Simply Accounting Support Resources & FAQ
- Why should I choose Simply Accounting?
- Can I convert my QuickBooks data into Simply Accounting?
- How easy is it to create a new company?
- Does Simply Accounting work with electronic funds transfer?
- Can I have multiple users in Simply Accounting?
- How many versions of Simply Accounting packages are there?
- Can I upgrade between versions?
- Do I have to upgrade every year?
- Where is my information stored in Simply Accounting?
- What is Simply CARE Payroll plan?
Why should I choose Simply Accounting?
Simply Accounting is Canada’s #1 choice of accountants and small businesses. It is an easy to use, complete accounting solution to help you efficiently run your small business. Whether you sell products or services, simply Accounting automates everything from purchases to sales to payroll. It allows you to prepare invoices, write cheques, track projects, handle inventory and pay employees, all with complete confidence.
Can I convert my QuickBooks data into Simply Accounting?
Yes, you can convert the General Ledger, Customer, Vendor, Employee, and Inventory data from QuickBooks versions newer then 2001.
How easy is it to create a new company?
Start Simply Accounting, select the create a new company option and click OK. Follow the instructions in the setup wizard.
Does Simply Accounting work with electronic funds transfer?
Yes, Simply Accounting Premium and Enterprise come with a free add on EFT for Payables and EFT for Payroll.
Can I have Multiple users in Simply Accounting?
Yes, in the Premium Edition you can have 2 users, with the Enterprise Edition you can get 5 user or 10 users. Simply works well in a server or a peer to peer environment.
How many versions of Simply Accounting packages are there?
Simply Accounting has 5 product versions starting in 2008. They are Entrepreneur, Basic, Premium, Enterprise, and Accountant’s Edition.
Can I upgrade between versions?
Yes, you may upgrade at any time, however no downgrades are possible.
Do I have to upgrade every year?
There will be a new version of Simply Accounting every year, however it is your choice to upgrade or not. It is entirely up to you. If you are subscribed to a Simply CARE payroll plan, you will have to upgrade. If not, you may use your version for as long as you wish.
Where is my information stored in Simply Accounting?
Simply Accounting uses a database system that keeps all your information. This database is a MYSQL database. This database is new for 2008, the database has two files with extensions .SAI and .SAJ. Pre-2008 Simply Accounting programs use .SDB and .SDW.
What is Simply CARE Payroll plan?
The SimplyCARE Payroll plan is a paid subscription service for one year. SimplyCARE Payroll allows the program to automatically generate source deductions on the paycheque.