Post-Incorporation Compliance Checklist for Private Companies
Important early-stage and recurring compliance actions after receiving the Certificate of Incorporation.
Important early-stage and recurring compliance actions after receiving the Certificate of Incorporation. Use the sections below to understand the practical decisions, records and compliance points before taking action.
Immediate company actions
The company should organise its bank account, subscription money evidence, first auditor appointment, share certificates and statutory registers within applicable timelines.
Accounting and annual filings
Private companies generally maintain books of account, complete statutory audit and income-tax obligations, and file financial statements and annual returns with the Registrar.
Event-based compliance
Changes involving directors, registered office, share capital or other corporate particulars may trigger separate filings. Applicability and deadlines should be checked against current law and the company facts.
This article provides general information and is not a substitute for legal, tax or investment advice. Applicability should be reviewed for the proposed entity and current law.