It’s that time of year again — for holiday shopping and festivities, yes, but also for the annual ritual of every smart business owner: Closing the books. Yes, it can feel like drudgery, enough to make you put it off and go watch a football game instead.But if you want to stay on top of your business and make the most of the time you put in every day serving your customers, this is one of those essential tasks. Here’s how you can make the job easier.Separate accountsPerhaps the most important reason to close your books at year-end is also














