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How to: Set Up Bank Accounts

Welcome to our guide on how to set up a bank account in GreenSlate. I'll walk you through each step so you can complete the process with ease.

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1. Click Chart of Accounts

First, confirm or add a trial balance account for the bank account by navigating to Chart of Accounts in the left hand menu.

Click 'Chart of Accounts'

2. For an existing account

Click on the Actions dropdown next to the account and then Edit.

For an existing account

3. Confirm account setup

Confirm the account is active and in the correct category for the type of account you are creating. Generally, CK Checking and BA Bank Accounts types are used. Next, confirm that it has the correct currency and the account Level is Detail. Optionally, you can update the Description field to distinguish it from other bank accounts.

Confirm account setup

4. Click Add Account

If you need to add an account, click Add Account in the top right corner of the screen.

To add an account

5. Enter account information

First, enter an account number within the correct Category range. enerally CK Checking and BA Bank Accounts types are used. Next, add a description and select a currency.

Enter account information

6. Click Save

Click Save to add the new account.

Click 'Save'

7. Click Bank Accounts

Next, navigate to Bank Accounts in the left hand menu.

Click 'Bank Accounts'

8. Click Add Account

Then, click Add Account in the top right corner of the screen.

Click 'Add Account'

9. Fill out Bank Info section

First, type in Bank Name and then from the drop-down menus, then make selections for Currency, Bank if listed, and Country.

Fill out 'Bank Info' section

10. Fill out Account Setting section

Next, type in the Bank Code and from the Account Linked To dropdown menu, select the trial balance account you confirmed or added.

Fill out 'Account Setting' section

11. Fill out Bank Files Configuration section

Enter in Company Name along with Account Number and Routing Number

Fill out 'Bank Files Configuration' section

12. Fill out Check Ranges section

Even if your project will not use checks, a check type must be selected from the Check Stock drop-down as well as a number for Check Copies in order for the bank account to appear in Bill Payments.

Fill out 'Check Ranges' section

13. Enter Bank Address

Now, enter the address and contact information for the bank.

Enter 'Bank Address'

14. Enter Payer Company Information

Then, enter Company Name and the address. This information will appear on AP checks.

Enter 'Payer Company Information'

15. Click Save

When you're ready, click Save to create your bank account.

Click 'Save'

That's it. You have successfully set up your bank account in GreenSlate. If you have any questions or need more help, please visit our Help Center or reach out via online chat or email at [email protected].

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