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What skills does a bookkeeper still need despite using software?

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Even with software, a bookkeeper needs to understand double entry, know how to code transactions correctly, reconcile accounts, interpret reports, handle VAT rules, spot and correct errors, and apply controls. The software automates processing, but sound accounting knowledge is essential to ensure the inputs and outputs are correct.
Real-world example The software posts entries, but the bookkeeper must know whether a cost is capital or revenue to code it right.

Common follow-ups: Why is double-entry knowledge still needed? | What can go wrong without it?

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