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Month-end close process template

A month-end close plan shows which team does what on each working day, so the books close on time every month. This example runs from invoice cut-off two days before month-end to controller sign-off on the sixth working day, with tasks for AP, AR, general ledger, payroll and the controller and the point each ledger is closed.

This is a planning example, not financial, accounting, tax or legal advice. Check your own policies, auditors and local rules.

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Month-end close process example showing working-day grid from wd-2 to wd6, tasks for five teams, ledger close points and a done checklist
Everything in this example is editable. Replace the labels, move the shapes and adapt the layout to your work.

How to use this template

  1. List every close task

    Collect the tasks from each team, including the small ones such as uploading bank statements. Missing tasks are usually why closes run late.

  2. Place them by working day

    Put each task on the day it must finish and show which tasks depend on others, such as bank reconciliations before the trial balance.

  3. Close ledgers in order

    Mark the point each ledger closes so nobody posts to it afterwards. Review the plan after each close and pull tasks earlier where you can.

Questions about this template

Can I add a team such as tax or treasury?

Yes. Add a row to the working-day grid and place its tasks on the days they happen, so they line up with the ledger close points.

Do I need an account to use it?

No. Open the template and edit it in your browser. Your work saves on this device. An account is optional if you want to sync your workspace.

Can I export the finished diagram?

Yes. Use Export in the editor to save a PNG, SVG or PDF, or download an editable .epicdraw backup.

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