What Is Accounting Integration?
Accounting Integration is the process of connecting your Point of Sale (POS) or ERP system with accounting software so that all financial transactions are recorded automatically—no manual input required. This helps restaurants manage finances more easily, accurately, and efficiently.
For example, every time a transaction happens at the cashier, the system instantly updates your financial reports without needing to re-enter the data manually into accounting tools like Xero, Mekari, or others.
Benefits of Accounting Integration for Restaurant Businesses
Saves Time & Reduces Errors: No manual entry = lower chance of recording mistakes.
Always Up-to-Date Financial Reports: Sales, expenses, and profit-loss data are updated in real-time.
Simplifies Taxes & Audits: All transactions are well-documented, making tax filing or audits much easier.
Seamless Multi-System Sync: Integrates with payment systems, ingredient inventory, and financial reporting—all in one platform.
How Does Accounting Integration Work?
To make accounting integration work smoothly, you need to ensure your restaurant’s POS or ERP system is compatible with your chosen accounting software.
Here’s a detailed step-by-step using Mekari Jurnal, an accounting software that’s already integrated with Opaper.
1. Choose Accounting Software That Supports Integration
Before you begin, make sure your accounting software can integrate with your POS or ERP system. In this case, Mekari Jurnal is a solid option since it’s already connected with Opaper, allowing automatic and accurate financial data entry.
With this integration, sales transactions from Opaper POS are sent directly into Mekari Jurnal without manual input, keeping your financial reports always current.
2. Connect Opaper POS with Mekari Jurnal
Once you’ve chosen your accounting software, the next step is to connect your Opaper POS to your Mekari Jurnal account. Here's how:
- Log into the Opaper dashboard and find the accounting integration option.
- Select Mekari Jurnal as your integration target.
- Enter your Mekari Jurnal account credentials and link it with your Opaper account.
- Set up auto-sync to automatically categorize all sales and expense transactions in Mekari Jurnal.
3. Set Transaction Categories & Financial Accounts
After integration is complete, make sure each transaction is routed to the correct account in Mekari Jurnal. Here are some key setup areas:
- Revenue Categories: Break them down by transaction type—like dine-in, takeaway, or delivery.
- Expense Accounts: Ensure operational costs like raw ingredients, staff salaries, and utilities are recorded in the right categories.
- Tax & Discounts: If your restaurant uses specific taxes or discount schemes, make sure the system records them correctly for accurate reporting.
With organized setup, your financial reports will be easier to read and analyze.
4. Regularly Check & Analyze the Data
Even though this integration saves time and reduces entry errors, it’s still important to check your data regularly. Here's what to do:
- Review daily or weekly reports in Mekari Jurnal and make sure all transactions are syncing correctly.
- Look for mismatches or missing records, especially refunds or voided orders that might be overlooked.
- Use Mekari Jurnal’s analytics tools to understand cash flow, profitability, and your restaurant’s expense patterns in more depth.
By following these steps, you can ensure that your accounting integration runs smoothly.
The result? Your restaurant’s finances stay organized, time is saved, and manual entry errors are a thing of the past!
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