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Advantages of Bookkeeping

Bookkeeping is important for all the businesses. It helps the businesses in managing the cash flows effectively, future forecasting, and being well aware of the working of the business. Further, Bookkeeping helps in complying with the legal requirements. Bookkeeping helps in performing various functions and is important for the business in various ways

Functions of Bookkeeping

Bookkeeping is the process of recording daily transactions in a persistent. Bookkeeping is essential to structure a financially successful business. Bookkeeping consist of:

Role of Bookkeeper

The Bookkeeper perform daily accounting activities like:

Accounting & Bookkeeping – FAQs

Accounting is the process of recording, summarizing, analyzing, and reporting financial transactions of a business. It helps in tracking income, expenses, assets, and liabilities to understand the financial health of an organization.

Bookkeeping is the day-to-day process of recording financial transactions in an organized manner. It is the foundation of accounting and includes tasks like recording sales, purchases, receipts, and payments.

Bookkeeping is the recording part, while accounting includes analysis, interpretation, and financial reporting. Bookkeepers maintain records; accountants use those records to prepare statements and make financial decisions.

Proper bookkeeping:

  • Keeps accurate financial records
  • Helps in tax filings
  • Tracks cash flow
  • Supports business decisions
  • Provides legal compliance
  • Helps in detecting errors or fraud

There are two main types:

  1. Single-entry system – suitable for small businesses, records one side of transactions
  2. Double-entry system – standard method, records both debit and credit for every transaction
  • Profit & Loss Statement (P&L): Shows income and expenses
  • Balance Sheet: Shows assets, liabilities, and equity
  • Cash Flow Statement: Tracks cash movement in and out of business

All businesses, especially proprietorships, partnerships, LLPs, and companies, must maintain proper books of accounts as per the Income Tax Act and Companies Act, especially if turnover crosses threshold limits.

Yes, as per Section 44AA of the Income Tax Act, certain professionals and businesses must maintain books of accounts. For companies and LLPs, it’s mandatory under the Companies Act and LLP Act.

Commonly used accounting software includes:

  • Tally
  • Zoho Books
  • QuickBooks
  • Busy Accounting
  • Marg ERP
  • Xero (for global businesses)

Yes, many businesses outsource bookkeeping and accounting services to professionals or agencies for cost-saving, accuracy, and compliance. It allows them to focus on core business activities.

A bookkeeper’s duties include:

  • Recording transactions
  • Managing ledgers
  • Reconciling bank statements
  • Creating basic financial reports
  • Assisting in audits and tax preparation

An accountant performs:

  • Financial analysis
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Tax planning and return filing
  • Preparing financial statements
  • Advising on financial decisions
  • Ensuring compliance with laws

Bookkeeping should ideally be done daily or weekly, depending on the volume of transactions. Regular updating helps in accurate reporting and financial decision-making.

  • Cash accounting records income/expenses when cash is received or paid.
  • Accrual accounting records income when earned and expenses when incurred, regardless of payment status. Accrual is more accurate and standard for companies.

Failure to maintain proper accounts can result in:

  • Penalties and fines from tax authorities
  • Inaccurate financial decisions
  • Problems during audit or loan application
  • Legal issues in case of disputes or scrutiny

GST reconciliation involves matching the GST filed in returns (GSTR-2A/2B) with your purchase and sales records. It helps ensure correct input tax credit claims and prevents GST notices.

While small businesses can start with basic bookkeeping, hiring a professional accountant is recommended for accurate tax filing, financial reporting, legal compliance, and business planning.

 

Depreciation is the reduction in value of assets over time due to wear and tear or obsolescence. It is recorded as an expense in the books and affects profit and tax calculation.

Bank reconciliation ensures that the business’s books match with the bank statement. It helps in identifying discrepancies, avoiding fraud, and maintaining accurate financial records.

As per Indian tax laws, books of accounts and supporting documents must be preserved for at least 6 years from the end of the relevant financial year.