Excel templates for an accountant and financial manager

Abstract

Introduction. In today's world, where data has become a valuable currency for business, science, and society as a whole, the use of information technology is becoming increasingly important. Information technology provides us with the means not only to collect, store, and process data but also to modify, graphically represent, model, and analyze it. Today, thanks to fast and efficient transmission, data can be easily accessible and used in real-time, facilitating informed decision-making and responses to changes in the surrounding production environment. Additionally, information technology allows for the creation of convenient and intuitive interfaces for interacting with data, making it easier to work with and promoting better understanding and utilization. Purpose. Based on Microsoft Excel spreadsheet information technology, templates have been developed that can be useful for various fields of activity, especially for the work of an accountant or financial manager of an enterprise or organization. Methodology. During the research process, templates for checking and analyzing deadlines for bank payments, customers, inventory, or payroll, based on the example of a company or organization, have been developed. Also, a template for keeping a work schedule, a template for a business car travel log, and a template for an employee hiring order have been developed. All templates are adapted for use by any company, organization, or enterprise in Ukraine. Modern software, namely Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and Google Sheets tools, were used to work with the templates. Results. Using examples, it has been demonstrated that the results of using pre-designed templates allow for the most efficient utilization of the professional experience of accountants and financial managers, resulting in minimal time expenditure when compiling reporting documentation. Such an approach to the application of information technology in the professional activities of accounting, finance, and other departments of an enterprise can be used for document flow and the formation of accountability information in the operation of any enterprise over different periods of time. It also serves as an example of the work of professionals not only in the enterprise as a whole but also in its individual departments. Furthermore, the rapid compilation and analysis of reporting information using templates enable timely decision-making at various stages of small and medium-sized enterprise operations.