Month-end Procedures Overview

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Month-end procedures usually are performed at the end of every month, but they can be done at any time during the month. The key to success is to perform these tasks regularly. Some tasks need to be performed at a specified time every month. Consult your accountant if you're unsure which of these tasks are required for your business.

Reviewing and printing your trial balance
Reviewing and adjusting budgets
Reviewing cash flow
Reviewing items' order status
Purging information that's no longer needed
Reconciling chebank accounts
Using statements downloaded from the Internet
Paying PAYE and NIC's
Other month-end procedures
Closing accounting periods