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The year end close process should only be performed on a consolidated file after each of the subsidiary files has been rolled forward. Subsidiary files should be rolled forward via the normal process. The group file can then be rolled forward by... Read More

Before deleting any Subsidiaries from a Consolidated file, we would recommend taking a Backup of the file first.Firstly, please ensure that all eliminating journals are zeroed out, and then deleted. Then to detach all the subsidiaries from the... Read More

You have the option to amend the row/item descriptions within a lead schedule. 1. Open the lead schedule by double-clicking on it in the Document Manager, or right-click and select Open.   2. In the lead schedule screen, make note of the... Read More

By default, lead schedules will display figures with decimal places.   1. To display your Lead Schedules in whole numbers, go to Tools and Options on the Caseware toolbar.   2. Select the Documents tab and under the Display and print section,... Read More

In the event the company name does not show on the Cover Page, this is because it hasn’t been entered into the Engagement Properties. Access the Engagement Properties window via the Engagement tab on the Working Papers toolbar.   1. Enter... Read More

1. Select Engagement, Import and Excel File.   2. Under the Components to import select Adjusting Journal Entries, then Browse button to locate the Excel file to import and then Next.    3. Tick the checkboxes to exclude any unwanted... Read More

1. Select the Home icon on the toolbar to load the current template layout.     2. If the incorrect dashboard is showing, load the AccountsAdvanced dashboard by selecting Options beneath the Tools tab.   3. Click on Layout tab on the left... Read More

The Clean Up feature allows for the permanent deletion of unwanted items such as documents, annotations and issues. Note: We highly recommend taking a backup of your Caseware file prior to running a Clean Up. For guidance on saving a backup click... Read More

If you find that your documents are read only, the file may have a role set whereby documents become read only after role sign offs. To check if this setting is in place: 1. In Working Papers, access the Options button under the Tools tab   2.... Read More

Follow these steps to remove the trial balance from your engagement file and reinstate Caseware's standard chart of accounts. 1.  With the engagement file open, select File and Copy Components.   2. Select Copy into this file.   3.... Read More