Summary
Data connectors import the data needed for analysis all at once. Discover the benefits of connecting yourself or inviting a client to connect to a data connector using MindBridge.
Go to the Data page
- Select the logo in the MindBridge sidebar.
You will go to the Organizations page. - Select View in line with the desired organization, or click anywhere in the organization row.
You will go to the Engagements page. - Select View in line with the desired engagement, or click anywhere in the engagement row.
You will go to the Data page for that particular engagement.
Tip: If you are already in an analysis, simply use the sidebar to go to the Data page.
Connect to a data source
- Open the Actions menu at the top of the Data page.
- Select Connect data source.
You will go to a page where you can manage your data sources. - Select one of the following:
- Follow the prompts on screen to connect yourself or someone else.
Invite a client to connect
Inviting a client to connect accelerates the authorization process and improves efficiency. By connecting a client's ERP (or applicable financial management system) directly to MindBridge, engagement teams can confidently complete any data import processes and associated engagement tasks before fieldwork begins, without requiring any access to the ERP.
Learn how to invite a client to connect.
Connect yourself
Those with appropriate permissions in the ERP can quickly and easily complete the authorization using the Connect myself option. Additionally, clients can complete the authorization using this method while onsite.
Learn how to connect yourself to a data source.
Supported connectors and file types
| QuickBooks Online | Sage Intacct | Xero | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Ledger Analysis | |||
| Chart of accounts | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| General ledger | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Opening balance | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Closing balance | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Accounts Payable Analysis | |||
| AP detail | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| End of period outstanding payables list | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Vendor list | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Vendor opening balances | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Start of period outstanding payables list | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Accounts Receivables Analysis | |||
| AR detail | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| End of period outstanding receivables list | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Customer list | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Customer opening balances | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Start of period outstanding receivables list | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
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