Optimize your financial reporting with our Blank Financial Statement Template, a comprehensive workflow guiding you from data collection to final submission.
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Identify necessary financial information
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Collect necessary financial information
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Organize financial information categorically
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Transfer financial information into a draft statement
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Calculate totals, subtotals and ratios
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Review First Draft
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Approval: First Draft
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Make corrections based on First Draft approval feedback
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Review Second Draft
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Approval: Second Draft
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Make corrections based on Second Draft approval feedback
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Review Final Draft
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Print Final Financial Statement
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Review Print Edition
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Approval: Print Edition
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Submit the Final Print Financial Statement
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Record file in the financial records
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Send out copies to relevant parties
Identify necessary financial information
This task involves identifying the financial information required for the financial statement. It is crucial to gather all relevant data to accurately reflect the financial position of the company. Consider the accounts receivable, accounts payable, cash flow statements, income statements, and balance sheets. Determine the timeframe for the financial statement to cover, whether it's the previous month, quarter, or year. Indicate any specific metrics or ratios that need to be included in the statement. Ensure all necessary financial reports and documents are available.
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Balance sheet
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Income statement
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Cash flow statement
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Accounts receivable
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Accounts payable
Collect necessary financial information
In this task, collect the identified financial information required for the financial statement. Request the necessary reports from relevant departments or individuals within the organization. Communicate the needed data and establish a timeline for submission. Ensure that the collected information is accurate, complete, and up-to-date. Verify the sources of the data to maintain the validity and reliability of the financial statement.
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Accounts receivable
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Accounts payable
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Balance sheet
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Income statement
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Cash flow statement
Organize financial information categorically
This task involves organizing the collected financial information into specific categories to simplify the drafting of the financial statement. Categorize the information based on the nature of the data, such as income, expenses, assets, and liabilities. Determine if additional subcategories are required for a more detailed representation of the financial statement. Ensure that all categorized information is easily accessible and well-documented for future reference.
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Income
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Expenses
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Assets
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Liabilities
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Revenues
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Cost of goods sold
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Current assets
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Current liabilities
Transfer financial information into a draft statement
This task involves transferring the organized financial information into a draft statement format. Utilize a spreadsheet software or financial statement template to input the data accurately. Ensure that the data is presented clearly and comprehensively. Include appropriate headers, labels, and formulas to calculate subtotals and totals. Review the draft statement for any discrepancies or errors before proceeding to the next task.
Calculate totals, subtotals and ratios
This task involves calculating the totals, subtotals, and ratios based on the transferred financial information. Use appropriate formulas and functions within the spreadsheet software to automate the calculations. Include relevant financial ratios such as liquidity ratios, profitability ratios, and debt ratios. Verify the accuracy of the calculations and review the results to ensure they align with the expected figures.
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Total revenue
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Total expenses
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Net income
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Current ratio
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Return on assets
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Liquidity ratios
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Profitability ratios
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Debt ratios
Review First Draft
This task involves reviewing the first draft of the financial statement. Pay attention to the accuracy and completeness of the information presented. Check for any formatting issues or inconsistencies. Evaluate the calculations and ratios for reasonability and correctness. Identify any areas that require modification or clarification. Collaborate with the responsible individuals to address any concerns or adjustments needed.
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Alignment
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Font consistency
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Number formatting
Approval: First Draft
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Make corrections based on First Draft approval feedback
Based on the feedback received on the first draft, make the necessary corrections to improve the financial statement. Address any formatting issues or inconsistencies. Modify calculations and ratios as per the feedback received. Collaborate with the responsible individuals to incorporate any additional information or adjustments required. Ensure that the revised version is accurate, clear, and meets the desired standards.
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Alignment
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Font consistency
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Number formatting
Review Second Draft
Now that the corrections have been made based on the feedback from the first draft, it's time to review the second draft of the financial statement. Review the revised statement and compare it with the initial feedback. Take note of any further improvements required and ensure that all corrections have been adequately addressed. Use the relevant form fields to document the review and feedback.
Approval: Second Draft
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Make corrections based on Second Draft approval feedback
After reviewing the second draft of the financial statement, it's time to address any further improvements based on the feedback received. Consider the areas for improvement identified in the previous task and make the necessary revisions. Ensure that all corrections are made accurately and comprehensively. Use the relevant form fields to document the corrections made.
Review Final Draft
Now that all the necessary corrections have been made, it's time to review the final draft of the financial statement. Take a final look at the statement to ensure that all changes have been incorporated correctly and that the statement is accurate, complete, and well-organized. Use the relevant form fields to document the final review.
Print Final Financial Statement
In this task, you will print the final version of the financial statement. Ensure that you have access to a printer and necessary printing supplies. Before proceeding with the printing, double-check that the final draft is accurate and error-free. Use the relevant form fields to confirm the printing process.
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Print in color
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Print in black and white
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Double-sided printing
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Printer paper
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Ink cartridges
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Paper clips
Review Print Edition
Once the financial statement is printed, it's time to review the print edition. Take a careful look at the printed statement to ensure that everything is legible, organized, and in the desired format. Check for any printing errors, such as missing pages or smudged text. Use the relevant form fields to document the review.
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High quality
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Medium quality
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Low quality
Approval: Print Edition
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Submit the Final Print Financial Statement
Now that the financial statement has been reviewed and approved in its printed edition, it's time to submit it to the relevant parties. Consider the intended recipients and the preferred method of submission. Ensure that the statement is securely packaged or transmitted to maintain confidentiality. Use the relevant form fields to document the submission process.
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Physical delivery
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Email
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Courier service
Record file in the financial records
After submitting the final print financial statement, it's important to record the file in the financial records for future reference. Consider the appropriate method of record-keeping and the necessary details to document this process. Use the relevant form fields to record the file in the financial records.
Send out copies to relevant parties
Once the final print financial statement has been recorded in the financial records, it's time to send out copies to the relevant parties. Identify who needs to receive copies of the statement and the preferred method of delivery. Ensure that the copies are properly packaged or transmitted to maintain confidentiality. Use the relevant form fields to document the sending out of copies.
