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Nominal codes
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A nominal code, also known as an account code or general ledger code, is a distinctive identifier assigned to each account in a company's chart of accounts. This structured list categorises financial transactions and enables organisations to systematically record and track various types of income, expenses, assets, liabilities, and equity. Nominal codes play a pivotal role in maintaining organised financial records, aiding in the preparation of financial statements, and ensuring adherence to accounting standards. The structure and numbering of nominal codes vary between companies, providing a standardised way to classify and analyse financial activities.


View Setting

➡️ Profile Icon > Settings > Finance > Nominal Codes > View


Add a Nominal Account

➡️ Add a Nominal Account

  1. Complete the Side Panel

    • Nominal Account Type:

      • Sales: Used for customer invoices.

      • Expense: Used for supplier invoices.

      • Bank: Used for payments and credit notes.

    • Description: Add a brief reference for the nominal account, useful for accounting purposes.

    • Third-Party Accounting Code: Enter the corresponding code used in your accounting software, if applicable.

  2. Click Save

  3. Use the slider to adjust the order of your nominal codes as needed.


Linking Existing nominal codes

➡️ Nominal Codes

  1. Click Edit next to the Nominal Code

  2. Locate the Thirdparty reference field

  3. Enter the Code from package

    • We recommned you use copy/paste for accuracy


Manage Nominal Codes

Edit a Nominal Account

➡️ Edit > Amend > Save

Delete a Nominal Account

➡️ Delete > Type "Delete" > Click Save

Archive a Nominal Account

➡️ Archive > Type "Archive" > Click Save


How to find the nominal code in you accounting package.

Xero

Settings > Chart of Accounts > Locate the nominal code you want > Copy the code in column.

Sage 50cloud Accounts

Chart of accounts > Find the appropriate account > Copy the code (4 digit number) in Account Name.

Sage Business Cloud Accounting

Bank account

  • Banking > Click on the required Bank Account > Locate the URL on your browser > Copy the number at the end.

All other nominals

  • Settings > Chart of Accounts > Find the appropriate account > Left-click the code a pop-up box appears > Copy the code under Nominal Code.

Sage 200 Web Portal

Nominal > Nominal List > Find the appropriate account > Note the number under 'Code'.

QuickBooks Online

Chart of Accounts > Find the appropriate account > Click the nominal code > Open the edit screen > The Code you need to find is listed under the box labelled 'Name'. Make a note of this.

FreeAgent

Settings > Accounting Categories > Find the appropriate account > Make a note of the number in the Code column.

Kashflow

System settings > General Settings > Nominal Accounts > Find the appropriate account > Make a note of the number in the Code column.

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