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Bookkeeping Best Practices

Essential bookkeeping tips to keep your business finances organized and accurate.

Daily Habits

  • Record all transactions immediately
  • Save and organize receipts digitally
  • Separate business and personal expenses
  • Reconcile cash and card transactions
  • Track mileage for business travel

Weekly Tasks

  • Review accounts receivable
  • Process vendor bills
  • Update inventory records
  • Review bank feeds in accounting software
  • Categorize all transactions

Monthly Responsibilities

  • Reconcile all bank and credit card accounts
  • Review profit & loss statement
  • Check accounts receivable aging
  • Prepare and send invoices
  • Pay bills and manage cash flow
  • Review budget vs. actual

Best Practices

  • Use accounting software (QuickBooks, Xero, etc.)
  • Maintain a chart of accounts
  • Keep business and personal finances separate
  • Back up financial data regularly
  • Work with a professional accountant
  • Stay current on tax laws and requirements

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