Enterprise Month-End Close Support
Execution-focused month-end close support for organizations that need speed, accuracy, and audit-ready financials at scale.
Core Problems This Use Case Solves
Close cycles that extend longer each month - Reconciliation backlogs across cash, AR, AP, and inventory
- Manual journal entry dependency
- Missing or inconsistent supporting schedules
- Audit exposure due to weak documentation
- High stress close periods with unreliable outputs
What Month-End Close Support Includes
Close Preparation and Execution
- Defined close calendar and timelines
- Account-level reconciliation ownership
- Accrual preparation and review support
- Journal entry preparation with documentation
- Cutoff and period controls
Balance Sheet Reconciliations
- Cash and bank reconciliations
- AR and AP clearing accounts
- Inventory and WIP accounts
- Accruals, prepaid, and deferred balances
- Intercompany and clearing accounts
All reconciliations include documented support and review notes.
Supporting Schedules and Workpapers
- Roll-forward schedules
- Variance explanations
- Aging reports tied to the general ledger
- Audit-ready documentation packages
How This Works in Practice
Month-end close support follows a structured execution model:
- Scope definition by account, entity, and system
- Close calendar alignment with internal teams and CPAs
- Reconciliation and accrual execution
- Issue tracking and resolution
- Delivery of review-ready financials and schedules
Outputs are designed for internal leadership review, CPA review, and audit support.
Controls and Reliability
All close workflows follow enterprise controls:
- Role-based access
- Segregation of duties
- Approval checkpoints
- Version-controlled workpapers
- Documented issue resolution
Who This Use Case Is For
This use case applies to:
- Multi-entity organizations
- High transaction volume businesses
- Companies preparing for audits or diligence
- Finance teams needing execution support
- Organizations scaling faster than internal headcount
How This Connects to Enterprise Services
Month-end close support integrates directly with core enterprise services:
Industries That Commonly Use This Support
This use case is common across:
Results Enterprise Clients See
- Shorter and more predictable close cycles
- Reduced reconciliation backlog
- Fewer audit adjustments
- Improved reporting confidence
- Lower close-period stress
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same as controller or CFO services?
No. This service focuses on execution of close tasks and reconciliations. Oversight and sign-off remain with internal leadership or CPAs.
Do you replace our accounting team?
No. We operate as an extension, handling repeatable close execution.
Is this suitable for audits?
Yes. Outputs are structured to support audit and diligence requirements.
Do you support multi-entity close?
Yes. Close workflows are executed by entity with consolidated reporting support.