General Ledger Setup (GLS):

MIP Fund Accounting® Training

General Ledger Setup training for MIP Fund Accounting® will show how to add and maintain various accounts in the system. First, it will go over each GL account type in the system and what each means. Next, it will go into depth about adding new accounts to the chart of accounts. Lastly, it will teach you how to set up and maintain distribution codes, offset account assignments, and closing account assignments.


GLS 01: Understanding General Ledger Account Types

  • What each GL account type is and means

GLS 10: Adding New Accounts To the Chart of Accounts

  • How to search for accounts
  • How to enter a new account using the wizard
  • What account types you can choose from when the GL segment is selected
  • How to mirror the new account from an existing account

GLS 20: Setting Up and Maintaining Distribution Codes

  • The definition of a distribution code
  • How to add new distribution codes
  • The options for setting up distribution codes
  • Helpful tips about distribution codes

GLS 40: Setting Up and Maintaining Offset Account Assignments

  • What an offset does
  • Why offsets can increase your efficiency
  • How to set up offset account assignments
  • Helpful tips about offsets

GLS 50: Setting Up and Maintaining Closing Account Assignments

  • How to Setup/ Add Closing Account Assignments
  • What Closing Account Assignments allow you to do
  • When Closing Account Assignments are required

Training Agenda

  • 1

    GLS 01: Understanding General Ledger Account Types

    • GLS 01: Understanding General Ledger Account Types - Training Video

    • GLS 01: Understanding General Ledger Account Types - QUIZ

  • 2

    GLS 10: Adding New Accounts to the Chart of Accounts

    • GLS 10: Adding New Accounts to the Chart of Accounts

  • 3

    GLS 20: Setting Up and Maintaining Distribution Codes

    • GLS 20: Setting Up and Maintaining Distribution Codes - Training Video

  • 4

    GLS 40: Setting Up and Maintaining Offset Account Assignments

    • GLS 40: Setting Up and Maintaining Offset Account Assignments - Training Video

    • GLS 40: Setting Up and Maintaining Offset Account Assignments - QUIZ

  • 5

    GLS 50: Setting Up and Maintaining Closing Account Assignments

    • GLS 50: Setting Up and Maintaining Closing Account Assignments - Training Video

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Course Details:

Explore the core aspects of managing financial accounts with our MIP Fund Accounting Training, focusing on General Ledger Setup. This module is tailored to provide an extensive understanding of how to efficiently add and maintain accounts within the MIP Fund Accounting system, ensuring that your financial reporting and management are both accurate and streamlined.

The training begins with an in-depth look at General Ledger account types, where you'll learn the significance of each type and what it represents within the accounting system. This foundational knowledge is crucial for anyone involved in financial operations, as it aids in proper account classification and management.

Following the basics, the course delves into the practical aspects of adding new accounts to the chart of accounts. Instructions include how to search for existing accounts, use a wizard to enter new accounts, and choose appropriate account types when selecting the GL segment. Moreover, you'll learn techniques like mirroring new accounts from existing ones, which simplifies the setup process and ensures consistency across your financial records.

Additionally, the training covers the setup and maintenance of distribution codes—defining what they are, how to add new ones, and the options available for setting them up. This section is complemented with helpful tips to maximize the use of distribution codes, enhancing the efficiency and accuracy of financial distributions.

The module also addresses the importance of offset and closing account assignments. You'll discover how offset accounts can enhance efficiency by automatically balancing entries, and you'll receive step-by-step guidance on setting up these assignments. The section on closing accounts will explain how and when to use them, particularly in facilitating year-end financial closure and ensuring that all financial activities are accurately accounted for.

This segment of our MIP Fund Accounting Courses is indispensable for those looking to refine their skills in financial account management, offering comprehensive tools and insights to handle general ledger setups effectively.