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What is Sparkrock?

Sparkrock’s cloud-enabled solution helps organizations manage their finance and accounting, human resources and payroll, human services case management, and donor and fundraising activities.According to the vendor, key benefits and features include:Finance Management with capabilities to help organizations increase transparency and…

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Popular Features

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  • Accounts payable (5)
    10.0
    100%
  • Role-based user permissions (5)
    9.0
    90%
  • Accounts receivable (5)
    9.0
    90%
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What is Sparkrock?

Sparkrock’s cloud-enabled solution helps organizations manage their finance and accounting, human resources and payroll, human services case management, and donor and fundraising activities. According to the vendor, key benefits and features include: Finance Management…

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Features

Payroll Management

Provides for pay calculation and benefit plan administration, in addition to managing direct deposit, salary revisions and payroll tracking.

9.4
Avg 7.2

Customization

This addresses a company’s ability to configure the software to fit its specific use case and workflow.

10
Avg 7.2

Security

This component helps a company minimize the security risks by controlling access to the software and its data, and encouraging best practices among users.

9.5
Avg 8.1

Reporting & Analytics

Users can report on and analyze usage, performance, ROI, and/or other metrics of success.

9
Avg 6.9

General Ledger and Configurable Accounting

Financial management solution, including capabilities for general ledger and configurable accounting

8.8
Avg 7.6

Inventory Management

The ability to track and manage the flow of goods or materials into and out of an inventory.

9.3
Avg 7.9

Subledger and Financial Process

Revenue management solution including capabilities for subledgers and financial processes

9.6
Avg 7.4

Project Financial Management

Project financial management solution including capabilities for project budgeting, cost control, billing and contract management.

9.4
Avg 7.6

Grants Management

Grants management solution for higher education, public sector, or non-profits with capabilities for managing financial awards for program and project funding

9.3
Avg 7.4

Procurement

Procurement management solution with capabilities for sourcing, contracting, procure-to-pay and supplier management

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Supply Chain

Supply Chain Planning solution with capabilities for planning, performance monitoring, change responses and execution.

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Product Details

What is Sparkrock?

Sparkrock’s cloud-enabled solution helps organizations manage their finance and accounting, human resources and payroll, human services case management, and donor and fundraising activities.

According to the vendor, key benefits and features include:

  • Finance Management with capabilities to help organizations increase transparency and reduce risk.
  • Workforce Management to help front-line employees deliver services to clients, with tools that help them to be more productive on the go and help manage them more effectively.
  • Case Management so organizations get the critical information needed to ensure the quality of care and program delivery.
  • Donor Management to provide a complete view of all donor activities, helping to build relationships with donors, and improve fundraising effectiveness.

Sparkrock partners with Microsoft Dynamics to build a solution with vertical-specific functionality based on over a decade’s worth of experience working in the nonprofit sector. Additionally, the vendor says this means users get a solution that has cutting-edge technology and unique capabilities that are meaningful to them and their organization.

Sparkrock Features

General Ledger and Configurable Accounting Features

  • Supported: Accounts payable
  • Supported: Accounts receivable
  • Supported: Global Financial Support
  • Supported: Primary and Secondary Ledgers
  • Supported: Journals and Reconciliations
  • Supported: Configurable Accounting
  • Supported: Standardized Processes

Subledger and Financial Process Features

  • Supported: Billing Management
  • Supported: Cash and Asset Management
  • Supported: Travel & Expense Management
  • Supported: Budgetary Control & Encumbrance Accounting
  • Supported: Period Close

Inventory Management Features

  • Supported: Inventory tracking
  • Supported: Automatic reordering
  • Supported: Location management

Payroll Management Features

  • Supported: Pay calculation
  • Supported: Benefit plan administration
  • Supported: Direct deposit files

Reporting & Analytics Features

  • Supported: Dashboards
  • Supported: Standard reports
  • Supported: Custom reports

Customization Features

  • Supported: API for custom integration
  • Supported: Plug-ins

Security Features

  • Supported: Role-based user permissions
  • Supported: Single sign-on capability
  • Supported: Multi-factor authentication
  • Supported: User-level audit trail

Grants Management Features

  • Supported: Award Lifecycle Management

Project Financial Management Features

  • Supported: Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Supported: Project Costing
  • Supported: Cost Capture
  • Supported: Capital Project Management
  • Supported: Customer Contract Compliance
  • Supported: Project Revenue Recognition

Procurement Features

  • Supported: Bids Analyzed and Compared
  • Supported: Contract Authoring
  • Supported: Contract Repository
  • Supported: Requisitions-to-Purchase Orders Integrated
  • Supported: Supplier Management

Supply Chain Features

  • Supported: Forecasting
  • Supported: Inventory Planning
  • Supported: Performance Monitoring

Additional Features

  • Supported: Flexible architecture with multiple integrations
  • Supported: Microsoft-based tool
  • Supported: Secure Mobile Access
  • Supported: Volunteer Management
  • Supported: Grant Management
  • Supported: Applicant Tracking
  • Supported: Donor Management
  • Supported: Fund Accounting
  • Supported: Employee Scheduling

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Watch Do you wonder why your scheduler always seems frazzled? They have to juggle so many staff requests, remember all your scheduling rules, adhere to stiff labor regulations and know that if they make a mistake it could mean that a client in need doesn’t have anyone show up for a shift. Sparkrock has been working with human services organizations for the last decade, and together with them we have developed our employee scheduling solution.

Watch How many small requests does your HR team get daily from staff? “I need to change my address” “Can I get a copy of my pay stub?” “When’s my next shift scheduled for again?” “I need to request some vacation”. We found that many organizations spend way too much time dealing with all of these requests. That’s why we created the Workforce Management solution - a secure, permission-based web application where employees can access everything in one place.

Watch Do you spend too much time getting your financial data in the desired format? Is your finance team bogged down with collecting data from multiple sources and ensuring it is the same across departments or locations? We can help.

Watch Wouldn’t you like a smart enough system that aids you in controlling costs and putting a check on overspending at your organization? Sparkrock has been working with non-profit organizations for the last decade, and together with them we have developed several non-profit focused capabilities.

Watch You play a huge role in the lives of the people your organization serves. But the tangible results of your hard work are not always easy to see, and sometimes even harder to report on.

Watch Imagine a world where you can access neatly organized client data without rummaging through papers. Or imagine easily reading case notes without struggling to decipher handwriting. Sparkrock has been working with human services organizations like yours for the last decade, and together with them we have developed a secure online portal for our Case Management solution.

Watch Do you feel like it takes forever to find the information you need? Do you need to sift through irrelevant data to get to what you really need? Do you worry that sensitive financial data is available freely to all within the organization? Sparkrock has found that many organizations share this concern. Which is why we built a system where the user experience is tailored for each employee so that they can find information quickly and easily.

Watch When people come to your human services organization for help, the last thing they want to do is fill a mountain worth of paperwork. With our Case Management solution, as soon as ongoing program data is collected for clients, their corresponding client profile will be updated automatically, allowing you to spend less time entering data and more time helping your clients reach their goals.

Watch That pile of timesheets sitting on someone on your team’s desk is the thing they dread most about their job. What if I told you that you could take manual timesheet entry right out of your process? By linking payroll to an online time entry and scheduling system, we can eliminate a lot of extra steps and ensure that all your employees get paid the right amount, and on time. Would that pique your interest?

Sparkrock Integrations

Sparkrock Technical Details

Deployment TypesOn-premise, Software as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based
Operating SystemsWindows
Mobile ApplicationApple iOS, Android, Windows Phone, Blackberry, Mobile Web
Supported CountriesCanada, United States
Supported LanguagesEnglish, French

Frequently Asked Questions

Sage Intacct, Sage 100, and NetSuite ERP are common alternatives for Sparkrock.

Reviewers rate Direct deposit files and Single sign-on capability and Accounts payable highest, with a score of 10.

The most common users of Sparkrock are from Mid-sized Companies (51-1,000 employees).

Sparkrock Customer Size Distribution

Consumers0%
Small Businesses (1-50 employees)0%
Mid-Size Companies (51-500 employees)90%
Enterprises (more than 500 employees)10%
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Reviews and Ratings

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Community Insights

TrustRadius Insights are summaries of user sentiment data from TrustRadius reviews and, when necessary, 3rd-party data sources. Have feedback on this content? Let us know!

Altus Dynamics ERP has proven to be a valuable tool for organizations in various industries. With its ability to connect financial information, including payroll, directly to the general ledger, it has empowered budget unit heads to access up-to-date reports at all times. This has resulted in improved financial visibility and decision-making. Additionally, the integration of Altus Dynamics ERP with SharePoint through the Employee Web App has decentralized purchasing functions, making the purchase order process faster and more efficient across departments. Users have reported that this streamlined approach has simplified their workflow and reduced unnecessary delays in procurement. Furthermore, the implementation of Navision within Finance, Purchasing, HR, and Payroll departments has not only reduced administrative burdens but also enabled more detailed analysis and reporting capabilities. Organizations have appreciated the software's ability to automate manual tasks and provide comprehensive financial tracking, including accounts payable, general ledger, and capital tracking. Altus Dynamics CRM has also been widely adopted as a centralized CRM system by Big Brothers Big Sisters offices across Canada. Its customizable interface and ease of use have allowed these organizations to gather critical data about their operations from a service delivery perspective. Overall, Altus Dynamics software suite has consistently delivered value by enhancing efficiency, enabling better analysis and reporting capabilities, and providing a centralized platform for organizations across industries.

Integration of finance and payroll: Several users have found that Sparkrock's integration of finance and payroll is a key benefit. They appreciate how this feature eliminates the need for manual data entry between the two departments, saving time and reducing errors.

User-friendly interface: Many reviewers have praised Sparkrock for its user-friendly interface. They find the software easy to navigate and logical in its organization of data, especially from an accounting perspective. This intuitive design allows users to quickly access the information they need, improving efficiency.

Customization options: Numerous customers have appreciated the customization options provided by Sparkrock. They value being able to configure the software to meet their specific business needs, allowing them to tailor it according to their unique requirements. This flexibility enhances user experience and ensures that Sparkrock aligns with their organizational processes.

Overwhelming Software: Some users have felt overwhelmed by the multitude of functions and features offered by Sparkrock, particularly during their initial use.

Lack of Intuitive Interface: The main panel interface could be more intuitive and user-friendly, which would enhance the overall navigability of the software.

Challenging Data Extraction: Extracting specific data from Sparkrock can be challenging, especially for users who are not familiar with the system.

Attribute Ratings

Reviews

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Andres Pirela Loyo | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
For all companies that want to improve the performance of their employees and increase productivity, this software helps all daily business tasks to be executed on time efficiently and smoothly. A very useful program that's why we don't stop using it.
Alecia Lantz | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Navision is a very flexible ERP solution that has set our organization up well to deal with changing financial reporting requirements over time. Altus Dynamics, through their Road Map process has helped us to continue to be "future oriented" in our work by helping us map out our continued utilization and enhancement of the solution to meet our overall goals and objectives.
Malcolm McAuley | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Altus Dynamics CRM is a fabulous tool that meets our needs. Where we identify gaps, we can quickly and easily configure the system to meet those needs. Altus Dynamics as a partner were excellent at helping us get the system set up initially to meet our needs, though the lack of function specific training meant that we had to ensure resources on our end to learn through some trial and error at times. That said, Dynamics CRM resources are bountiful on the internet through community forums and groups and questions can often be solved within minutes of searching for the item.
March 21, 2016

NAV Payroll

Score 5 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
I feel that our organization may be somewhat too complicated for the system and so we have had to have many customizations.
March 17, 2016

Great Support

Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
For this product to be effective I feel you do truly need an experienced and professional finance and accounting team. A one person finance department may find the solution overwhelming.
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