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Avoid These 5 Common Small Business Accounting Mistakes

February 28, 2023 by dmaccounting

Business Accounting

Managing finances and accounting can be a daunting task for any business owner, and even minor mistakes can lead to significant problems down the line. Inaccurate financial reporting, audits, or legal issues are all common consequences of accounting errors. We’re here to encourage you and offer some tips on how to rise above these common accounting mistakes that small business owners sometimes make:

Neglecting Expense Tracking

One of the most common accounting mistakes small business owners make is failing to keep track of expenses. This can result in missed tax deductions and overpayment of taxes. Additionally, a lack of expense tracking makes it challenging to identify where the money is going, making informed decisions difficult.

To avoid this error, establish a system to track expenses, such as using a spreadsheet or accounting software to record all business expenses, categorize them for easy tracking, and identify tax deductions.

Mixing Personal and Business Finances

Combining personal and business finances is another accounting error that small business owners make. Mixing personal and business finances can make it challenging to track financial health and prepare accurate financial reports, and it can create legal issues as the business may not be recognized as a separate legal entity.

A common solution would be to set up a separate bank account and credit card for business transactions to stay. Use the business accounts for all business transactions and avoid using them for personal expenses.

Failing to Reconcile Accounts

Reconciling accounts is critical in accounting. Failing to do so can result in inaccurate financial reporting and make it difficult to detect errors or fraudulent activity. Reconciling accounts ensures that the transactions recorded in the accounting system match the bank and credit card statements.

Be sure to reconcile accounts regularly, either manually by comparing the accounting system to bank and credit card statements or by using accounting software that automates the reconciliation process. Review accounts regularly and investigate any discrepancies to ensure financial reporting accuracy.

Missing Tax Deadlines

Small business owners must pay taxes on time to avoid penalties and interest charges. Missing tax deadlines can lead to fines, liens, legal action, damage to the business’s reputation, and difficulty securing financing or partnerships.

It helps to understand tax obligations and deadlines. Keep track of when taxes are due and ensure that they are paid on time. If unsure, consider working with a tax professional for guidance and compliance with tax laws.

Neglecting Professional Help

Accounting can be complex, and small business owners may not have the expertise or time to manage finances effectively. Failing to seek professional help can lead to accounting mistakes and difficulty in making informed decisions about the business.

Consider working with us at D&M Accounting to get professional help managing your business (and personal) finances and accounting needs. We can identify areas for savings and offer guidance to ensure smooth sailing for accounting accuracy.

Filed Under: Blog, Taxes for Businesses

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