How do I handle manual SayPro bank transactions in Sage?

📌 Handling Manual SayPro Bank Transactions in Sage

If SayPro needs to record manual bank transactions in Sage (e.g., cash deposits, checks, EFT payments, or bank fees), they must be accurately entered and reconciled to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.

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🔹 1️⃣ Steps to Manually Record SayPro Bank Transactions in Sage

✅ Method 1: Manually Add a Bank Transaction

Use this method if a transaction was not imported via bank feeds or needs manual input.

1️⃣ Go to Banking → Select SayPro’s bank account.
2️⃣ Click “New Entry” or “New Transaction.”
3️⃣ Choose the transaction type (Deposit, Payment, Bank Transfer, etc.).
4️⃣ Enter the transaction details:

• Date: When the transaction occurred.
• Amount: Exact transaction value.
• Description: E.g., “Supplier Payment – ABC Services.”
• Category: Expense, revenue, VAT, payroll, etc.
  5️⃣ Assign VAT code (if applicable).
  6️⃣ Click “Save” to record the transaction.

💡 SayPro Tip: Always double-check amounts and categories for accurate reporting.

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✅ Method 2: Manually Import Bank Transactions via CSV

If SayPro wants to upload multiple transactions at once, use CSV import.

1️⃣ Download a CSV bank statement from SayPro’s bank.
2️⃣ Go to Banking → Select the bank account.
3️⃣ Click “Import Statement.”
4️⃣ Upload the CSV file.
5️⃣ Match columns (Date, Description, Amount, etc.).
6️⃣ Click “Import” → Review and save transactions.

💡 SayPro Tip: Ensure CSV format matches Sage requirements to avoid errors.

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✅ Method 3: Adjust or Correct a Manual Bank Transaction

If SayPro entered a transaction incorrectly, it can be edited.

1️⃣ Go to Banking → Select the bank account.
2️⃣ Find the incorrect transaction.
3️⃣ Click “Edit” and update details.
4️⃣ Click “Save” to apply changes.

💡 SayPro Tip: If a transaction cannot be edited, reverse it and re-enter correctly.

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✅ Method 4: Reconcile Manual Bank Transactions

All manually entered transactions must be matched with bank statements for accurate accounting.

1️⃣ Go to Banking → Select the bank account.
2️⃣ Click “Reconcile.”
3️⃣ Match Sage transactions with actual bank statements.
4️⃣ Mark as reconciled when correct.

💡 SayPro Tip: Regular reconciliation prevents discrepancies in financial reports.

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🔹 2️⃣ Why Record Manual Bank Transactions in Sage?

✅ Ensures accurate financial records.
✅ Tracks all SayPro income and expenses.
✅ Prepares for tax compliance and audits.
✅ Reconciles accounts with actual bank statements.

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🚀 Summary: Handling SayPro’s Manual Bank Transactions in Sage

🔹 Manually enter transactions under Banking → New Entry.
🔹 Import transactions via CSV for bulk uploads.
🔹 Edit or adjust incorrect manual entries.
🔹 Reconcile transactions regularly to match bank records.

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