The table below provides an overview of the recent changes that have been made to the Accounts Payable section of OAKS FIN Online Process Manual. The revision history is a useful measure of the maintenance cycle.
Revised Date |
Section/Page Changed |
Description of Change |
05/29/2025 | Requesting Reversal Vouchers | Adjusted bullet point to read "If the reversal is for an ISTV voucher, contact obm.reversalvouchers@obm.ohio.gov with the above information and instructions on how to create the corrective. Only State Accounting can create a corrective ISTV voucher." |
05/20/2025 | Various | Updated screenshots of the Pcard Forms page |
04/04/2025 | Various | All references to Warrant now read Warrant (Check) |
04/04/2025 | Cancelling Payments | Remove section "Cancelling an Issued Warrant (Check)" |
03/21/2025 | Pcard FAQs | Multiple updates to FAQs |
02/05/2025 | Requesting Reversal Vouchers |
Updated the following:
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12/17/2024 | Entering Transaction Details | Added updated screens for system enhancements |
11/04/2024 | Pcard Overview | Changed reference from PREP to the Pcard Reconciliation Portal. |
10/29/2024 | Pcard Reconciliation Portal | New topics added |
10/09/2024 | Reissuing Warrant (Check) |
Removed the following from the first two paragraphs:
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10/07/2024 | Various | Updated images to recent OAKS FIN update |
06/27/2024 | Various | Replaced various OBM website links to applicable myOhio links |
5/31/2024 | Determining Required Backup | Removed Food Event section |
5/31/2024 | Pcard FAQs |
Revised "Can I pay another state agency with my Pcard?"
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05/17/2024 | Associating Cardholders with Requestors | Updated link to new forms page. |
05/17/2024 | Submitting a Pcard Form | Added new screenshots of Pcard forms page. |
05/17/2024 | Disputing Pcard Transactions with US Bank | Updated link to new forms page. |
05/15/2024 | Submitting Invoices to OBM FSS | Added information about critical invoice payments. |
04/18/2024 | Pcard FAQs |
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04/03/2024 | EDI FAQs | New topic added |
01/19/2024 | Submitting Invoices on the OBM FSS Agency Portal |
Updated screenshot of attachment Metadata to reflect the maximum file size change from 50 MB to 30 MB.
Updated screenshot of Supplier Payment Details to reflect change in Invoice # description. |
01/10/2024 | Submitting Invoices on the OBM FSS Agency Portal | Updated Submission History screenshot. |
01/05/2024 |
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12/06/2023 | Pcard FAQs | Removed text from are agent/service fees permitted FAQ "If the fee is disclosed upfront, the allowable dollar limit on the fee is 15% of the total bill, but not to exceed $30." |
08/23/2023 | Reconciling and Approving Pcard Transactions | Added an image of the purchasing details to step 4. |
08/01/2023 | Updated email for OBM State Petty Cash. | |
07/01/2023 | Global Change |
Replaced reference to "Fund, Account, ALI, Department , and Program" to "Enter at least "Fund, Account, ALI, Department , and Service Location" |
04/13/2023 | Creating Reversal Vouchers | Changed "Best practice is to use the original invoice number and append a "C" (to indicate corrective) at the end." to Best practice is to use the original invoice number and append a "CORR" (to indicate corrective) at the end." to align with the Prompt Payment, Invoices, and Vouchers SAFE Policy. |
02/08/2023 | Processing a Payment Credit | Updated the reference to a policy in the SAFE manual and included the term “payee” to all references to “supplier.” |
02/08/2023 | Understanding Invoices | Removed a link to a rescinded policy |
01/06/2023 | Creating a Non-PO Voucher |
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01/06/2023 | Creating a PO Voucher |
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01/06/2023 | Creating a PO Receipt Voucher |
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01/06/2023 | Creating a Single Payment Voucher |
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01/06/2023 | Creating Vouchers Process | Increase the dollar amount threshold from $2,500 to $5,000 to conform to current policy. |
01/06/2023 | Submitting Invoices to OSS | Increase the dollar amount threshold from $2,500 to $5,000 to conform to current policy. |
12/16/2022 | Vouchers Overview | Updated invoice amount from $2,500 to $5,000. |
12/16/2022 | Pcard Process | Removed "and adding the voucher ID and build date to the Pcard log". |
12/16/2022 | Pcard Overview |
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12/16/2022 | 1099 Processing |
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12/05/2022 | Determining Required Backup | Removied "Approval email from OBM if the purchase exceeds the allowance as stated in the guidelines" from Food Event. |
10/10/2022 | Accessing the AP Module | Updated to reflect the updates to myOhio and OAKS FIN. |
07/07/2022 | Vouchering With OSS |
Added the following bullets:
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07/07/2022 | Changing the Bill Address (Bill To) and Warrant (Check) Return Address |
Deleted from the Bill Address: "...and inform their OSS Agency Integration representative." |
07/07/2022 | Submitting Invoices to OSS |
Added section: Special Instructions for OSS Portal.
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07/07/2022 |
Added section: Online Standard Invoice Pre-Processing Form
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07/07/2022 | Using a Payment Request Form | Added to Overview: "A mail merge from a MS Excel spreadsheet will auto-populate the Payment Request Form information." |
07/07/2022 | AP Sorter Page | Updated: Comments |
04/26/2022 |
Unmatching a Voucher to Delete or Update |
Removed "A message may appear stating "Unable to connect to the RenServer."
Removed under step 7:
Added: Most fields can be changed once the voucher is unmatched. The fields that cannot be changed are:
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03/03/2022 | Creating a PO Voucher | Added "More than one purchase order can be referenced on a voucher, as long as both purchase orders are for the same supplier. If multiple purchase orders, repeat steps 9-16." |
03/03/2022 | Creating a PO Receipt Voucher | Added "PO Receipt Vouchers must be used when an agency has created a PO to encumber the funds being used to make the payment and when they have entered a receipt in OAKS FIN to show they have received the goods / services. A 3-way match occurs when OAKS validates an exact match of fields on the voucher, purchase order and receipt. OAKS approval is documented through the authorized purchase order and the matching of the amount/quantity received. The voucher is system approved. Some vouchers (based on the account code used) may require central approval, which includes a requirement for supporting documentation. |
09/27/2021 | Reconciling and Approving Pcard Transactions | Added"Purchase Orders to be used with Pcard transactions must have AMT as the Unit of Measure." to step for associating a purchase order. |
08/19/2021 | Updated references from Petty Cash Memorandum of Understanding to Biennial Petty Cash Certification form. | |
03/24/2021 |
Creating Reversal Vouchers | Fixed a link to the Correct Vouchers topic. |
02/16/2021 | AP Quick Videos | Deleted |
02/16/2021 | Various | Various updates (images, navigation paths, etc.) as a result of the OAKS FIN Technical Upgrade to Image 35 |
02/16/2021 | Remove reference to OAC 126-3-01. | |
07/01/2020 |
Update Invoice Number step to read: Enter the number printed on the supplier's invoice in the Invoice Number field (including leading zeros and/or special characters).
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06/05/2020 |
Processing ISTV Vouchers |
Changed "If an incomplete or invalid speedchart is used by the selling (billing) agency the voucher created will be in recycle status and the voucher processor must access and process the voucher in the same way they process EDI vouchers, through the Voucher Build Error Detail page" to "When the selling (billing) agency creates a pending item receivable, the voucher will be in recycle status and the voucher processor must access and process the voucher through the Voucher Build Error Detail page" |
06/05/2020 |
AP Sorter Page |
Updated OH_AP_OSS_AGY_SORTER to OH_AP_OSS_AGY_SORTER [Agency Sorter Role (OSS Only)] |
05/04/2020 |
Removed the following from Pay Terms:
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04/30/2020 |
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Changed Pay Terms to read: Verify or edit Pay Terms.
Correct usage of vendor Pay Terms allows OAKS FIN to calculate late interest charges, early payment discounts, etc. based on the Invoice Date. |
03/02/2020 |
Streamlined information. | |
02/27/2020 |
Removed optional steps for entering quantity and unit price. | |
02/20/2020 |
Updated the Pay Term guidelines. | |
01/07/2020 |
Updated steps on correcting an obsolete supplier. | |
01/07/2020 |
Understanding Invoices | Updated the information under proper invoice. |
10/01/2019 |
Multiple | Changed breadcrumb navigation trail to include myOhio with link. |
10/01/2019 |
Modifying SpeedCharts | Removed "Click here for assitance with accessing the OAKS FIN AP Module" Changed breadcrumb navigation trail to include myOhio with link. |
10/01/2019 |
Creating SpeedCharts | Removed "Click here for assitance with accessing the OAKS FIN AP Module" Changed breadcrumb navigation trail to include myOhio with link. |
09/03/2019 |
Submitting a Pcard Form | |
09/03/2019 |
Associating Cardholders with Requestors | |
09/03/2019 |
Disputing Pcard Transactions with US Bank | Updated link for the Dispute Form. |
09/03/2019 |
Various | Updated various hyperlinks to new OBM website. |
08/12/2019 |
Deleting Vouchers | Added critical note - Do not delete an ISTV or EDI voucher. for ISTVs, refer to the "Deleting ISTV Vouchers" topic. For EDIs, contact OBM. |
08/12/2019 |
Approving A Voucher | Added critical note - Do not deny an ISTV or EDI voucher. |
08/12/2019 |
Reviewing ISTV Viewer Page | Revised situation in Overview section: From: The buying agency will deny the voucher (Accounts Payable), when an improper invoice is received. To: The buying agency will work with the selling agency to correct errors, when an improper invoice is received. Revised heading, Denying Improper Invoices, to Handling Improper Invoices. Revised the Handling Improper Invoices section: From: When the buying agency identifies an improper invoice, such as an incorrect amount was charged, the buying agency will deny the voucher. The status of the voucher can be seen by accessing the Accounts Payable tab on the ISTV Viewer Page. To: When the buying agency identifies an improper invoice, such as an incorrect amount was charged, the buying agency will contact the selling agency to correct the issue. If necessary, the selling agency will contact OBM State Accounting to request a voucher deletion. |
07/30/2019 |
Added the following note within the Voucher Save steps: The voucher processor can change the Pay Terms on the voucher during voucher creation; however, once the voucher is saved, OBM State Accounting must be contacted to revise the scheduled payment terms if necessary. | |
07/30/2019 |
Updated the Pay Term guidelines:
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07/30/2019 |
Updated Pay Term guidelines to align with the OAKS enhancement to populate the payment terms from a contract to the voucher. Changed "The Pay Terms will default from the Supplier Record." to "The Pay Terms will default from the Supplier Record or from a Contract when a Contract number is referenced on the Purchase Order." | |
05/08/2019 |
Updated pay term guidance. | |
03/25/2019 |
Purchasing with the Petty Cash Account | Added "Special Use accounts will provide an internally prepared receipt to document the transaction date, amount and reason for purchase that does not compromise the confidential nature of the work performed." |
03/22/2019 |
Added under Pay Term Guidelines:
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03/21/2019 |
Requesting a Custom Interface | New topic. |
03/21/2019 |
Added gratuities to the list of Non-allowable expenditures from petty cash accounts. | |
03/20/2019 |
Submitting Invoices to OSS |
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03/20/2019 |
Updated the Pay Term Guidance to include:
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03/06/2019 |
Creating A Journal Voucher | Changed Step 16 from "Validate that the Budget Period on each Distribution Line falls in the same budget period as the original voucher." to read "Validate that the Budget Date on each Distribution Line falls in the same fiscal year as the original voucher." Removed "OBM is the only agency that can change this. Contact the agency's Budget Analyst if this is necessary". |
03/06/2019 |
Added Pay Term Guidance | |
03/05/2019 |
Updating a Submitted Voucher | New Topic |
3/01/2019 |
Changed Ohio Shared Services to OBM Shared Services. | |
3/01/2019 |
Determining Last Receipt Date | New topic added. |
2/22/2019 |
Updated Pay Term guidelines to include GOV and SOS and "Due Now". | |
12/28/2018 |
Vouchers Overview | Updated "Voucher Status" section. |
11/26/2018 |
Voucher Overview | Added an image describing Voucher Statuses |
10/15/2018 |
AP Quick Video Tutorials | Added AP Sorter Page video tutorial. |
10/15/2018 |
AP Sorter Page |
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08/07/2018 |
Creating A Journal Voucher |
Slight revisions throughout to reflect the OAKS FIN Enhancement to provide an online validation for journal vouchers to make sure that the sum of all the cash distribution lines is zero. |
07/30/2018 |
Processing a Credit |
Topic removed. |
07/24/2018 |
Revised Payment Message instructions. |
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6/11/2018 |
Updated the new myOhio page image and access. |
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6/04/2018 |
New topic added. |
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5/21/2018 |
Added Priority Status to the Field Details |
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5/21/2018 |
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5/18/2018 |
Updated Proper Invoice section. | |
5/18/2018 |
Biannual update | |
5/04/2018 |
Added "or when OHIO sales tax is explicitly stated" to the sales tax information. | |
4/09/2018 |
New topic added. | |
2/20/2018 |
Added information about 3 way match. | |
1/17/2018 |
Included instructions on how transactions are validated to see if threshold has been exceeded. | |
12/04/2017 |
1099 Guidance | Updated email contact for contact information. |
11/20/2017 |
Added the following note "When using a capital expense account, the Project ChartField will also become required." | |
10/18/2017 |
Correcting Budget Check Exceptions | Added steps for selecting "Errors Exist" on the
Process Instance
dropdown list.
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10/02/2017 |
Approving an ISTV Voucher . | Added information about denying an ISTV voucher. |
8/30/2017 |
Vouchers Overview | Changed Debit voucher limit from $500 to $2,500. |
8/29/2017 |
Creating Vouchers Process | Updating Shipping verbiage. |
8/25/2017 |
Frequently Visited AP Pages | Updated with the most visited AP topics. |
8/24/2017 |
Creating Reversal Vouchers | Updated "Reversal vouchers can be done only for vouchers created during the current fiscal year" to read "Reversal vouchers can be done for vouchers paid in the prior fiscal year or current year, as long as all POs are open" |
8/24/2017 |
Included instructions on how transactions are validated to see if threshold has been exceeded. |
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8/24/2017 |
Correcting Vouchers | Updated to match the voucher maintenance process |
8/24/2017 |
New topics added | |
8/17/2017 |
Establishing or Increasing the Petty Cash Account | Updated section 7 of the form to read Amount of this Request. |
7/24/2017 |
Submitting a Pcard form | New topic added |
7/1/2017 |
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Changed Debit voucher limit from $500 to $2,500. |
6/21/2017 |
Changed The replenishment voucher is entered into OAKS FIN.... to read The replenishment voucher is submitted to invoices@ohio.gov by Ohio Shared Services participating agencies or created directly in OAKS FIN by other agencies. | |
4/25/2017 |
Changed Clicking the Details icon to Match Exception summary. | |
4/21/2017 |
Pcard FAQs | Added new FAQs |
4/07/2017 |
Creating a PO Voucher |
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3/20/2017 |
Deleting Vouchers | Added a note about deleting vouchers in threshold validation. |
03/16/2017 |
Closing Vouchers |
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03/10/2017 |
Pcard FAQs |
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03/10/2017 |
Finding a Pcard Merchant's Supplier ID | Topic Added |
03/03/2017 |
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03/03/2017 |
Topics added.
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03/01/2017 |
Changed Debit voucher limit from $2,500 to $500. |
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03/01/2017 |
Added Create Voucher graphic. |
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03/01/2017 |
Updated Membership information. |
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03/01/2017 |
Added pay term guidelines. | |
03/01/2017 |
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02/28/2017 |
Changed Debit voucher limit from $500 to $2,500. (Effective 03/01/2017) |
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11/16/2016 |
Removed:
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11/14/2016 |
Various | Replaced screenshots of the Invoice Information pages. |
11/14/2016 |
Various | Added description of new Recent Search Results icon to topics that include search instructions. |
11/14/2016 |
Closing Vouchers | Added the following
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09/27/2016 |
Removed
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07/27/2016 |
Removed the bullet point:
From the Non-allowable expenditures from petty cash accounts section. |
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07/15/2016 |
Added step 12 describing how to change a voucher and re-triggering workflow. | |
07/15/2016 |
Topic Added | |
07/15/2016 |
Updated the following text: Exclude "sales tax" listed on the invoice image when the supplier's "remit to" is in Ohio (other taxes such as county tax or bed tax should be included). To read: Exclude "sales tax" listed on the invoice image when the supplier's "remit to" is in Ohio (other taxes such as excise taxes, local taxes, environmental taxes, or other types of taxes are not exempt to the State and should be included). | |
06/14/2016 |
Added sub-steps below step 9. | |
5/16/2016 |
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05/16/2016 |
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Various changes throughout such as explaining change funds, added information on Petty Cash Coordinators and Administrators, updated OBM Petty Cash contact information. |
05/06/2016 |
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04/29/2016 |
Deleted the following text: When a voucher is submitted for approval, an email is automatically sent to the Approver to notify them of the new item in their worklist. The voucher cannot be approved in the email itself. Instead, the Approver can follow the link provided within the email to review and approve the voucher within OAKS FIN. The Approver may also log into OAKS FIN, navigate to their worklist, and review and approve the voucher from there. Multiple levels of approval may be required.
When a voucher is approved, an email is automatically sent to the Voucher Processor to notify them of the approval. |
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03/17/2016 |
Updated hyperlink for " OBM guidelines for entering the Last Receipt Date ." |
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03/08/2016 |
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Modified processes in order to increase accountability and more clearly define the responsibilities in the operation of these accounts (e.g., adding instructions for the "Petty Cash Account Memorandum of Understanding," internal controls, and audits). |
03/07/2016 |
Added a link to common match exceptions. |
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03/07/2016 |
Added the following:
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03/07/2016 |
Added the following:
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03/07/2016 |
Added the following:
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03/07/2016 |
Creating a PO Voucher |
Added the following:
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03/07/2016 |
Added the following:
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03/07/2016 |
Added the following:
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02/17/2016 |
Added a note about the Voucher Source column. |
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02/09/2016 |
Modified instructions on establishing or increasing Petty Cash accounts. |
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02/09/2016 |
Modified instructions on establishing a petty cash policy. |
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02/09/2016 |
Modified instructions on petty cash replenishment documentation requirements. |
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02/09/2016 |
Modified instructions on expenditures exceeding $100. |
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02/09/2016 |
Topic Added |
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02/01/2016 |
Adding information about EDI and EDI credits | |
02/01/2016 |
Understanding Voucher Attachments Process |
Topic Removed |
02/01/2016 |
Previous topic title: "Understanding Voucher Attachments" Added guidance regarding proper invoice. | |
02/01/2016 |
Topic Added | |
02/01/2016 |
Added "Additional Vouchering Guidance" section |
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02/01/2016 |
Topic Added | |
02/01/2016 |
Topic Added | |
02/01/2016 |
Changing the Bill Address (Bill To) and Warrant (Check) Return Address |
Topic Added |
02/01/2016 |
Topic Added | |
02/01/2016 |
Topic Added | |
02/01/2016 |
Topic Added | |
02/01/2016 |
Topic Added | |
02/01/2016 |
Streamlined content (removed from table) | |
02/01/2016 |
Added instruction for ISTV Reversal Vouchers and streamlined content | |
02/01/2016 |
Topic Added | |
02/01/2016 |
Topic Added | |
02/01/2016 |
Topic Added | |
02/01/2016 |
Topic Added | |
02/01/2016 |
Topic Added | |
02/01/2016 |
Topic Added | |
02/01/2016 |
Topic Added | |
02/01/2016 |
Added information on setting up a supplier and invoice total | |
02/01/2016 |
Added information on setting up a supplier and invoice total | |
02/01/2016 |
Added information on setting up a supplier and invoice total | |
02/01/2016 |
Added information on setting up a supplier and invoice total | |
1/05/2016 | Vouchers Requiring Central Approval | Topic Removed |
12/28/2015 | Creating Reversal Vouchers | Added information about ISTV reversal vouchers |
12/28/2015 | ISTV Overview | Added information about ISTV reversal vouchers |
12/28/2015 | Deleting ISTV Vouchers | Topic Added |
12/17/2015 | Reviewing ISTV Viewer Page | Added information about PO corrections using a reversal voucher. |
12/16/2015 | Creating a Template Voucher | Removed Topic |
12/01/2015 | Understanding Voucher Attachments | Added information on Proper Invoice and Pre-Payment of Expenses and renamed from Understanding Invoices |
12/01/2015 | Understanding Voucher Attachments Process | Renamed from Understanding Invoices Process |
11/30/2015 | Deleting Vouchers | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | Modifying Speedcharts | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | Creating SpeedCharts | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | SpeedCharts Process | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | SpeedCharts Overview | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | Finalizing a PO on a Voucher Line Related to Multiple Receipts | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | Creating a PO Voucher | Added steps for creating a PO voucher using a quantity-based purchase order |
10/29/2015 | Handling Unauthorized Use of the Petty Cash Account | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | Closing the Petty Cash Account | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | Reporting On the Petty Cash Account | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | Replenishing the Petty Cash Account | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | Purchasing with the Petty Cash Account | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | Securing the Petty Cash Account | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | Establishing or Increasing the Petty Cash Account | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | Petty Cash Accounts Process | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | Petty Cash Accounts Overview | Topic Added |
10/29/2015 | Unmatching a Voucher to Delete or Update | Topic Added |
9/28/2015 | Correcting Recycled Vouchers | Topic Added. |
9/21/2015 | Voucher Maintenance Process | Topic Added. |
9/21/2015 | Creating Reversal Vouchers | Topic Added. |
9/21/2015 | Creating a Journal Voucher | Topic Added. |
9/21/2015 | Correcting Match Exceptions | Topic Added. |
9/21/2015 | Correcting Budget Check Exceptions | Topic Added. |
9/21/2015 | Approving a Voucher | Added information about attachments. |