Monthly Accounting Checklist Template
A complete monthly accounting checklist covering all key close activities from journal entries and reconciliations to financial reporting and sign-off. Suitable for small accounting teams managing the full month-end process.
How to use this template
Post standard journal entries
Record recurring entries including depreciation, amortization, prepaid expense amortization, and any other standard monthly accruals.
Process and reconcile bank accounts
Download bank statements and reconcile each account to the GL. Identify and resolve any unreconciled items.
Reconcile key balance sheet accounts
Complete reconciliations for accounts receivable, accounts payable, prepaid expenses, fixed assets, and accrued liabilities.
Prepare and review financial statements
Generate the income statement and balance sheet. Review for unusual balances, significant variances, and completeness.
Obtain management sign-off
Present the financial package to management or the CFO for review and approval. Document sign-off before locking the period.
Why use this template
- Single checklist covers the full monthly close from open to sign-off
- Prevents tasks from being skipped during busy or high-pressure close periods
- Status tracking gives management real-time visibility into close progress
- Works for teams of any size — from solo bookkeepers to full accounting departments
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