What Does a Bookkeeper Actually Do? (And Do You Really Need One?)

Bookkeeper working on financial records for an Australian small business.

If you’re a small business owner in Australia, you’ve probably heard that you “need a bookkeeper.” But what does a bookkeeper actually do? And is it really worth the cost — especially when you’re just trying to stay afloat? The short answer? Yes — and this article will explain why. In 2025, with changing ATO […]