Audience: Admin
Type: Reference
Reference
For system behavior and rules, see
SmartBooks Documentation – Section 3: SmartBooks Settings
Purpose
Bank Account setup allows you to record and manage your company’s bank accounts inside SmartBooks.
These accounts are used for payments, receipts, transfers, reconciliation, and reporting.
How to Access
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Go to SmartBooks
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Click Settings
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Open Bank Account
URL format:https://app.thulo.com/{tenantname}/ps/admin/accounting/setting/bank-account
What Bank Account Setup Does
Bank Account setup allows you to:
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Add company bank accounts
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Define opening balances
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Link bank accounts to accounting records
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Use accounts for payments and reconciliation
Each bank account is linked to the Chart of Accounts.
Adding a New Bank Account
To add a bank account:
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Click Add Bank Account
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Enter the Bank Name
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Enter the Account Name
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Enter the Account Number
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Select the Currency
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Enter the Opening Balance (if applicable)
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Select the linked Accounting Account
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Save the bank account
The bank account becomes available for transactions.
Editing a Bank Account
You can edit a bank account to:
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Update account details
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Change the linked accounting account
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Adjust display information
Changes affect future transactions only.
Important Notes
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Bank accounts apply across the SmartBooks module
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Incorrect setup can affect balances and reconciliation
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Existing transactions are not recalculated automatically
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Only users with Settings access should manage bank accounts
Nepal Context Note
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Automatic bank feed connections are not applicable in Nepal
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Bank transactions should be imported manually or recorded directly
When to Configure This
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During initial SmartBooks setup
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Before recording payments or receipts
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Before starting bank reconciliation
Related Articles
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Banking rules & Import bank transaction
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Record a transfer
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Reconcile an account
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Chart of Accounts
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