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Balance Sheet Statement Preparation Checklist

Balance Sheet Statement Preparation Checklist

Use this checklist to create a snapshot of your company’s financial position
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Introduction:
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Preparation:
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Gather necessary information
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Know the balance sheet's basic accounting equation
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Building the statement:
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Create the header of the balance sheet
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Determine and classify assets
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Calculate total assets
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Determine and classify liabilities
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Compute total liabilities
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Determine stockholders' equity
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Calculate stockholders' equity
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Compute liabilities and stockholders' equity
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Review the balance sheet
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Sources:
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