Tax season catches most small business owners off guard. Between closing your books, tracking down contractor information, and figuring out sales tax obligations across multiple states, it's easy to miss critical deadlines or make costly mistakes. This checklist gives you a clear, step-by-step path to get your finances in order before year-end—so you can file with confidence instead of scrambling at the last minute.
Use this checklist to identify what's done and what needs attention before tax season arrives—so you can file on time, avoid penalties, and start the new year with clean books.
