Action: Set weekly or biweekly meetings (even brief ones) to stay aligned.
Purpose: Clarifies priorities, addresses questions early, and prevents miscommunication.
Action: Use a shared folder (e.g., Google Drive) with organized subfolders by category (e.g., invoices, receipts, bank statements).
Purpose: Ensures your bookkeeper always has access to the latest documents.
Action: Label files with clear names and dates (e.g., “VendorInvoice_ABC_2025-07-01.pdf”) and avoid duplicate versions.
Purpose: Reduces confusion and saves time during data entry or reconciliation.
Action: Keep these documents updated and readily available:
Bank statements
Credit card statements
Receipts
Invoices (sales and purchases)
Payroll records
Loan/lease agreements
Tax correspondence
Purpose: Prepares you for monthly closeouts, audits, and tax filings.
Action: Clearly define timelines, formats, and preferred communication channels. Ask if anything is unclear.
Purpose: Builds trust and avoids costly errors or delays.