It's one of the most common questions we get from small business owners: "Do I need a bookkeeper, an accountant, or both?" The two roles are often confused — and in smaller businesses they're sometimes filled by the same person — but they're quite different in what they do, when you need them, and what they cost. Here's a clear breakdown. What does a bookkeeper do? A bookkeeper handles the day-to-day recording of your financial transactions. Think of it as keeping score — mak