Invoicing guide

How to create a professional business invoice

A useful invoice should make it clear who is selling, who is buying, what was supplied, how much is due and when payment is expected.

1. 1Add your business details and customer information.
2. 2Give the invoice a unique invoice number and issue date.
3. 3Describe the products or services supplied, including quantities and prices.
4. 4Show applicable taxes, discounts, totals and the amount due clearly.
5. 5Include payment instructions and agreed payment terms.
6. 6Keep a copy of the invoice and record the eventual payment against the sale.