We’re halfway through the year — how financially healthy is your business?
A mid-year financial checkup is one of the most valuable (yet often overlooked) tools a business can use to stay on track. Whether you're growing fast or tightening operations, now is the time to assess what’s working, what’s not, and what needs attention before Q4 sneaks up.
At AccountingDepartment.com, we help small to mid-sized businesses get clear on their financial picture and make smarter decisions with outsourced accounting services, including Client Accounting Services (CAS) and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). Here's what we recommend reviewing mid-year — and how to take action.
Review Your Year-to-Date Financial Statements
Start with the basics: Are your profit and loss statement, balance sheet, and cash flow report up to date and accurate?
Key questions to ask:
- Are you meeting your revenue goals so far?
- Are your expenses on track with your budget?
- Is your gross margin healthy?
- Are there any unexpected financial swings?
If your books aren’t clean or you’re unsure what your numbers mean, this is a red flag. It may be time to bring in an outsourced accounting team that can provide accurate, real-time reporting and help you interpret the data.
Evaluate Your Cash Flow
Cash flow issues are one of the top reasons businesses struggle — even profitable ones.
At mid-year:
- Forecast your cash flow through year-end
- Identify any upcoming cash gaps or seasonal dips
- Consider tightening collections or renegotiating vendor terms
If you don’t have a solid cash flow forecast or your process is manual, outsourced FP&A services can help you implement a real-time dashboard that makes forecasting easy and reliable.
Check In on Budget vs. Actuals
Is your team sticking to the financial plan?
Now’s the time to compare your budget vs. actuals and adjust:
- Are you overspending in key areas?
- Are there departments or product lines outperforming others?
- Should you reallocate resources to finish the year stronger?
A solid Client Accounting Services provider like AccountingDepartment.com can help you track performance against your goals, giving you the visibility needed to make course corrections — not just at year-end, but now.
Assess Tax Readiness and Compliance
Tax season might seem far away, but prepping now avoids chaos later. Use this mid-year window to:
- Confirm estimated tax payments are on track
- Ensure 1099s and payroll compliance are up to date
- Plan for any upcoming tax-saving opportunities
An outsourced accounting team helps ensure everything stays tax-ready year-round — no scrambling in Q1.
Forecast the Rest of the Year
Once you’ve reviewed your current performance, shift your focus forward. A mid-year checkup should include a 6-month financial forecast:
- What does the rest of the year look like based on current trends?
- What are your best-case, worst-case, and most likely financial scenarios?
- What decisions do you need to make now to stay on track?
Our FP&A experts work with businesses to build custom, driver-based forecasts that support strategic planning — not guesswork.
A mid-year financial checkup isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s a chance to optimize your operations, reduce risk, and take control of your business’s trajectory for the second half of the year.
If your team is too busy or doesn’t have the financial expertise to do this right, outsourcing might be your next smart move.
Ready to take control of your accounting?
Let AccountingDepartment.com help you get your financials in order and set your business up for a strong finish. From daily accounting tasks to strategic financial planning and analysis insights, our team is built to support businesses like yours, every step of the way.
Reach out today to schedule a consultation and see how we can help.
