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Monthly Bookkeeping Checklist for UAE Businesses

The 12-point monthly close every UAE SME should run to stay VAT- and CT-ready year-round.

TETax Easy UAE Editorial· Reviewed by CA Mayank GuptaUpdated 15 July 2026 6 min read FTA-aligned

A clean monthly close is what makes VAT and CT filings painless. Run this checklist by the 10th of every month.

The 12-point close

  • Bank reconciliation — every account
  • Credit card & petty cash reconciliation
  • AR ageing review + follow-ups
  • AP ageing + supplier invoice matching
  • Payroll processed + WPS SIF uploaded
  • VAT-tagging of all invoices (5% / 0% / exempt)
  • Fixed assets — additions & depreciation
  • Prepaid & accrued expenses
  • Inventory count (if applicable)
  • Intercompany reconciliations
  • Draft P&L + Balance Sheet review
  • Close period in accounting software
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This article is for general guidance only and reflects FTA rules as of July 2026. Always confirm your specific position with a qualified UAE tax advisor.

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