Managing Your eCommerce Accounting: Software vs Bookkeeping

eCommerce sellers are constantly trying to find ways to improve efficiency. Whether that be speeding up shipping times or reducing website lags, efficiency often translates to greater productivity and profitability. However, this isn’t always the case regarding your bookkeeping and software. Understanding the primary differences between bookkeeping and software, including the pros and cons, can…

The Four Basics of Walmart Accounting

The popularity of e-commerce has led to large retailers, like Walmart, giving third-party sellers the ability to sell on their platforms. Walmart launched Walmart Marketplace back in 2009 but didn’t see high numbers of third-party sellers until a few years ago. In May 2022, Walmart reported over 150,000 third-party sellers, a 66% increase from 2021.…

eBay Accounting: What You Need to Know

eBay is not a new entrant to the e-commerce realm, with roots tying back to 1995 when operations began as an automotive marketplace. Today, eBay is one of the top platforms that e-commerce sellers gravitate towards because of increasing customer demand and user-friendliness. Many eBay sellers get so caught up in driving sales and maintaining…

The Four Pillars of Amazon Accounting

Amazon has significantly reduced, if not eliminated, the barriers to entering the e-commerce realm as a seller. The global giant reported $469 billion in revenue, with 22% of that revenue being driven by third-party sellers. From handling inventory storage and customer service to facilitating returns and shipping items, Amazon makes being a seller seem simple.…

Understanding the 3 Pillars of Agency Accounting

As consumers find new ways to fill their time, agency businesses are in high demand, especially those centered around e-commerce. Your agency business, regardless of industry focus, needs to implement the proper agency accounting procedures to navigate through the complex business environment. Sales tax, revenue recognition, and tax planning are the three pillars of agency…