Integrating ShopKeep with QuickBooks can significantly streamline your accounting processes, reducing manual entry errors and saving time. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the setup process, ensuring you can connect these two powerful tools effectively.Overview of ShopKeep and QuickBooks
ShopKeepย is a point of sale (POS) system designed for small to midsize retailers. It offers features like inventory management, sales tracking, and employee management.ย QuickBooks, on the other hand, is a widely-used accounting software that helps businesses manage their financial data efficiently.Integrating these systems allows for automatic syncing of sales data from ShopKeep to QuickBooks, facilitating better financial management and reporting.Benefits of Integration
Time Savings: Automates data entry, reducing the time spent on bookkeeping.
Error Reduction: Minimizes human errors associated with manual data entry.
Real-Time Data: Provides up-to-date financial information for better decision-making.
Comprehensive Reporting: Combines sales data with accounting information for detailed insights.
Prerequisites for Integration
Before starting the integration process, ensure you have:A ShopKeep account.
A QuickBooks Online account (QuickBooks Desktop is not supported).
Administrative access to both accounts.
Step-by-Step Integration Process
Step 1: Log into ShopKeep BackOffice
Go to the ShopKeep BackOffice.
Log in as a Business Owner or an employee with the necessary permissions (Manage Account and Manage QuickBooks Integration).
Step 2: Access Integrations
From the BackOffice dashboard, selectย Integrationsย from the drop-down menu.
Click onย QuickBooks Accounting.
Step 3: Add QuickBooks Integration
Click on theย Add QuickBooks Integrationย button.
Follow the on-screen instructions to upgrade your plan if necessary.
Step 4: Create a QuickBooks Account
If you do not already have a QuickBooks account:Click onย QuickBooks Accountingย in the Integrations menu.
Select the option to create a new account.
Choose betweenย Buy Nowย orย Free Trial, then fill in your details and clickย Create Account.
Step 5: Enable QuickBooks Integration
To link your QuickBooks account:Ensure your web browser's pop-up blocker is disabled.
In BackOffice, selectย QuickBooks Accountingย again.
Click onย Connect to QuickBooksย and enter your login credentials in the pop-up window.
After signing in, clickย Connect, then selectย Complete Setup.
Step 6: Configure Posting Method
You have two options for how data will sync:Summaries (Default): Posts a summary of each register shift as a single Sales Receipt after closing.
Individual Transactions: Posts each sale and return as separate Sales or Refund Receipts immediately after each transaction.
Select your preferred method and clickย Next.Step 7: Account Mapping
Click onย Select Accountsย to set up default mappings between ShopKeep data and QuickBooks accounts.
Review and update any mappings as necessary, then clickย Save.
Step 8: Finalize Setup
Once all settings are configured:Click on theย Doneย tab to complete the integration setup.
Review your settings to ensure everything is correct.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
If you encounter issues during integration:Ensure that both accounts are properly set up and that you have administrative access.
Check your internet connection and browser settings (especially pop-up blockers).
Review any error messages for specific guidance on resolving issues.
Updating Account Mappings
To update which QuickBooks accounts receive ShopKeep data:In BackOffice, go toย Integrations, then selectย QuickBooks Accounting.
Click on theย Update Account Mappingย tab.
Make necessary changes and clickย Save.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does data sync work?
Data sync occurs automatically based on your selected posting methodโeither as summaries or individual transactionsโensuring that your financial records are always up-to-date.
Integrating ShopKeep with QuickBooks provides significant advantages for managing your business's financial health efficiently. By following this guide, you can ensure a smooth setup process, allowing you to focus more on growing your business rather than managing accounts manually.For further assistance or inquiries regarding setup, feel free to contact support at 1855 216 2925 for personalized help!
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