Patrick Dichter

Patrick Dichter, owner of AppleTree Business Services and a specialist in outsourced accounting for home service companies, joins John Wilson to shed light on crucial accounting practices. They discuss the stages of bookkeeping, from 'Checkbook Charlie' to in-house controllers, emphasizing the importance of clean month-end closes for informed decision-making. As growth consumes cash, they explore common pitfalls like accrual issues and bad accounting integrations. Patrick offers practical cash forecasting techniques to navigate financial complexity, making this a must-listen for anyone feeling financially lost in their business.