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
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.
Click Save
Use the slider to adjust the order of your nominal codes as needed.
Linking Existing nominal codes
➡️ Nominal Codes
Click Edit next to the Nominal Code
Locate the Thirdparty reference field
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
All other nominals
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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. |