If you start doing the bookkeeping halfway through a year and you haven't got the opening balances yet how do you account for the bookkeeping that's already been completed in the new accounting year?
No, it's just that I went to see a possible new client and I think I may have a little trouble getting any info , so was doing the "what ifs" at 4am this morning....was just trying to solve a problem that hasn't been created yet. But I don't want to take on a client if there is going to be hassle. Client has paid on time etc, just something the client said that set off a little alarm bell ....
Oh the middle of the night thought process can be a nightmare! lol.
I would ring the possible newbie and do a double check of what was said....just be honest and ask for clarification. But make it clear in your terms what you need to do your job?
A client without hassles?!!!!! They ALL do it at some point, but I know its degrees and type of hassle v our mood to deal with said hassle that mean such cause little or loads of impact. I do like a challenge though - was something my Mum said to me earlier!
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Joanne
Winner of Bookkeeper of the Year 2015, 2016 & 2017
Thoughts are my own/not to be regarded as official advice,which should be sought from a suitably qualified Accountant.
You should check out answers with reference to the legal position
