Getting Started
Table of Contents
Getting Started
Introducing 21st Century Accounting
System Features
Core Applications
Plan for a Smooth Transition
System Requirements
Installation
Starting 21st Century Accounting
Logging In
Getting Your Activation Key
Learning to Use the System
Assigning User IDs and Preferences
Using Hints, Options Menus, Tips of the Day, and Help
Getting Help on the Web
Backing Up Frequently
Moving Your Books to 21st Century Accounting
Designing Your Chart of Accounts
G/L Account Structure
Replicate Selected Accounts with New Segment Values
Tips for Numbering Accounts
Checklists
Checklist for Getting Started
Checklist for Setting up General Ledger
Checklist for Setting up Bank Accounts
Checklist for Setting up Receivables
Checklist for Setting up Sales
Checklist for Setting up Payables
Checklist for Setting up Payroll
Converting from Other Computerized Accounting Systems
Converting from BPI Accounting
Double-Entry Accounting in 21st Century Accounting
The Accounting Equation
Summaries of Double-Entry Accounting Flow
General Ledger Data Flow
Bank Accounts Data Flow
Receivables Data Flow
Sales Data Flow
Payables Data Flow
Payroll Data Flow
Appendix A: Installation Instructions for all Editions
Appendix B: Upgrading Your System
Index
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