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Finance and accountancy
A head for figures is a vital prerequisite for any business owner. You must be prepared to keep comprehensive books, able to make accurate forecasts and predictions, and capable of completing end of year and in-year reports for your taxation returns.

Your financial responsibilities begin before you have even started your business. You will need to master the art of the profit and loss projection and the cashflow forecast, in order to secure investment and provide your firm with a sturdy framework for development.
5.1 Setting up your micro enterprise
5.1.1 Step 1: Do your research 5.1.2 Step 2: Write your business plan 5.1.3 Step 3: Plan your finances 5.1.4 Step 4: Choose a business structure 5.1.5 Step 5: Pick and register your business name 5.1.6 Step 6: Get licenses and permits 5.1.7 Step 7: Choose your accounting system 5.1.8 Step 8: Set up your business location 5.1.9 Step 9: Get Your Team Ready 5.1.10 Step 10: Promote your small business
5.2 Skills for setting up a micro enterprise
5.2.1 Project management 5.2.2 Finance and accountancy 5.2.3 Leadership 5.2.4 Presenting and communication 5.2.5 Delegation and managing people 5.2.6 Sales and marketing
5.3 The cost and risks of setting up a micro enterprise
5.3.1 Product or service risk 5.3.2 Market risk 5.3.3 Financial risk 5.3.4 Health and safety risk 5.3.5 Poor management risk
5.4 Educational film
5.5 Additional resources
5.6 References