Posting journals
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Summary
This article describes how to post journal entries into the system using the " Nominal Ledger Journal Entries" option.
More Information
There are two "Entry modes" to choose from. You will need to choose the one which best suits your journal entry needs.
Multiple
In 'Multiple' entry mode, you can construct an array of journal entries across multiple centres on the same date. A good example of this would be the wages journal which involves posting in and out of the same centres a number of different times.
- Set the "Entry mode" to 'Multiple'.
- Set the "Date" for the journal. This will apply to all entries in this posting.
 | To use different dates you should use the 'Cashbook' option instead of 'Multiple Entry' |
- Enter the first centre for the journal. You may press <Ctrl+F1> to search for a centre.
| If you need to create a new centre, press [Add] from the 'Nominal Centre Search' screen. Follow the instructions in How do I Create a Nominal Code? |
- Enter the value in the "Debit" or "Credit" field.
- Enter an suitable comment (max 30 characters).
- Repeat this process until the journal is complete. The 'Totals' shown on the right of the screen will help you to ensure the journal balances to zero once you have made all your entries. You will not be allowed to exit the journal if the "Nett" does not equal zero.
Cashbook
The 'Cashbook' entry mode is useful for posting from multiple centres into one centre. A good example of this would be the Banking Journal; This involves posting the till takings into the Bank.
See Posting Cashbook entries for more information on how to post journals in 'Cashbook' mode.
See also
- How do I Post the Wages Journal?
- The Banking Journal
- How do I Post a Journal with VAT Involved?
- Posting Cashbook entries
- How should I handle takings?
- How do I Create a Nominal Code?
- What should I consider at month end?
- Recommended Accounting Routines
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