The Most Common Accounting Mistakes Made by Swiss Startups — and What You Can Do to Stay Compliant and Efficient
Many entrepreneurs underestimate the complexity of Swiss financial regulations. From VAT requirements to bookkeeping obligations under the Swiss Code of Obligations, even seemingly minor accounting missteps can trigger penalties or audit issues. This guide highlights the biggest errors small businesses make — and how to prevent them with smart planning and the right tools.
Swiss Accounting Mistakes That Could Cost You
1. Delaying VAT registration
Once you hit CHF 100,000 in turnover, you must register. Ignoring this can cause compliance issues and late tax bills. See more at Swiss FTA.
2. Using one account for everything
Personal and business finances must be fully separate to ensure traceability and credibility.
3. Missing deadlines for accounting submissions
Especially for GmbHs and AGs, accurate and timely annual reporting is not optional.
4. Inadequate documentation
Every invoice must be archived and traceable. Auditors can reject unverifiable costs.
5. Wrong VAT rates or categories
Switzerland uses multiple VAT rates — applying the wrong one can trigger issues with tax authorities.
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