Janine Anderson's Accounting Solutions

Happy Halloween! In keeping with tradition, today’s post features a little Halloween fun! Janine and her husband, Bob, like dressing up and giving out candy. They thoroughly enjoy all the children in their costumes who come to the door trick-or-treating. The photos feature Janine and Bob dressed up as Bob and Linda from Bob’s Burgers, as well as their furry kids in a variety of costumes who also greet the children. Today is the LAST day to vote to get Janine Anderson’s Accounting Solutions to be the top vote getter in the Accountant/Tax Preparer category as part of the Post Journal’s Best of the Best contest! Take a few minutes and vote using this link: https://lnkd.in/g_E_yS-N #janineandersonsaccountingsolutions #HappyHalloween

Greetings! Today’s Tuesday Tip of the Week may seem common-sense, but so many people struggle with designating time(s) during the day to check their email. Here’s why it’s important… You’re probably saying to yourself, has Janine lost her mind?! And the answer is, no, not yet anyway. The purpose of saying don’t check your email is that not checking your email constantly during the workday can provide several benefits such as: • Improved Focus and Deep Work • Increased Productivity • Reduced Stress • Better Time Management • Fewer Errors • Enhanced Creativity • More Effective Email Responses If you are used to checking your email every 10 minutes, making the change to email check-in times may be difficult in the beginning. However, if you calculate the time you spend checking your emails and sending replies, you will see how much time you waste doing that one task every day. You do not need to be tied to your email. Instead, make your email box conform to the time constraints of your business. Set two time periods aside every day to check your email. During this time, you will also respond to emails and delete those that you do not want to keep. If someone has an issue with your delayed email responses, simply explain to them your system and those are the hours you respond to email messages. You can also set up autoresponders to inform people how long it will take for you to respond to their email. By setting specific times to check your email, you create a structure that fosters focus, improves productivity, and reduces stress. Looking for someone to assist you with preparing W2s and 1099s? Janine Anderson’s Accounting Solutions is here to help! Contact Janine today via private message or email: janine@jandersonsaccountingsolutions.com Sign up with Janine Anderson’s Accounting Solutions before December 31, 2024 and get 1 month of FREE payroll services! #janineandersonsaccountingsolutions #businessadvice #tipoftheweek

Thanks to your support, Janine's business made it into the Top 5 of The Post-Journal’s Best of the Best contest! The final voting round begins this Saturday, October 26th and runs through the 31st. The top vote-getter in each category will be crowned the winner. Please vote DAILY to help Janine Anderson’s Accounting Solutions be the top vote getter in the Accountant/Tax Preparer category: https://lnkd.in/gkaVuxp5 Thank you for taking the time to vote for us! #janineandersonsaccountingsolutions #bestofthebest

Confused by all the rules around filing NYS sales tax? Let Janine help! Please read today’s Tuesday Tip of the Week which gives an overview of NYS Sales Tax Filing Basics. New York State has intricate sales tax laws that can make filing a sales return challenging. Unlike some other states, New York runs from March through February, rather than January through December. There are also varying jurisdictional rates and unique taxability rules. New York has a base sales tax rate of 4%, yet many counties and cities charge additional sales taxes. You can find your jurisdiction and local rates by visiting the NYS Taxation and Finance website. Once you begin filing sales tax returns, NYS may send you a letter requesting a change in your filing frequency. Sometimes, they will give you an option to move from quarterly to annually. No matter the frequency, the sales tax returns are due on the 20th day of the month following the end of a filing schedule period. If you are a high-volume business filing quarterly New York sales tax returns, you will be asked to make monthly sales tax prepayments. The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance will send a letter stating you are required to participate in the prepayment program. If you fail to make prepayments after receiving that letter, you could face significant penalties, such as interest on tax owed. If you need help filing your sales tax return, or simply have questions, don’t hesitate to contact Janine via private message or email: janine@jandersonsaccountingsolutions.com. Let Janine Anderson’s Accounting Solutions take the stress off your shoulders of running payroll. Have peace of mind knowing your payroll reports and tax payments are filed timely and accurately while avoiding hefty penalties! Contact Janine today via private message or email: janine@jandersonsaccountingsolutions.com to learn more about her payroll services. Sign up with Janine Anderson’s Accounting Solutions before December 31, 2024 and get 1 month of FREE payroll services! #janineandersonsaccountingsolutions #SalesTax #tipoftheweek

Need a general contractor for all your new construction or renovation needs? Check out today’s Celebrating Clients: Our Shining Stars series as Janine showcases Iuculano Development. Iuculano Construction, LLC, owned by Chad Laska, is a licensed general contracting company. They handle residential, commercial, and industrial projects and serve two locations: Lake Norman, NC and Jamestown, NY. Iuculano Development handles projects from the ground up, including but not limited to, new construction, renovations, additions, custom kitchens, bathrooms, and pools, as well as site work. Reach out with any of your building needs to (704) 380-0368, (716) 499-5762, or iuculanodevelopmentllc@gmail.com. Additionally follow them on Facebook: https://lnkd.in/gk7y-UeS #janineandersonsaccountingsolutions #SmallBusinessSuccess

Hello! Today’s post features something fun and light which we hope you enjoy. In honor of National Pug Day, Janine would like to give a shout out to one of her office sidekicks Ivy, her little black pug. Pugs are known for their loyalty and entertaining qualities and Ivy is no exception. Wherever Janine goes, Ivy goes. She is always there to support Janine throughout the workday and beyond. You’ll often find her snuggled up next to Janine at the desk snoring, snorting, licking, or listening intently to phone conversations or zoom meetings making sure Janine is taking good notes and providing excellent service to all her clients. If Ivy is not right next to her, you’ll find her in a fuzzy bean bag chair staring intently at Janine to be sure she doesn’t miss a move. We should all be so fortunate to have such a wonderful sidekick as Ivy to work with us throughout our day. Happy National Pug Day Ivy❤️! Would you like assistance with completing your weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly payroll? Look no further! Janine Anderson’s Accounting Solutions can assist you with all your payroll needs. Contact Janine today via private message or email: janine@jandersonsaccountingsolutions.com. Sign up with Janine Anderson’s Accounting Solutions before December 31, 2024 and get 1 month of FREE payroll services! #janineandersonsaccountingsolutions #nationalpugday

Today’s Celebrating Clients: Our Shining Stars series, features a client testimonial from Uriah Cole d/b/a UC Proper Painting which is a local small business that offers fully insured professional quality painting and carpentry services, but they also have a team of EPA Certified individuals who specialize in Lead Abatement and Renovation. Read the wonderful things Uriah has to say about Janine Anderson’s Accounting Solutions! #janineandersonsaccountingsolutions #CelebratingSuccess #clienttestimonial

Greetings! We hope you enjoy today’s Tuesday Tip of the Week which is a bookkeeping tip that talks about why it’s important to keep your business and personal finances separate. Co-mingling expenses and income is a common mistake in small business bookkeeping—and one that will cause huge headaches for your business in the future. Janine advises all of her business clients to open a business bank account as soon as they decide to set up their business. This not only separates your accounts, but also helps your business build its own credit rating. Keeping business and personal finances separate is essential for several key reasons: 1. Legal Protection and Liability - For LLCs or corporations, maintaining separate finances is crucial for protecting your personal assets from business liabilities. 2. Simplified Accounting - Ensures accurate tracking of business income and expenses. 3. Improved Financial Management - Allows for better cash flow management, accurate budgeting, and informed financial decision-making. 4. Professionalism and Credibility - Enhances your business’s credibility with clients, suppliers, and financial institutions, making it easier to secure financing and build trust. 5. Personal Financial Security - Reduces the risk of using personal funds to cover business expenses, protecting your financial security and avoiding personal debt for business liabilities. 6. Compliance with Regulations - For certain business structures, it is a legal requirement. Non-compliance can result in penalties and jeopardize your business’s legal standing. Separating your finances will help you set and achieve distinct financial goals for your business and personal life, allowing for better financial planning and decision-making. Struggling to keep up with preparing, filing, and submitting payroll reports and taxes to the State and Federal governments? Let Janine Anderson’s Accounting Solutions do this for you! Contact Janine today via private message or email: janine@jandersonsaccountingsolutions.com. Sign up with Janine Anderson’s Accounting Solutions before December 31, 2024 and get 1 month of FREE payroll services! #janineandersonsaccountingsolutions #bookkeeping #tipoftheweek

Welcome to today’s Celebrating Clients: Our Shining Stars series where we’re featuring an amazing client, Powell's Plowing and Lawn Care. Powell's Plowing and Lawn Care, owned by Andy Powell, has been in business since 2022. They provide hardscaping, landscaping, plowing and salting, hydroseeding, drainage, small construction, and mowing. Their client list includes: Chautauqua Institution, STEL (Southern Tier Environmental Living), Southern Chautauqua Federal Credit Union, Greater Chautauqua Federal Credit Union, Shults Ford, Dancing with Victoria, Lakewood Furniture Gallery, Chautauqua Adult Day Services, Erickson Webb and Hadju, The Aesthetic House, and many more. For more information about their services or for any questions, contact them today at 716-338-8235 or follow them on Facebook: https://lnkd.in/gmFkTWeF #janineandersonsaccountingsolutions #SmallBusinessSuccess

Before we begin today’s post, Janine would like to take a moment to thank everyone who voted for Janine Anderson’s Accounting Solutions as part of the Best of the Best contest – she's truly elated as her business made it into the Top 5! The next round of voting takes place later this month and she would love your continued support. Janine is excited to announce a payroll promotion that she's offering. Anyone who signs up with Janine Anderson’s Accounting Solutions before December 31, 2024, will get 1 month of FREE payroll services! Don't delay, connect with her today via private message or email: janine@jandersonsaccountingsolutions.com. Let Janine Anderson’s Accounting Solutions take the pressure and responsibility of payroll off your plate so you can focus on other aspects of your business. #janineandersonsaccountingsolutions #payrollservices