The Critical Role of Accounting in Business

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September 6, 2021

If you don’t know much about the numbers behind your business, you’re not alone. According to Wasp Barcode Technologies’ Small Business Report–Accounting, only 40% of small business owners surveyed said that they feel “extremely” or “very” knowledgeable about accounting. However, this lack of accounting knowledge could put you at a severe disadvantage.

Running a business without a proper accounting background feels like driving a car while blindfoldedyou won’t know where you’re going. Accounting provides you with the answers to several key questions, including the following:

  • Are we making a profit?
  • Can we afford these expenses?
  • If we need to move money around, how can we do that?
  • How much is our business worth?

Therefore, whether you run a tech startup or a cannabis dispensary, for instance, you’re going to need an accountant.