Learn WTF: What The Finance Podcast

HELP! Where Have All the Good Bookkeepers Gone?


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It’s Friday, tax season is still kicking my ass, and I’ve got five days left before freedom! But in the midst of this chaos, I’m bringing you a very necessary bookkeeping lesson—because let’s face it, bad bookkeeping is an epidemic, and I’m here to fix it.


Today’s teaching moment? Prepaid expenses, QuickBooks blunders, and why selecting the wrong name (vendor vs. customer) can screw up everything. Plus, big news: I’m launching a bookkeeper matchmaking program to train and connect quality bookkeepers with businesses that desperately need them. If you’ve ever asked, “Do you know any good bookkeepers?”—this episode is for you.


In this episode of What the Finance, Katrina Keller, CPA shares her journey through tax season while introducing exciting developments at LearnWTF.com Academy. The academy aims to provide finance courses, toolkits, and certification opportunities for individuals seeking to enhance their financial skills without pursuing formal degrees. A significant focus is on addressing the common challenge of finding reliable bookkeepers, as the speaker expresses a desire to train individuals in bookkeeping and connect them with employers. The speaker emphasizes the importance of financial literacy for everyone, encouraging self-motivated learning and understanding of business processes. Additionally, a teaching moment is shared regarding the handling of prepaid expenses in QuickBooks, highlighting common mistakes and the importance of accurate transaction entries. Overall, the speaker is passionate about empowering others in finance and fostering a community of skilled professionals.

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Learn WTF: What The Finance PodcastBy Katrina Keller, CPA, CFF, CFE, MST...PhD*coming soon!