Hi all,
I own one third (i.e. approx. 33.3%) of a UK company for which I am also a director. The remainder of the company belongs to a single shareholder. I'm worried that the financial structure of this company means that the company could effectively be 'sold' to a third party without me getting a cent.
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posted by Zen_is_Lev
on May 7, 2013 -
7 answers
Before I begin, I know the most popular and reasonable answer will be to learn and use Quickbooks. There is some sort of 'block' in my brain that will not allow me to learn quickbooks and I am content in using a different software to do the simple things I am needing to do...
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posted by TwilightKid
on Apr 17, 2013 -
8 answers
I'm currently looking at adopting Freshbooks or Kashoo, and would be interested in experiences with either, or other recommendations. Context: I'm a few years into freelancing (across a few different industries) and I'm working on improving my accounting, with the goals of easier tax time, smoother day-to-day operations, and better information about cashflow and budgeting. Right now I use Toggl for time tracking, and Mint for expense tracking and budgeting; I like Toggl but I'm not married to it, and Mint is starting to drive me absolutely nuts. I do invoicing and bookkeeping manually. Also welcome would be general tips on bookkeeping and accounting for small businesses / freelancers. I'm on a Mac, in Canada.
posted by sixswitch
on Apr 1, 2013 -
2 answers
I'll be shooting a feature film in L.A. later this year, and I need some advice about how to handle the business side. I'm hoping that somewhere there's some sort of low-budget service that provides help to people who are new to the process.
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posted by drjimmy11
on Mar 21, 2013 -
4 answers
Can anyone recommend simple-to-use,
free, web-based software that can easily reconcile accounts for a small partnership?
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posted by ajp
on Mar 5, 2013 -
6 answers
Accounting degree, experienced bookkeeper working for other folks, already know Quickbooks, etc. A small amount of capital ($5-6k) and a current part-time job that pays just enough to cover my expenses, but it's only going to last another year or so. I could go get another bookkeeping job, but I'm sick of making next to nothing and having next to no control over my work. How can I make myself viable as a business?
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posted by Ex-Wastrel
on Feb 7, 2013 -
6 answers
Looking for a very robust but reasonably-priced online accounting system for small business
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posted by Dansaman
on Jan 6, 2013 -
2 answers
Please recommend podcasts about accounting, economics, or finance. A Canadian focus would be a bonus but not a necessity.
posted by sockpup
on Nov 30, 2012 -
7 answers
Accounting puzzle: how to log cash transactions for accounts held in a foreign currency?
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posted by ctmf
on Oct 14, 2012 -
3 answers
How important is it for me to get an accountant now that I'm earning most of my income as a freelancer? Can I handle taxes on my own?
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posted by croutonsupafreak
on Oct 2, 2012 -
22 answers
In a modern accounting system that uses double-entry accounting, I believe each line on an Income Statement reflects one or more GL account period *totals*, correct? Does that also apply to Purchases/Cost Of Goods Sold?
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posted by edjusted
on Sep 20, 2012 -
10 answers
It's time for a career change, but I'd like some help confirming if this diploma program in accounting would help me land jobs, despite not having a university degree.
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 25, 2012 -
8 answers
How do I stay in touch with people that I meet at networking events at my school and in the Atlanta area (I go to Georgia State)?
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posted by locussst
on Aug 22, 2012 -
7 answers
How can I best handle an invoice from an accountant that does not seem reasonable to me?
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posted by Paquda
on Aug 17, 2012 -
9 answers
Just how bad is the work/life balance in accounting and related finance careers?
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posted by Ryogen
on Aug 12, 2012 -
5 answers
I'm reading the book
Monoculture by FS Michaels, which describes how what the author calls "the economic story," which she sees as dominant in our culture and as having replaced earlier dominant stories rooted in religion and science, is shaping people's work, communities, education, and relationships. In the book, Michaels talks about how "as the economic story spreads to government, a language based on economics develops along with a new way of thinking and reasoning about what goes on in government -- a kind of accounting logic. That accounting logic makes two assumptions: first, that anything and everything your government does can be assessed in terms of what value is added, and second, that the value added can be linked to how much money is spent on the activity in the first place." Etc. My question is: in this context, what does the phrase "accounting logic" mean?
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posted by Susan PG
on Jul 7, 2012 -
5 answers
Is it worth it to get an undergrad degree in accounting or finance for the post-graduation salary prospects, even though I might not be interested in the major? (Excessive detail inside!)
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posted by bumpjump
on Jun 26, 2012 -
24 answers
I'm seeking recommendations for tax consultants in the UK, or in the US, or maybe both, to figure out where I need to pay taxes.
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posted by olinerd
on Jun 19, 2012 -
2 answers
I need a free online bookkeeping / accounting website, can anyone suggest one for a small business?
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posted by ascetic
on Apr 30, 2012 -
2 answers
Hello everyone! Once again I am turning to AskMeFi for advice. The gist of it is: I'm a recent UK-based graduate in a non-finance discipline, and decided to make the move into finance and accounting. So far I have completed the three foundation modules of ACCA International, and am about to start studying for the upcoming F4 exam... and I've started to look for relevant jobs. Of course, the problem is experience (lack of). I've never had a direct finance job, and most positions (including entry-level ones [don't get me wrong; I know it's a long road and I'm barely at the start!]) seem to demand at least 2 years' experience. So, what to do?
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posted by jhighmore
on Apr 11, 2012 -
5 answers
I really dislike my current job. I have a job offer from a company that would love to have me and is willing to accommodate all timing logistics. However, I still feel guilty about quitting my current job, for a myriad of reasons. Give me permission to quit.
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posted by Be cool, sodapop
on Feb 14, 2012 -
40 answers
Small US non-profit (501(c)3) at its Whit's end. Are there opensource or online solutions to help me consolidate all my bookkeeping!
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posted by yoyoceramic
on Feb 14, 2012 -
7 answers
Is there an intro accounting class that will come teach/train at our place of business in Marietta, GA?
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posted by joshuamcginnis
on Jan 24, 2012 -
3 answers
If I don't understand Quickbooks online, will Quickbooks the application be better for me? (Or: HTF should I be handling my accounting?)
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posted by richrad
on Dec 9, 2011 -
5 answers
I am so very aware of the robust good health of my credit score, thanks to having refinanced our mortgage in October. But last month, I was declined for a credit card. Turns out my former mortgage servicing company has wrongly reported late payments to the credit bureaus, and disputing this efficiently is slightly complicated, because my former mortgage servicing company is insane.
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posted by desuetude
on Dec 7, 2011 -
6 answers
Some tips for an older accountant trying to transition into a less-stressful work environment? Also, some culturally specific issues.
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posted by leedly
on Nov 26, 2011 -
5 answers
How can I go into a more appropriate field based on my passion like designing accounting software?
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posted by iz0rz
on Nov 7, 2011 -
8 answers
Hey,
Im looking for some good books to give me an intro / primer on financial analysis. Im applying to a job working under a corporate financial manager. It would be great if the book had a good intro to accounting and went over some corporate finance basics and basics in financial analysis in: financial planning, accounting, operations analysis, auditing, forecasting, treasury/cash management, or commercial finance
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posted by happydude123
on Oct 18, 2011 -
1 answer
(Mac-based) small business software and integration -- don't know what exactly I'm looking for here, which makes it tough to ask questions and find solutions! Currently using a cobbled-together mix of programs and web-based software (AccountEdge, e-junkie, more), but I am wondering if I could streamline/improve/do things differently.
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posted by bitter-girl.com
on Sep 9, 2011 -
2 answers
Inept Los Angeles apartment management accounting, part 2: they now claim the $26 we owe them is from January 2010. My new question is: is it even legit that they are making this claim after 1.5 years? Is there a time limit?
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posted by mandymanwasregistered
on Aug 8, 2011 -
12 answers
Looking for a program to help with cash flow calculations for a small business
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posted by zara
on Jul 28, 2011 -
3 answers
looking for an online timesheet system that is linked to a system that tracks budget and projects personnel costs.
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posted by alcahofa
on Jun 18, 2011 -
2 answers
