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12-Step DIY Monthly Close Checklist for Small Businesses (Free PDF)

The 12 checks we run at Books LA at the end of every month, on one page, in the order that catches the most errors. Reconciliations, uncategorized transactions, undeposited funds, negative balances, sales tax payable, payroll liabilities, personal spending, agings, duplicates, and locking the month. Written for California small businesses in QuickBooks Online or Xero.

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The DIY Monthly Close Checklist is a free PDF resource provided by Books LA, outlining 12 essential checks for small businesses to perform at the end of each month. This checklist is designed to ensure accurate financial closing and efficiently catch common errors. Specifically tailored for California small businesses using QuickBooks Online or Xero, it covers critical areas such as reconciliations, uncategorized transactions, undeposited funds, and sales tax payable.

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About the author. Jelena Arkula founded Books LA, a bookkeeping firm in Santa Monica that works with small businesses across Los Angeles in QuickBooks Online and Xero. She writes about the rules that actually affect small businesses, in plain language, without the scare tactics. Books LA does not provide legal or income tax advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

1 What is the DIY Monthly Close Checklist?

The DIY Monthly Close Checklist is a free PDF resource provided by Books LA. It outlines 12 essential checks to perform at the end of every month to ensure accurate financial closing and catch common errors.

2 Who is this checklist designed for?

This checklist is specifically written for small businesses located in California. It is intended for use with accounting software such as QuickBooks Online or Xero.

3 What topics does the checklist cover?

The checklist covers key areas including reconciliations, uncategorized transactions, undeposited funds, negative balances, sales tax payable, payroll liabilities, personal spending, agings, duplicates, and locking the month. These checks are presented in an order designed to catch the most errors efficiently.

4 How do I get the free DIY Monthly Close Checklist?

To access the free PDF checklist, you need to enter your name and email address into the form provided on the page. The link to download the PDF will appear immediately after you submit your information.