Certified QuickBooks Bookkeeper vs. ProAdvisor – What’s the Difference?
If you’re looking for help with your books, you’ll likely see two terms thrown around a lot: Certified QuickBooks Bookkeeper and QuickBooks ProAdvisor.
Download Our Free Brochure →They sound similar – but they’re not the same. Here’s what each title means and how to choose the right one for your business.
What Is a Certified QuickBooks Bookkeeper?
A Certified QuickBooks Bookkeeper is someone who has passed QuickBooks training focused on daily bookkeeping tasks – reconciling accounts, categorizing transactions, and generating reports.
What Is a QuickBooks ProAdvisor?
A ProAdvisor is someone who has completed advanced QuickBooks training through Intuit. They may be bookkeepers, accountants, or consultants – and often offer a broader view that includes setup, integrations, and strategic planning.
Key Differences:
| Feature | Certified Bookkeeper | QuickBooks ProAdvisor |
|---|---|---|
| Specialization | Daily transactions & bookkeeping | Setup, cleanups, consulting, strategy |
| CPA-Reviewed Work | Not guaranteed | Not guaranteed |
| Ongoing Monthly Help | Yes | Depends on provider |
| Best For | Small business bookkeeping | Setup, cleanups, and advisory |
Which Should You Choose?
If you’re looking for monthly support, reconciliations, and reliable financials, choose a certified bookkeeper who delivers CPA-reviewed reports – like RemoteBooksOnline.
If you’re doing a complex migration or QuickBooks setup, a ProAdvisor may be helpful for one-time consulting.
Test Case
A small business in Phoenix hired a ProAdvisor to clean up their file – but the service ended after setup. They switched to RemoteBooksOnline for consistent, ongoing bookkeeping. Now they get monthly reports reviewed by a CPA and have peace of mind knowing the books are always current.
FAQs
Can a bookkeeper also be a ProAdvisor?
Yes, but not all ProAdvisors handle daily bookkeeping or reconciliations.
Download Our Free Brochure →Who’s better for ongoing support?
A certified bookkeeper focused on daily/monthly tasks is best.
Are RemoteBooksOnline bookkeepers certified?
Yes — and every report is CPA-reviewed.
Can I use both?
Absolutely. Use a ProAdvisor for setup, and a bookkeeper for monthly service.
What about taxes?
We don’t file taxes, but our reports make it easy for your CPA to do so.
Tax professionals and CPAs rely on our QuickBooks bookkeeping services to streamline financials and scale their practices efficiently.
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