Connect remotely to your client's computer to balance the books, just like if you worked on-site. Work through an online cloud-based bookkeeping software (such as QuickBooks Online or Xero) with your own secure login. Use the same desktop software you're used to, but accessed through a hosted virtual desktop.

Bookkeeping focuses on recording and organizing financial data, including tasks such as invoicing, billing, payroll and reconciling transactions. Accounting is the interpretation and presentation of that financial data, including aspects such as tax returns, auditing and analyzing performance.