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Board Minutes Resolving to Change the Accounting Reference Date

Uphold accurate corporate record-keeping when changing your company’s accounting reference date.

  • Confirm directors’ approval for the change
  • Reflects Section 392 of the Companies Act 2006
  • Authorise filing of Form AA01 with Companies House
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COMPANY NAME LIMITED

Company Number: <<Company Registration Number>>

Registered Office Address: <<Address Line 1, Address Line 2, Town, County, Postcode>>

MINUTES OF MEETING OF THE DIRECTORS

Date Held: << Date >>

Venue:

<< Address Line 1 >>

<< Address Line 2 >>

<< Town >>

<< County >>

<< Postcode >>

Present:

  • << Officer Name 1 >> (Director)
  • << Officer Name 2 >> (Director)
  • << Officer Name 3 >> (Director)

1. Notice and Quorum

The Chairperson confirmed that all directors had been duly notified of the meeting in accordance with the Company’s Articles of Association. As a quorum was present, the Chairperson declared the meeting open.

2. Change of Accounting Reference Date

It was resolved that the accounting reference date of the Company be changed to << New Accounting Reference Date >> each year, in accordance with Section 392 of the Companies Act 2006.

3. Filing of Change with Companies House

It was resolved that the Company’s records be updated to reflect the change of accounting reference date and that Form AA01 be filed with Companies House to formally record the change.

4. Closure of Meeting

There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was formally closed.

Signed:

_____________________________

<< Name of Chairperson >>

Chairperson

Dated: << Date >>

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Accounting Reference Date Change Resolution Template

Simplify the process of changing your company’s accounting reference date with our structured board minutes template. Download and customise it to fit your company’s needs.

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  • Clear structure for formal board approval
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  • Structured around Companies Act 2006 requirements
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What is a board resolution to change the accounting reference date?

It is a formal document recording the directors’ decision to change the company’s accounting reference date and authorising its filing with Companies House.

How do I customise this resolution for my company?

Simply insert your company details, the new accounting reference date and the names of the directors present. A structured template simplifies this process.

Can the accounting reference date be changed at any time?

Yes, but changes are subject to restrictions under Section 392 of the Companies Act 2006, and approval from Companies House may be required.

What form needs to be filed with Companies House?

Form AA01 must be completed and submitted to formally record the change of accounting reference date.

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