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How long to keep records. You must normally keep records for at least 6 years from the end of the last company financial year they relate to. You may need to keep records longer if: 1  they show a transaction that covers more than one of the companyâs accounting periods.ou must also keep any other financial records, information and calculations you need to complete your Company Tax Return. This includes records of all money: 1  spent by the company, eg receipts, petty cash books, orders and delivery notes.
Most business owners donât know how long they should hold on to old records. According to the IRS, hereâs how long you should keep those records:Permanently: 1  general ledgers and journals. 2  payroll records, including W-2s, 940s, 941s. 3  year-end financial statements. 4  tax returns and supporting documents.5  articles of incorporation, bylaws, meeting minutes, etc. 6  retirement plan records.ost business owners donât know how long they should hold on to old records. According to the IRS, hereâs how long you should keep those records: