BookKeeping Express Accelerates Franchise Growth with Enhanced Training Program

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Melissa Lim

The continuing trend for small businesses to outsource services such as IT support and accounting services has paved the way for steady growth for BookKeeping Express, showing 81% growth in franchise locations year over year.  With a sharp focus on providing custom-tailored bookkeeping services for small businesses, franchisees in 22 states are about to have another great reason to franchise with BookKeeping Express as the company rolls out its new training program, in partnership with Universal Accounting.

Universal Accounting has a stellar track record of training and educating students throughout the world through its patented home-study curriculum.  In addition to the existing Franchise Development Program, the integration of the robust training program from Universal Accounting should round out the training for franchisees and allow for rapid growth for the company as a whole, while ensuring comprehensive training and equipping for current and potential franchisees.

About BookKeeping Express
BookKeeping Express, a national company focused on providing professional bookkeeping practices to small businesses, was founded in 1984 in California and grew to over 150 locations through licensing agreements. In 2007, Greg Jones, along with Bob Stocker and Merritt Green, purchased the company and launched the new business model in January 2008. The company is based in Vienna, Virginia.

About Universal Accounting
Universal Accounting is a Salt Lake City-based training center offering accounting, bookkeeping and income tax training to students throughout the world. Universal skills are taught through live classroom trainings or through its patented home-study course, allowing students to learn at their own pace. More information about Universal Accounting can be found by calling 1-800-343-4827 or by visiting www.universalaccounting.com.