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Chart of Accounts Template
A starter account list to adapt to your business model and reporting needs.
Resource overview
A starter account list to adapt to your business model and reporting needs. Use it to organize the information you already have, identify gaps, and prepare a more useful conversation with your adviser.
Who is this for?
This resource is designed for small business readers. If your filing structure, employment situation, or business activities are more complex, review the official references and seek tailored guidance.
What's included?
- Review sample asset, liability, equity, revenue, and expense categories
- Rename categories to match your operation
- Avoid duplicate accounts with the same purpose
- Map transactions consistently each month
How to use this resource
- Download the Excel and save a working copy.
- Work through the listed items using your own statements, receipts, and records.
- Check missing information against the official references below.
- Keep the completed file and original source documents securely.
Document preview
Accounts worksheet · editable Excel file
| Number | Account name | Type | Detail type | Normal balance | Description | Active? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 | Operating checking account | Asset | Bank | Debit | Main business bank account | Yes |
| 1010 | Savings account | Asset | Bank | Debit | Reserve and tax set-aside balances | Yes |
| 1050 | Payment processor clearing | Asset | Other current asset | Debit | Funds held by card or payment processors | Yes |
| 1100 | Accounts receivable | Asset | Accounts receivable | Debit | Amounts customers owe you | Yes |
| 1200 | Inventory | Asset | Other current asset | Debit | Goods held for sale | Yes |
Preview shows the first rows of the worksheet; formulas, drop-down lists and calculations are in the downloaded file.
Official references
Use these authoritative pages to verify time-sensitive tax details and find current forms.
This is NetFintax educational material, not an official IRS or Nevada government form. It does not determine tax eligibility or replace personalized professional advice.
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