finance

Weekly Bookkeeping Checklist

One hour a week keeps the books clean and the accountant cheap.

  1. Import and categorise transactions

    Clear the bank feed to zero uncategorised.

    ~30 min

  2. Attach receipts

    Every expense has evidence attached.

    ~20 min

  3. Raise and send invoices

    Same week as the work was delivered.

    ~30 min

  4. Chase overdue invoices

    Polite, escalating sequence with dates.

    ~20 min

  5. Review upcoming bills

    Anything due in the next 14 days.

    ~15 min

  6. Update the cash position

    Rolling 13-week forecast refreshed.

    ~20 min

  7. Flag anything unusual

    Duplicates, unexpected charges or missing income.

    ~15 min

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