The checklist on Starting a Small Business outlined the steps necessary for getting set up to do business in North Pole. This page is a checklist of ongoing activities that you, as a small business owner will need to keep track of on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. While we have tried to be as complete as possible, this list will not fit every business and circumstance. Be sure to add your individualized responsibilities to this list.

NOTE: items with a * are mandatory. The rest of the steps are highly recommended.

Daily Activities

1. Keep Accurate Books*
   Go to the Accounting, Taxes and Permits page for information about keeping accurate track of your business finances.

Monthly Activities

1. Submit sales tax return to Borough*
   Go to the Accounting, Taxes and Permits page for details about submitting sales taxes to the North Pole office.

2. Make payroll for your employees
   See our Accounting, Taxes and Employees page for more details.

Quarterly Activities

1. Pay payroll taxes and other employment related fees*
   See Employment Taxes and Self-employment Taxes for more information.

2. Pay federal estimated taxes
   See the IRS Website for all tax questions.

Annual Activities

1. Submit Business and Personal Property Tax Assessment * The necessary forms can be obtained from the North Pole office.
   
2. Submit Income Tax Return*
   See the IRS Website for all tax questions.

3. Pay fees for permits and licenses
   See our Licenses, Permits, and Insurance page for more information.