How to Create Journal Entries

Learn how to create journal entries in Jazva.

A journal entry records a business transaction. It includes pertinent information on the transaction and itemizes the accounts that are debited and credited.

1. From the main menu, go to Financials and select Add Journal Entry.
2. Complete the form with the pertinent transaction information.
• Date Created – the date the entry is created.
• Date Posted – the date the entry will be recorded.
• Memo – the journal entry name.
• Account – select the accounts that will be debited and credited.
• Amount – the amount that will be applied to the selected accounts.
• Party – Select the customer that the journal entry item will be applied to. [optional]
3. Click Submit button to record the journal entry

In accordance to GAAP double entry principles, Jazva will not process a journal entry if the debit and credit amounts are not balanced.