Adding and Editing Nominal Codes in BigChange

This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to add and edit Nominal Codes in BigChange. Nominal Codes are essential for financial tracking and reporting, and they can be customised to match your financial package, such as Sage.

To add a new Nominal Code

To add and edit Nominal Codes in BigChange, follow these steps:

Select Account Settings in the top menu.
Select Settings.
In the side menu, select Financial.
Select Nominal Codes.
Select the Add New button.
Add a Code (please reference your accounts software, if necessary)
Add a Description.
Select Save to store the new Nominal Code.

Need a Guided Tour?

To help you get the most out of BigChange, we've created interactive in-app walkthrough guides.

Simply select the link below to start the walkthrough guide. You'll receive real-time step-by-step instructions and tips directly from within the application.

In-App Guide: Add Nominal and Department Codes

Editing an Existing Nominal Code

To edit an existing Nominal Code:

Select the Nominal Code you wish to edit from the list.
Update the Code and Description fields as necessary.
Select Save to apply the changes.

Customising Nominal Codes for Sage

Understanding Sage Nominal Codes

If you are using a financial package like Sage, it is important to match BigChange's Nominal Codes with those in Sage. Sage uses a specific numbering system:

4000’s for Sales
5000’s for Purchases

Renaming Sage Nominal Codes

To rename Nominal Codes in Sage:

On the navigation bar, select Nominal Codes.
Select the required Nominal Code.
Select Edit and change the Name.
Select Save, then Close.