Mastering Cash Flow: Outsourced Bookkeeping Strategies for Small Businesses

Running a small business can feel like sailing a ship — with the right strategies and tools, you navigate towards success, but without them, you might find yourself adrift in financial instability. One of the most critical components of business management is effectively handling cash flow. It’s not just about monitoring how money moves into…
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Protea Weekly – Episode 20 – Continuous Improvement in Service Delivery

The conversation focuses on the importance of communication and customer service in the accounting industry. The host highlights the disconnect between what accounting firms offer and what clients perceive they are receiving. The lack of clear communication leads to frustration and dissatisfaction. Zane emphasizes the need for improved communication from the initial phone call to…
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Understanding the Full Benefits of QBO from the Financial Experts at Protea Financial

Are you looking to take your small business finances to the next level? Look no further than QuickBooks Online (QBO)! In today’s fast-paced digital world, having a streamlined financial process is crucial for success. Let Protea Financial guide you through the full benefits of QBO and show you how it can revolutionize your business operations….
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Protea Weekly – Episode 19 – Interacting on LinkedIn

Things got a little weird! In this episode, Zane Stevens discusses various topics he considered for the show, including the poor state of the economy, global pricing overruns, people overselling and underdelivering, lack of service delivery in the accounting industry, and the importance of effective communication. However, he decides to take a different approach and…
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Making Sense of Accrual and Cash Accounting Methods in Wine Industry

Are you a wine enthusiast looking to uncork the mysteries of accounting in the wine industry? Whether you’re a seasoned winemaker or just dipping your toes into the vineyard, understanding accrual and cash accounting methods is crucial for keeping your financial grapes in order. Join us as we unravel the complexities of these accounting techniques…
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Protea Weekly – Episode 18 – Tech updates

In this episode, Zane Stevens discusses the implementation of three new technologies at Protea Financial: Guru Reach Reporting, and Karbon Client Tasks. Guru is an internal intranet system that consolidates important company documents, training information, and standard operating procedures. Reach Reporting has improved the quality of management reporting to clients and increased client engagement. Karbon…
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