Accounting for Swiss start-ups: How to keep track of Everything

Why accounting is so important for start-ups?

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Clean bookkeeping is the foundation of every successful start-up. It not only provides an overview of finances, but also protects against costly mistakes.

Your benefits at a glance:

-Clear overview of liquidity and budget

-Early identification of financial risks

-Basis for discussions with investors and banks

-Compliance with legal obligations and correct tax returns

Disordered financial management quickly leads to problems — from missed payment deadlines to VAT violations and liquidity bottlenecks.

Structured accounting is therefore essential, especially for Swiss start-ups, in order to keep finances under control and reliably comply with legal requirements.

Invoicing: The basis of all accounting

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Invoicing is at the heart of bookkeeping. It documents all income and expenditure and is regulated by law in the Code of Obligations (OR) and the Commercial Register Act (HRegV).

Only correctly issued and recorded invoices guarantee a transparent financial overview and form the basis for a reliable tax declaration.

Tax advice: Your advantage as a Swiss start-up

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Professional tax advice is an important success factor for young companies. It helps to understand tax obligations, make optimal use of deductions and avoid risks.

Relevant tax types for start-ups:

-Direct federal tax

-Cantonal and municipal taxes

-VAT (from CHF 100,000 turnover or voluntary registration)

Benefits of tax advice

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-Ensuring tax compliance

-Optimizing the tax burden

-Advice on the appropriate VAT method (effective or net tax rate)

-Save time — focus on your business growth

Foresighted tax planning saves money, creates security and supports sustainable growth.