Summary
How to set up a new bank record in Sage 50 Accounts.
Description
How to create a new bank account record then enter your details.
Resolution
Create the account
- Go to Bank accounts then select New.
- Enter the relevant account details:
A/C Ref*
Enter the new bank account nominal code.
Nominal Name
Enter the name of your bank account.
A/C Type
Select your bank account type.
- Cheque account - For bank and building society accounts
- Cash account - Such as petty cash or till takings
- Credit card account - For credit card transactions
Currency
If you use Foreign Trader, enter the currency for your bank account.
Balance This shows the current balance of the bank account.
Understand how to enter a bank opening balance.
Minimum Limit Set a limit for your bank account. If the balance falls below this amount, the bank account will appear in red.
No Bank Reconciliation
Select this checkbox if you don't want to run the Bank Reconciliation option for this account.
- Select Bank Details and enter your bank address, account and contact information.
- Press Save then Close.
- Ensure the new nominal code appears in your chart of accounts.