How To Start A Bookkeeping Business

Hi,
I’ve done a basic bookkeeping course and for the past 6 months I’ve been trying to get into an entry level bookkeeper job but unable to get one. I’m open to volunteering – Can you please guide me how to go about gaining some experience in this field?

This is a challenge for many bookkeepers starting out – Even if you’ve been working as a bookkeeper for a company, going into the world of freelance bookkeeping can be a major step.

One option is to contact local accounting firms see if they are looking for any bookkeeping help. The smaller firms are the ones that usually provide bookkeeping services so I would start with those.

They may hire you part time and work your way into a full time position once you have proven yourself capable of the job.

If you are literally just starting out as a bookkeeper with absolutely NO experience, then getting a job as a receptionist is another great way to get into bookkeeping.

You may have to do a whole range of administration jobs before you are givien much responsibility in the accounting area of the bsuiness. You can also try searching for clerical positions like accounting clerk.