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# Cash vs. Accrual in Digits

Digits supports both cash and accrual accounting. Learn how each method works, how integrations post transactions, and when manual journal entries may be needed.

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### How Digits Handles Accounting Methods

Digits supports both cash-based and accrual-based accounting. There is no toggle required. Digits gives you a full general ledger, so your firm can record transactions however you need for each client.

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### Accrual-Based Behavior in Digits

Many integrations post on an accrual basis by default:

* **Gusto:** Payroll entries are posted based on the end of the pay period (accrual), not the payment date. 
* **Ramp/Bill.com:** Bills are recorded on the invoice date, regardless of when cash is paid.
* **Revenue Recognition:** Prepaid contracts currently require manual journal entries to defer and recognize revenue over time.
* **Digits Pay & Invoicing:** Automatically record entries to the ledger on an accrual basis. Once mappings are set in Settings, it’s truly “set it and forget it”—no manual entries needed.

These behaviors support firms that need audit-ready accrual financials.

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### When Digits Is Cash-Based

Some integrations always post on a cash basis:

* **Stripe:** Entries are recorded when a cash transaction occurs in the Stripe account. We do not currently recognize Stripe invoicing.
* **Banks & Credit Cards:** Transactions are recorded when cash moves in or out. 

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### Manual Adjustments You May Need

Accrual accounting often requires manual journal entries for items such as:

* Prepaid expenses
* Depreciation or amortization
* Accrued expenses
* Deferred revenue
* Complex revenue recognition

You can create journal entries at:\
**Accounting → Ledger → New Transaction**

If you’re unsure whether adjustments are needed, reach out to your accountant or Digits Support.

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### Frequently Asked Questions

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<summary>Can I switch between cash and accrual in Digits?</summary>

Absolutely—Digits gives you the power to work in cash or accrual-based accounting, no toggles required. Unlike QuickBooks, which simplifies the view with a switch, Digits gives you the real deal: a full general ledger. That means you or your team can book transactions exactly how you want, with no software-imposed limits. It's flexible, professional, and designed for firms to customize based on their clients’ needs.

</details>

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