Month-End Close Checklist
Close the period after reconciliations, exceptions and approvals are complete, while preserving a controlled correction route.
Method And Expected Result
Use the same cut-off and accounting policy across the pack. A late item follows the approved correction process. Store the closed version and the evidence for any later reopening.
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Working Sheet
| Task | Expected evidence | Owner | Status | Reference | Review date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank reconciliation | All accounts tied to statements; differences explained | Finance | Pending | ||
| Payables and commitments | Invoices matched; remaining obligations valid | Finance | Pending | ||
| Grant allocations | Eligibility and shared-cost bases reviewed | Grant owner | Pending | ||
| FX | Approved rates and treatment retained | Finance | Pending | ||
| Inter-entity | Counterparty differences resolved | Group finance | Pending | ||
| Period approval | Reviewed pack and authorised close | Controller | Pending |
The Excel toolkit includes the Month-end close worksheet for this resource. CSV exports contain current values; Excel retains the calculator formulas.
