis?
• Do you have experience in my kind of business?
• Do you communicate by email, text message, or other forms of electronic communication?
• Are you available all year-round?
• Who will be doing the work? Will it be the owner of the firm or a member of their staff?

If you have any questions about finding the right firm or need more information about services available for your business, feel free to contact us to schedule an appointment.