Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
keep-the-books
verb phrase
/kiːp ðə bʊks/
Definition
To maintain records of financial transactions and balances.
Examples
- The accountant was hired to keep the books for several local businesses.
- If you want to run a successful company, you need to keep the books in order.
- She found it challenging to keep the books while also managing customer relations.
Meaning
The phrase refers to the practice of tracking and managing financial information, often used in accounting and finance.
Synonyms
- account for
- record transactions
- manage finances
