Is It Time to Hire a Bookkeeper? 5 Signs You're Ready

When you're starting out, doing your own books might seem manageable — maybe even smart. But as your business grows, bookkeeping can quickly turn into a time-sucking, stress-inducing mess. So how do you know when it’s time to bring in a professional?

Here are five clear signs you're ready to hire a bookkeeper.

1. You're Spending Too Much Time in QuickBooks (and Not Enough Running Your Business)

If bookkeeping is stealing hours from your week — especially evenings or weekends — that’s a sign your time is better spent elsewhere, like growing your business or serving clients.

2. You're Behind on Reconciling Accounts or Paying Sales Tax

When tasks like bank reconciliations, categorizing expenses, or filing sales tax get pushed to the back burner, mistakes pile up. A bookkeeper keeps you current — and compliant.

3. You're Unsure if You're Profitable

If you can't quickly answer how much profit you made last month or which clients or services are most profitable, you're flying blind. A good bookkeeper gives you clean, actionable financials.

4. Tax Time Is a Nightmare

Scrambling to gather receipts and guess income at tax time? A bookkeeper organizes your records throughout the year, so taxes aren’t a panic — they’re a process.

5. You're Ready to Scale (or Already Are)

Growth means more transactions, more complexity, and more at stake. Hiring a bookkeeper ensures your finances keep pace and frees you up to lead.

Ready to Take Bookkeeping Off Your Plate?

At Dishion & Associates, we help small businesses get organized, stay on top of their numbers, and focus on what they do best. Let’s talk about what bookkeeping support looks like for your business.

Schedule a consultation and let Dishion & Associates take bookkeeping off your plate. Book your consult here.