What is another word for keeping account?
Pronunciation: [kˈiːpɪŋ ɐkˈa͡ʊnt] (IPA) 
Keeping account, or recording financial transactions, is an essential part of managing personal or business finances. There are many different synonyms for this activity, depending on the context, such as bookkeeping, record-keeping, accounting, financial management, and financial tracking. Bookkeeping typically refers to the process of recording daily financial transactions and organizing them into different categories, such as expenses and revenues. Record-keeping refers to the maintenance of accurate records of financial transactions for future reference. Accounting involves more advanced financial analysis and reporting, such as preparing financial statements and analyzing financial data to make strategic business decisions. Financial management and financial tracking both refer to overall financial oversight and monitoring of financial performance.
