DLS Bookkeeping Solutions

DLS Bookkeeping Solutions My name is Debbie Schultz. Owner of DLS Bookkeeping Solutions. I live in Skowhegan ME and provide virtual bookkeeping.

My goal is to help business owners get clear, accurate books so they can feel confident about where their business stands.

A bank balance and a bookkeeping balance do not always tell the same story. Monthly reconciliations help confirm that al...
08/28/2026

A bank balance and a bookkeeping balance do not always tell the same story.

Monthly reconciliations help confirm that all activity has been recorded and that your nonprofit's reports reflect reality.

What tends to delay reconciliations in your organization?

Internal controls do not have to be complicated. Even a small business can reduce errors by separating key steps, requir...
08/27/2026

Internal controls do not have to be complicated.

Even a small business can reduce errors by separating key steps, requiring a second review, or documenting who approves and records a transaction.

Start with one task where a simple review would make a difference.

What task would benefit from a second set of eyes?

Reconciling in QuickBooks compares your records with the bank or credit card statement. Enter the statement ending date ...
08/26/2026

Reconciling in QuickBooks compares your records with the bank or credit card statement.

Enter the statement ending date and ending balance, then resolve differences before completing the reconciliation.

Which account is next on your reconciliation list?

When was the last time every bank and credit card account was reconciled? Monthly reconciliations compare your accountin...
08/25/2026

When was the last time every bank and credit card account was reconciled? Monthly reconciliations compare your accounting records with statements and can help uncover missing items, recording errors, or unusual activity before they affect reports.

Are your nonprofit's accounts reconciled through last month?
When was the last time every bank and credit card account was reconciled? Monthly reconciliations compare your accounting records with statements and can help uncover missing items, recording errors, or unusual activity before they affect reports.

Are your nonprofit's accounts reconciled through last month?

Give your money a plan before the month begins. Start with expected income, list your regular and upcoming expenses, and...
08/24/2026

Give your money a plan before the month begins. Start with expected income, list your regular and upcoming expenses, and adjust as the month unfolds. What expense is toughest to predict?

A budget is not about predicting every dollar perfectly - it gives your business a plan.Looking ahead to expected income...
08/24/2026

A budget is not about predicting every dollar perfectly - it gives your business a plan.

Looking ahead to expected income and expenses can help you prepare for slower months and make decisions before cash feels tight.

What expense is the hardest for you to estimate each month?

Financial reports should help your nonprofit board understand what is happening - not leave members staring at a page of...
08/21/2026

Financial reports should help your nonprofit board understand what is happening - not leave members staring at a page of numbers.

Reports are most useful when they are timely, easy to follow, and connected to the organization's budget, programs, cash needs, and responsibilities. If the same questions come up every month, the presentation may need to change.

What part of your financial reports causes the most questions from your board?

Bookkeeping does not need to take over your week. A simple, consistent routine can keep the work manageable and prevent ...
08/20/2026

Bookkeeping does not need to take over your week. A simple, consistent routine can keep the work manageable and prevent small questions from becoming month-end problems.

Set aside time each week to review transactions, save receipts, and note anything that needs follow-up. Consistency is often more valuable than waiting for a large block of free time.

What bookkeeping task could you add to a recurring schedule this week?

QuickBooks categories do more than organize transactions—they shape the story your financial reports tell.When reviewing...
08/19/2026

QuickBooks categories do more than organize transactions—they shape the story your financial reports tell.

When reviewing a transaction, look beyond the vendor’s name and consider why the money was spent. The same vendor can represent different types of expenses, so choosing the category that reflects the business purpose keeps your reports more useful.

Which categories cause the most confusion in your books?

Hi, I’m Debbie, the owner of DLS Bookkeeping Solutions!I help small businesses and nonprofits maintain clear, accurate b...
08/18/2026

Hi, I’m Debbie, the owner of DLS Bookkeeping Solutions!

I help small businesses and nonprofits maintain clear, accurate books so they can better understand their finances and focus on the work that matters most to them.

With more than 15 years of accounting and auditing experience, I offer monthly bookkeeping, QuickBooks cleanup and catch-up services, and Books Health Checks.

On this page, I’ll be sharing practical bookkeeping tips, QuickBooks guidance, and information created specifically for small businesses and nonprofits.

If you’re feeling behind, overwhelmed, or unsure about your books, you’re in the right place.

Follow along, send me a message, or schedule a call through the link in my bio.

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Skowhegan, ME
04976

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Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm

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