Quickbooks 2015
Updated June 02, 2015

Quickbooks 2015

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Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User

Software Version

2015 accountant edition

Modules Used

  • All

Overall Satisfaction with QuickBooks Premier

QuickBooks is being used for all accounting functions.
  • Keeping receipts and disbursement a organized
  • Accounts payable
  • Tracking receivables
  • Better handling of nsf checks
  • Inventory

QuickBooks Desktop Premier Feature Ratings

Accounts payable
9
Accounts receivable
9
Cash management
9
Bank reconciliation
7
Expense management
9
Time tracking
5
Fixed asset management
6
Multi-currency support
7
Self-service portal
7
Inventory tracking
4
Automatic reordering
4
Location management
2
Pricing
7
Order entry
7
Credit card processing
7
Cost of goods sold
8
Pay calculation
8
Benefit plan administration
3
Direct deposit files
8
Salary revision and increment management
8
Reimbursement management
9
Dashboards
9
Standard reports
9
Custom reports
8
Role-based user permissions
8
Single sign-on capability
6

Using QuickBooks Premier

1 - Perfect to use as a writeup program
1 - You can use the program even if you aren't an accounting professional.
  • Tracking receivables
  • Tracking expenses
  • It is also used as a customer contact data base.
  • Quickbooks can also be used to track employee time. You can then bill the time without leaving the program
I've been using Quickbooks since 1998 and wouldn't dream of switching

Evaluating QuickBooks Premier and Competitors

  • Price
  • Product Features
  • Product Usability
I needed a quick and easy product. QuickBooks fit the bill. I've used it ever since and wouldn't give it up. It's become an invaluable management tool.
I would not change anything.

QuickBooks Premier Implementation

You should implement Quickbooks in stages if you have multiple users.
Change management was minimal - The program is generally very easy to install for a single user. Network installation is more complicated and may require professional help.
  • We needed to conform our receivables management to Quickbooks flow.
  • Vendor information needed to entered
  • customer information needed to entered

QuickBooks Premier Training

Accounting professionals should have no trouble using and understanding the software. There are many courses and books out there for those who do have problems with the software.

Configuring QuickBooks Premier

Just right for this type of product. There are many preferences that you edit to customize the program. For example you edit reports so they appear as cash or accrual basis each time. It also allows periods to be closed so accountants will not have the problem of a user changing numbers from a period that has already been filed.
The configuration is a key element of the software. I would recommend customizing the report basis, year end closing date, accounting preference prior to using the program. The chart of accounts can be easily edited along with the item list. This also should be done prior to using the program and continuously monitored after you begin use age.
No - we have not done any customization to the interface
No - we have not done any custom code
The configuration is a key element of the software. I would recommend customizing the report basis, year end closing date, accounting preference prior to using the program. The chart of accounts can be easily edited along with the item list. This also should be done prior to using the program and continuously monitored after you begin use age.

QuickBooks Premier Support

Support during normal business hours is some of the best I've seen. However after hours support is outsourced to Asia.
ProsCons
Quick Resolution
Good followup
Knowledgeable team
Problems get solved
Kept well informed
No escalation required
Immediate help available
Support understands my problem
Quick Initial Response
None
Yes - I am a Certified QB Pro Advisor so my support is free.
My installation was corrupted the agent stayed on the phone with me for 4 hours to fix it.

Using QuickBooks Premier

This software is available at a great price and covers all parts of the accounting cycle.
ProsCons
Like to use
Relatively simple
Technical support not required
Well integrated
Quick to learn
Convenient
Feel confident using
None
  • Recording checks and deposits are simple and can be used by someone without an accounting background.
  • Accountant's copy makes data integration between practitioners and clients easy.
  • Printing checks easier than ever
  • Comprehensive reports are great management tools
  • Inventory functions are not the best. It is very difficult to trace errors or to correct them once found in the reports.
  • Many reports are not flexible.
  • Too many steps to customize a report.

QuickBooks Premier Reliability

Integrating QuickBooks Premier

Relationship with Intuit

Upgrading QuickBooks Premier

Yes - I upgrade every year it takes about a half hour