Accounting Dashboard

1. Getting Started

• Navigate to /Admin and log in using your credentials.
• Ensure your role (e.g., Accountant, Finance Manager) has access to the accounting dashboard.
• Switch language preferences from your profile settings (e.g., English, Arabic).

2. Initial Configuration

• Go to Company Settings to set the company name, address, tax ID, and upload the logo.
• Select the fiscal localization package (e.g., UAE VAT).
• Define your Chart of Accounts or import one in CSV format.

3. Banking

• From the Banking menu, click “Add Bank Account” to configure accounts.
• Connect to your bank for automatic statement import (if supported).
• Use the “Reconcile” feature to match bank transactions with journal entries.

4. Invoicing

• Create Customer Invoices from the Sales tab and send them via email or PDF.
• Record Vendor Bills manually or through OCR uploads.
• Issue Credit Notes for returns, discounts, or corrections.

5. Payments

• Register customer payments and reconcile them with invoices.
• Schedule and record vendor payments.
• Support for multiple payment methods: Bank Transfer, Cheque, Cash, etc.

6. Tax Configuration

• Set tax rates (e.g., VAT 5%) under Settings → Taxes.
• Use fiscal positions to apply tax exemptions or special rates.
• Generate Tax Reports for compliance and filing.

7. Reports

• Access Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss, and Cash Flow reports.
• Use Aged Receivables and Payables to track outstanding amounts.
• Create custom reports using the built-in report designer.

8. Advanced Features

• Enable multi-currency support in Settings for international transactions.
• Use Analytic Accounts to track cost centers and project expenses.
• Create and monitor budgets via the Budgets menu.