At the best of times remembering key details that need to go on your electricians' invoices is hard. With VAT, invoice numbers, and a whole list of dos and don'ts, invoicing takes up time, and it takes you away from the real work that needs doing. Plus, who can really say that they enjoy doing paperwork?
So here are our 4 key points that you need to remember when putting together your invoices!
1. You MUST include a unique invoice number for every single invoice. This is a requirement for when you do a self assessment tax return.
2. The name and address of the person you’re invoicing (should seem obvious, but even the most experienced can forget!).
3. A list of all the products provided – for both the customer’s and HMRC’s sake.
4. If you’re VAT registered you MUST include your VAT number.
Remember these 4 key points and you'll be putting together your invoices in no time!
Do you want a full refresher on what you need to include on your invoices? Or are you a sparky who is just starting out by yourself so you need a run down of exactly what you need to have on your invoice? See our full invoice guide for even more help and tips for putting together your invoices.
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