Weekly Bookkeeping Checklist

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

Checklist steps

  1. Import and categorise transactions

    Clear the bank feed to zero uncategorised.

  2. Attach receipts

    Every expense has evidence attached.

  3. Raise and send invoices

    Same week as the work was delivered.

  4. Chase overdue invoices

    Polite, escalating sequence with dates.

  5. Review upcoming bills

    Anything due in the next 14 days.

  6. Update the cash position

    Rolling 13-week forecast refreshed.

  7. Flag anything unusual

    Duplicates, unexpected charges or missing income.

Frequently asked questions

How long does this take?

Around 150 minutes end to end once the team knows the steps. Times per step are listed above.

Can I edit this checklist?

Yes. Save it to LemPlates and you can add, remove or reorder steps, assign owners and set due dates.

How often should this be run?

Run it every time the process happens and review the steps at least every six months.