{"id":241,"date":"2025-04-14T11:18:41","date_gmt":"2025-04-14T11:18:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.accountantswestlondon.co.uk\/?p=241"},"modified":"2025-04-25T11:23:20","modified_gmt":"2025-04-25T11:23:20","slug":"year-end-accounting-checklist-for-uk-businesses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.accountantswestlondon.co.uk\/index.php\/2025\/04\/14\/year-end-accounting-checklist-for-uk-businesses\/","title":{"rendered":"Year-End Accounting Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As the financial year ends, businesses must ensure their accounts are in order. Here\u2019s a checklist to help you stay compliant and stress-free:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Reconcile your bank accounts<\/strong> \u2013 Ensure all transactions match.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Check your expenses<\/strong> \u2013 Make sure they are all logged and supported by receipts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Send invoices and chase payments<\/strong> \u2013 Tidy up your accounts receivable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Calculate depreciation<\/strong> \u2013 Adjust for assets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Review payroll records<\/strong> \u2013 Ensure all PAYE filings are accurate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  6. Submit your final VAT return<\/strong> \u2013 And pay on time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  7. Prepare your year-end accounts<\/strong> \u2013 Work with your accountant to finalise financial statements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  8. Submit your Corporation Tax return<\/strong> \u2013 Due 12 months after year-end but better to do early.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  9. Archive documents<\/strong> \u2013 Keep everything organised and backed up for 6 years.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    An accountant can walk you through this and ensure your submissions to HMRC are accurate and timely.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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