Managing the Chart of Accounts

Objective

After completing this lesson, you will be able to adapt the chart of accounts to the organization’s requirements.

Chart of Accounts Management

Maria, the accountant at OEC computers, tells you she needs to change the details and position of some accounts and that she also has new G/L accounts she needs to add to the Chart of Accounts. Watch the video to learn how to make these changes.

Summary

  • In the chart of accounts, you can:
    • Edit G/L account details, such as external code, default VAT group, and position within the chart of accounts hierarchy.
    • Create new G/L accounts at the same level or sublevel of an existing account.
    • Define relevant account information, properties, and details when creating a new G/L account.
  • Green accounts are defaults defined in the G/L Account determination window.
  • The chart of accounts structure determines the order of accounts in financial reports.