good accounting makes (for) good friends

/ɡˈʊd ɐkˈaʊntɪŋ mˌeɪks fɔː ɔː ɡˈʊd fɹˈɛndz/

/ɡˈʊd ɐkˈaʊntɪŋ mˌeɪks fɔːɹ ɔːɹ ɡˈʊd fɹˈɛndz/

used to imply when people are honest and accurate in their accounting, they are less likely to have disagreements about money which can help to keep friendships peaceful and harmonious

Examples

1. I learned the hard way that good accounting makes good friends after a disagreement with my roommate over unpaid bills almost ruined our friendship, but we were able to resolve the issue by keeping better track of our expenses.