How to set up Cashbook Accounts

How to set up Cashbook Accounts

Use the Cashbook Accounts screen to create and manage your school's bank accounts in d6+.

Finances > Cashbook > Accounts

How do I create a cashbook account?

  1. Click Create an account.

  2. Enter the account code and account name.

  3. Choose the date from which the account is active.

  4. Optionally add a sub-account and a description.

  5. Enter the bank account number.

  6. Select the payment methods for outgoing payments by moving options from left to right.

  7. Select the receipt methods for incoming payments by moving options from left to right.

  8. Optionally capture the banking details.

  9. Click Add.

  • Tip: Tick Print banking details on account statements if you want a second bank account to appear on printed statements.

Frequently asked questions

Is it compulsory to enter banking details when creating an account?

No. Banking details, sub-accounts and descriptions are all optional when creating a cashbook account. Only the account code, name, active date and bank account number are required fields.

Last updated: March 2026  |  Version 4.0

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