Having strong financial data should be a cornerstone of growing your business. If you are assuming you will have time to sort it all out before tax time you are potentially having to decide between working IN your business instead of ON your business.
Hourly billing from a tax accountant can cost up to $300 per hour! Hiring a bookkeeper will keep your financials up to date and potentially pay for themselves in tax prep fees and costly delays to your tax filings.
Does your accountant return your calls? Do they understand your industry? Do you feel comfortable asking them a question? Do you feel heard? With the right accountant, the answers should be a resounding "Yes!"