Background of the Study
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Lokoja LGA face numerous challenges in maintaining accurate financial records. Effective record-keeping is crucial for SMEs to manage cash flows, prepare financial statements, and comply with tax regulations. This study aims to evaluate the financial record-keeping practices among SMEs in Lokoja LGA and their impact on business sustainability and growth.
Statement of the Problem
Many SMEs in Lokoja LGA struggle with maintaining proper financial records, leading to poor decision-making, tax issues, and financial mismanagement. This study will assess the quality of financial record-keeping in SMEs and its implications for their financial health and long-term success.
Aim and Objectives of the Study
1. To evaluate the financial record-keeping practices of SMEs in Lokoja LGA.
2. To assess the impact of financial record-keeping on the sustainability and growth of SMEs in Lokoja LGA.
3. To recommend strategies for improving financial record-keeping among SMEs in Lokoja LGA.
Research Questions
1. What are the common financial record-keeping practices among SMEs in Lokoja LGA?
2. How does financial record-keeping affect the sustainability and growth of SMEs in Lokoja LGA?
3. What challenges do SMEs face in maintaining accurate financial records?
Research Hypotheses
1. H₀: Financial record-keeping practices do not significantly impact the sustainability and growth of SMEs in Lokoja LGA.
2. H₀: SMEs in Lokoja LGA do not face significant challenges in maintaining accurate financial records.
Significance of the Study
This study will provide valuable insights into the financial record-keeping practices of SMEs in Lokoja LGA and how these practices affect their long-term success. It will offer practical recommendations for improving financial record-keeping to help SMEs in the region grow and thrive.
Scope and Limitation of the Study
The study will focus on SMEs in Lokoja LGA, particularly those in the retail and service sectors. Limitations may include the difficulty of accessing accurate and complete financial records from SMEs.
Definition of Terms
• Financial Record-Keeping: The process of tracking and documenting all financial transactions, including revenues, expenses, and assets, to maintain an accurate and up-to-date financial position.
• SMEs: Small and medium-sized enterprises, typically defined by the size of their workforce or annual revenue.
• Sustainability: The ability of a business to maintain or improve its performance over the long term, particularly through effective management of financial resources.
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