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Accounting is merely counting up the money that you earn and what you spend.

But as most small business owners will tell you ...it's amazing how quickly that simple task can spiral out of control!

Today, there's simply no excuse for using the "shoe box" method for storing receipts. There are countless resources for the small business owner or entrepreneur to help keep track of what comes in, and out.

These include everything from valuable info from online small business forums to the newest small business software packages that let you manage your own accounting — to timely advice on when to hire an accountant or CPA as your small business grows.

Around the Web, check out more methods to help you crunch those numbers, and ensure that sure your books are balanced, and your small business taxes are paid - from day one.

Small Business Accounting Assistance - These BusinessTown articles cover accounting from a business owners point of view. The language is simple - every accounting term is explained in context. Each of the sections has good links to even more resources.

Finance and Accounting - Tools & Tips - The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) provides a virtual library of resources including tips on auditing, budgeting, payables & receivables, bookkeeping, business credit cards and more.

Financial Management - American Express knows plenty about managing money and they share some of their expertise in these articles and quizzes geared to the small business entrepreneur.

Accounting for Small Business - This article has some sound advice and good resources for the small business owner including when to hire an accountant, what's the best software, and other familiar concerns...

Accounting Software - There are so many software packages - how do you know which one is best for you? The ratings from 2020 software list the best and let you compare to help make the decision easier.

Small Business Tax Record Keeping - Good overview of accounting requirements with tips on documentation, software how to's, advice on keeping paper and electronic receipts, and related financial information for the small business owner.

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