SBB equips small businesses with tax return preparation skills ahead of filing deadline

The Small Business Bureau (SBB), in collaboration with the Guyana Revenue Authority (GRA) and the World Trade Centre Georgetown, recently hosted a training session on tax return preparation which saw over 80 entrepreneurs in attendance.
The session provided the entrepreneurs with practical guidance on understanding their tax obligations, accurately calculating tax returns, and ensuring compliance ahead of the April 30 filing deadline. The hands-on training was designed to help small business owners avoid common errors, meet statutory requirements, and strengthen their overall financial management practices.
Deputy Chief Executive Officer (DCEO) of the Small Business Bureau, Simon Pollard, underscored the importance of tax compliance for business growth and sustainability.

“Timely and accurate tax filing is essential for maintaining a credible and sustainable business. Through this collaboration, we are ensuring that entrepreneurs are better equipped to meet their obligations while strengthening their financial practices.”
Participants also benefited from direct engagement with representatives of GRA, who provided clarity on tax requirements and addressed key questions from business owners.
One participant, Natasha Marks, shared that prior to the training, filing her tax returns felt confusing. However, after attending the tax return preparation training, she now feels more confident in her ability to accurately prepare and submit her returns.

This training forms part of the Bureau’s broader capacity-building efforts. Since the start of 2026, the Small Business Bureau has trained over 1000 entrepreneurs across Guyana in key areas including small business management, financial management and record-keeping, business plan writing, marketing fundamentals, label design, bid document preparation, food safety prerequisites, quality management, import and export, and digital readiness.
This initiative aligns with the Government’s continued commitment to supporting small enterprises through targeted training and structured support. By improving financial literacy and promoting compliance, the Government continues to create an enabling environment for sustainable business growth and development.
Through strategic partnerships, the Small Business Bureau remains committed to enhancing the capabilities of small businesses across Guyana.