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Accounts Production

Accounting periodSpecific span of time during which a company's financial transactions are recorded and summarised. This period is used to prepare financial statements and reports, allowing for consistent and comparable financial analysis.
EntityFRS102, FRS105, IFRS.
Master PackFollow the new legislation – released once a year.
ThemeThe way the CCH Screen will be displayed (fonts, size, …).
Task barThe Task Bar, on the left-hand side, lists the different work areas, which are divided in an Accounts Production Home screen and four folders.
Errors and ExceptionsArea giving the AP user list of errors, warnings and information about the current client in AP.
Create priorAllow the AP user to create a prior period for the current client.
ReceiptsAllow users to enter receipts as a bookkeeping application.
PaymentsAllow users to enter payments as a bookkeeping application.
JournalsAllow users to enter journal, opening balance, restatement journal or reversing journal.
Chart of AccountsCCH nominal code list with their description and chart category (Revenue, cost of sales, administrative expenses, etc.).
Statutory databaseThe Statutory database is used to select and maintain the non-trial balance-based disclosures that appear in the final accounts.
OfficersThe officers’ screen is used to view, add, delete and /or maintain details of the officers of an entity.
Year EndPerforms a roll forward of financial data. The period for the next twelve months is created. 
Finalise accountsLock down the current period.
FormatRefers to the standardised structure or layout used to present financial information, including specific sections, headings, and columns, which ensures consistency and clarity when preparing financial statements.
Collection nameThe name of a group of formats that make up a financial report. There are 3 types of collection names; Full accounts, Management and Lead schedules.
Print SelectionAllow the creation of 2 documents from Accounts Production.
There are 2 types:  
The Financial Statements for Members that will be sent to HMRC.
The Small Company Reducing Filing that will be sent to Company House.

Audit Automation

Create packCreate a new audit pack in AA.
Load PackOpen an existing audit pack from AA.
Main IndexMain index is defined in the master pack. Display all the different steps you will go through to complete an audit.
Master Pack codeCan be using Mercia, PCAS or CCH methodology.
Master Pack versionShows the master pack version of methodology being used.
Chart of accountsNominal ledger account codes for a client.
Audit JournalsCan be 3 types: Adjusting, Reclassification, Projected misstatement.
WP referenceWorking Paper reference
Client DocumentRefer to the records and information provided by the client to the auditors during the audit process. These documents are essential for auditors to perform their work and include a variety of financial and non-financial records.
Document referenceIs a code for the client document the user creates or import.
Document templateAA provides some document templates (can be word / Excel formats).
Permanent audit fileThis section describes how to maintain permanent file data in CCH Audit Automation.
Background informationThis is a sub section of the permanent file which stores standard documents issued by the methodology provider. There is a window for any additional text that needs to be added for each document.
Key business processesThis section describes how you can record the client’s business processes/system notes.
Key ControlA key control is a primary procedure that's used to prevent fraud or mitigate risk.
MaterialityAudit Automation uses the materiality figure, in conjunction with the level of audit risk for each audit area, to calculate the sample interval.
RemindersReminders can be added in checklists, audit programmes or at any point and then linked to an audit area so they display when accessing that area.
Sign offThe final approval of a specific part of the audit process, signifying that the assigned auditor has completed the sign off and is satisfied with the accuracy and completeness of the work done.
Tests and work programmesTests to be completed during the Audit process.
Audit notesNotes raised during the process of doing the audit work.
Management Feedback recordsRefers to a documented collection of responses and actions taken by management regarding findings and recommendations identified during an audit process, essentially capturing how management plans to address any issues raised by the auditor and demonstrating their commitment to improvement.
Balance forward to next yearThis creates a new audit file for the new year copying across much of the data from previous year including documents, risks, key controls, trial balance etc.

Central

CentralCentral is the centre of the CCH Suite that hosts all client and contact data and security permissions. Everything else within CCH uses this data to function effectively.
Support PortalA webpage with Knowledge Articles and User Docs  to help explain how to complete tasks or understand processes within CCH.
Wolters Kluwer AcademyA webpage that holds eLearning for everything needed to use the CCH suite.
ContactsContacts are every entity saved within CCH Central, E.g. clients, employees, suppliers etc.
ClientsAny contact we do a paid service for, E.g. Personal Tax, Accounts etc.
RibbonThe area at the top of CCH with the different icons.
ToolbarThe bar used to access different areas of CCH Central, E.g. Home, Contacts, Smart Reports etc.
Manu BarThey’re the menu options above the Ribbon that starts with File, Favourites.
Tab BarThe area underneath the Ribbon where all main tabs are shown.
Sub TabsThe tabs used within the client record.
Field ChooserA list of options available to bring into a table to customise what information is displayed.
Preview PanelThe area at the bottom of the Find Clients/ Find Contacts tab to show some useful information about the client/ contact.
Security GroupsA set of permissions applied within an Employee record to determine what areas of CCH they can access.
Edit in DesignerThe area within Smart Reports used to edit the structure of the report.

Capital Gains Tax and Dividend Scheduling ( CGT)

CGT & Dividend SchedulingCGT & Dividend Scheduling is a separately licensed module of CCH Central. It can work stand-alone, but also interacts with CCH Personal Tax.
Securities databaseAlso known as the ”User universe”, this is a database of ~140,000 entities (shareholdings and other traded assets) which is maintained by Wolters Kluwer, but is synchronised to customer’s systems. 
Tax LinksThis tab in the client record enables connection between CGT&DS and CCH Personal Tax.
PortfolioA container for a client’s security records, sub divided into portfolio periods. 
Portfolio periodsA period of time (typically tax years) for any securities activity to be entered and reported on.
ConsolidationA function which combines multiple portfolios for reporting purposes. 
Proof and FinalReport types: Proof contains additional narrative showing security activity in the period, while Final will trigger the transfer of data to CCH Personal Tax.
Securities codesThree types of code are referenced in CGT&DS. “CCH Codes” are the visible codes which are used universally, SEDOL and ISIN codes are not visible but can be looked up.

Corporation Tax

Corporation Tax (CT)
home page
Page set up to access the Corporation tax return for a client more quickly.
CT ribbonList of tools/buttons to use CT more efficiently.
HyperlinksA quick means of navigating to another screen which is relevant to the current data entry screen.
Shortcut keysCombinations of keys will allow CT user to navigate quickly around the application by using the keyboard.
Tax return tabIf the client is a limited company, the tax return will be a CT600.
Task barLocated on the left of the screen, above the Data Navigator.
Data NavigatorLocated on the left of the screen. It comes with a number of features to aid you in completion of clients’ Tax Returns.
Errors and Exceptions for period – dd/mm/yyyyA list of real-time errors and exceptions that have occurred during the creation of the tax return appear under Summary at the bottom of the main window.
Errors indicate mandatory data that is missing for successful online submission.
Warnings are hyperlinks displaying useful messages linking to alert users to data they may wish to review and make changes to as may render the tax return or computation incorrect but will not necessarily prevent successful online submission.
 

Document Management

Document ManagementDocument Management is used to store and manage all your documents within CCH.
AssignmentsThe chargeable services you provide to your clients. e.g. Accounts, Personal Tax, Corporation Tax etc.
JobsThe time period we complete Assignments in, e.g. 2025, 2025 Jan, 2025 Q1.
CCH Plug-insCCH Plug-ins is an installation on your server used to enable Microsoft products to interact with CCH Document Management.
Global Document CentreThe area where you can access and manage all documents uploaded to CCH.
Client Document CentreThe area can access and manage all documents relating to a specific client.
Document LibraryThe Document Centre is made up of a variety of libraries to store your documents. E.g. Client library, Practice library, Pending library.
Document TypesDocument Types is a mandatory tag added to every document uploaded to the Document Centre and can be used for easy grouping and sorting of documents. E.g. Bill, Tax return, Working paper.
Document TagsTags are a subset of properties allocated to each document to allow you to recall the document when searching for it. E.g. Assignment Accounts, Job 2025.
Document IDEvery document is automatically allocated a number that will never change. The Document ID can be used to search for a document.
DescriptionAs well as a file name we can add a description to give users more options of key words to search for.
Merge fieldsCentral data that we pull onto templates automatically, e.g. client mailing name.
ArchiveHide documents within the Document Centre but still be able to view them. Can be restored at any time.
DeleteHide documents within the Document Centre with a view to destroy them soon after. Can be restored at any time.
DestroyPermanently remove a document from the document centre.
RestoreUnhide a deleted or archived document.
LinkingMarking 2 or more documents as being linked together and specifying the reason.
LockingDisabling the ability for anybody in the Practice to edit the contents or tags of a document.
Check outRemoving a document from the document centre to allow the user to edit the document. Only one person can edit (check out) a document at a time.
Check inSaving the changes to a checked out document and put it back into the document centre.
Undo check outPutting a checked out document into the document centre in the same version it was in before checking it out. i.e. discarding the work that was just done on the document.
Save copy asSaving an exact copy of a document into the Document Centre with new tags.
Get local copySaving an exact copy of a document into a local folder.
Version HistoryViewing and managing all previous versions of a document. Every version is permanent and cannot be deleted.
RollbackA button in the ribbon to access the version history.
Document dateThe true date of a document that can be edited if needs be.
Document SecurityAllocating which Security Groups can view, add, edit and delete each document type.
TemplatesWord or Excel templates which contain mail merge fields, and are the starting point for any new document.
Template typesGroups that each document template will be saved under.
Document InboxA Central homepage control which shows documents marked for a user’s attention.
Preview PanelA preview panel which can be shown or hidden in any document centre or inbox. This can also be detached as a floating panel.

iXBRL Review & Tag

CCH iXBRL Review & Tag provides a review tool for accounts produced in CCH Accounts Production, which contains iXBRL tags, where final tags may be added to the iXBRL tagged accounts before the submission to either HMRC (accounts are attached to the Corporation Tax Return) or Companies House directly.  CCH iXBRL Review & Tag also provides the facility to convert accounts produced in 3rd party software e.g. Microsoft Word or Excel, into an iXBRL format.

CCH iXBRL Review and TagA review tool for accounts required to be in an iXBRL format.
CCH Accounts ProductionThe current provider of the software.
Context entity identifierA company registration number.
CT ReturnCorporation Tax Return.
DPLDetailed Profit and Loss Account
iXBRLInline eXtensible Business Reporting Language.
iXBRL review fileA file used purely for review of the tagged document, not for submission.
iXBRL submission fileA file that can be submitted to HMRC with a tax return or submitted to Companies House.
JurisdictionA territory, e.g. UK
MetadataStructured information about the data e.g. title, description, author, or keywords, readable by other applications.
Numeric tagsTags applied to figures.
Paragraph tagsTags applied to text.
Tag propertiesMetadata associated with a specific tag within an iXBRL document.
TaggingThe process of using tags to identify and categorise financial data within a report.
TaxonomyA structured dictionary of financial terms to define the meaning of each piece of financial data.
XBRL TagAn identifier applied to a specific item/items of data.
XBRL vs iXBRLXBRL designed to be machine readable, iXBRL combines machine readable data with human readable text.
XMLExtensible Markup Language.
XML fileAn XML file is a text-based document that stores data using a hierarchical structure with tags.

KPI monitoring

KPI Monitoring is 3rd party tool which Wolters Kluwer whitelabel. It’s installed locally on a customer’s server, and talks directly to the SQL database. It has the ability to perform different actions based on what it finds in the database.

VineyardsoftThe original company that developed the software.
ECi GlobalThe current provider of the software.
KnowledgesyncThe name of the software before it is whitelabelled by WK.
SQL ServerThe type of database that both CCH Central and KPI Monitoring use to store their data.
EventPakA template file filled with queries, events and reports
ConnectionThe link to the required database.

Menu

Event designerThe area of the tool used for designing queries and events.
MonitorThe area of the tool used to monitor the success of the events that are running.
AdminThe area of the tool used to set up the dependent services to allow events to run, as well as set up user accounts and roles.

 Administration

ServicesThe accounts used for the different types of events. For examples, sending email accounts, sending SMS numbers, etc.
UsersSet up new users that will access KPI Monitoring (individually licenced).
RolesSet up access rights to different areas of KPI Monitoring.

 Monitor

ActivityWhich event services are enabled.
SchedulerWhich events are scheduled to run next.
Application eventsCurrent application events processing.
Email deliveryCurrent emails waiting to send.
SMS deliveryCurrent SMS notifications waiting to send.
File deliveryFiles in the process of being generated and saved
Webcast deliveryQuery results being uploaded to html pages
Report generationQuery results being loaded into either Crystal Report templates or SSRS Report locations.
Actions takenMonitor the results of scripts.
Email responseMonitor emails sent to KPI monitoring.

 Event Designer

Application eventsThe are where queries and events are designed.
SubscribersA list of known recipients and their email addresses, SMS numbers, and file storage locations.
Job streamsA fixed sequence of events that only trigger once the previous event was successfully executed.
EventPakThe are where EventPaks can be built or installed.
QueriesBuild queries to retrieve data from the connected database.
EventsWhat is to happen and when.
ChartsGraphical output of the results of a query.
ReportsCrystal Report or SSRS Report template.
Web APIBuild links to cloud applications.
Basic scriptsWhere Visual Basic script files are stored.
ScheduleHow often an event should run.
TriggersHow will the event capture the required data.
DeliverablesHow should the collected data be handled (email, SMS, WebAPI, report, script execution etc).
Subscribers – standard
(AKA known subscribers)
Specific selection of recipients or file locations for deliverables.
Subscribers – advanced
(AKA unknown or derived subscribers)
Which database field determines the recipients or file locations for deliverables.
VariablesPlaceholders for information generated by queries or date calculations.

OneClick

One ClickOne Click is a cloud based portal used to safely send documents between the Practice and their clients
Client TeamThe employee(s) the contact can send messages and documents to using OC.
Message CentreThe sub tab within the client record used to access the messages and documents sent and received via OC.
[email protected]The email address used to notify contacts they have a new message in their OC workspace. 

Personal Tax

Personal Tax (PT) home pagePage set up to access the personal tax return for a client more quickly.
PT ribbonList of tools/buttons you could use in the PT application.
Tax Returns tabTab to select from the client file to access the client’s tax year(s) or to create a new tax year (if the client has never had one before).
Status (of a Tax Return)Can be:
- created
- rolled forward
- info request sent to client
- info received from client
- data entry in progress
- data entry complete
- review report complete
- tax return reviewed
- sent to client
- etc.
Roll forwardWorks by copying previous years' tax data to the current tax year.
Tax quick links (aka hyperlinks)Located above the Tax Calculation pane. These Tax quick links allow the user to access the client file details, the different statuses for the client, the type of return type and the tax year.
Tax return dataLocated on the left of the screen. It has the Data Entry menu in alphabetic order. Menu options in grey mean that the data sections are empty. The ones in blue mean that there is data there.
Tax section toolbarThis toolbar appears when you are adding new data to the Personal Tax Return for a client.
Tax toolbar options are:
- Back
- Save
- Save and close
- Save and next
- Delete
- Delete all
- Copy
- Copy all
- Unlock.
Errors and Exceptions tabA list of real-time errors and exceptions that have occurred during the creation of the tax return appear under Summary at the bottom of the main window.
Workflows tabAllow the PT user to follow the client PT process with dates and tasks.
Status panelLocated at the bottom of each Data source section and has 3 tick boxes to select (if needed):
- All complete
- Reviewed
- Estimated.

There is also a 'Click here to add notes‘ icon to allow the user to add notes at the Tax Section level.
Workflow reportThe Workflow Reporting wizard allows you create custom reports.
My tasksDisplay tasks assigned to you.
Team tasksDisplay tasks assigned to your colleagues.
Tax Return bundleis a feature of CCH Personal Tax which enables you to set up a pre-defined set of documents including the tax return, together with an automated covering letter, which you can then present to your client for approval.

Practice Management

Practice ManagementWithin the CCH suite, anything involving timesheets, billing, WIP, debt or cash falls under the bracket of Practice Management.
AssignmentsThe chargeable services you provide to your clients. e.g. Accounts, Personal Tax, Corporation Tax etc.
Assignments also list non chargeable work such as Administration, Leave, etc.
JobsThe time period we complete Assignments in, e.g. 2025, 2025 Jan, 2025 Q1.
Fee noteInvoice or credit note
Request for PaymentA proforma invoice which is used to generate a VAT receipt once paid.
Assignment templatesAssignment templates define the chargeable assignments which can be added to a client.
Employee categoryA timetable group assigned to an employee to define their working hours.
HomepagesShortcuts that enable you to access and track PM information quickly, e.g. aged WIP per partner and manage timesheet and bill authorisation process.
Miscellaneous ChargeA charge entered on a bill that bypasses WIP and goes straight to debt, e.g. Fee Protection
Estimates to completeAKA an interim bill. Adding a charge to the bill that will carry forward negative WIP.
DraftA bill, timesheet, expenses or disbursements that is in an unposted state and can be edited or deleted.
SubmitA bill, timesheet, expense or disbursement which has been submitted awaiting authorisation.
AuthoriseA bill, timesheet, expense or disbursement which has been authorised and is awaiting posting.
PostA bill, timesheet, expense or disbursement which is posted and committed into WIP or debtors and can not be edited or deleted.
Master ParagraphsStandardised wording to be used on the paragraphs of a bill.
Task CodesInformation provided on a timesheet detailing the task carried out on a particular assignment, e.g. review.
Employee security groupsSecurity Groups are added to each employee record to determine what permissions that employee has within the system.
Task PermissionsThe individual security permissions set per security group which defines the user security access per security group.
Time Processing PeriodA system maintenance option which defines your financial year and timesheet periods.
Wip EnquiryAn option to view billed and unbilled WIP recorded against a client.
Debtor EnquiryAn option to view outstanding and history of debtors against a client.
Period close downA process managed central to close and lock periods once completed. Timesheets, bills, expenses, and disbursements can not be posted into closed period.

Support Portal Terminology

Support Portal Login
and Registration
Covers 'Wolters Kluwer Account', How to Register, How to Login and information for Support Portal 'Admin' Users.
eLearning Courses
and Services
Software Users:  Discover our vast range of eLearning courses that covers our product suite for you to enrol on.  
Short video's (only a few minutes long) cover specific topics allowing you to complete them at a pace to suit you.  
Service customers:  Read more about accessing Service Appointments.
Wolters Kluwer AcademyAccessed via the Support Portal, this is where you can access all of our eLearning for each of our products. Each course features detailed learning videos, quizzes and some webinar recordings. Your account manager will set up access for you. We encourage you to promote access to our learning portal during and after your implementations.  
UserdocsArticles and how to guides that cover all of our products. We recommend using the search bar to type in your query to find relevant articles. 
GroupsJoin groups relevant to you to sign up for email notifications, you can also interact with members of the community and ask questions.
Virtual AssistantA brilliant Chatbot for rapid help, just start typing you question or area of interest in the search box and it will search the entire Support Portal for recommended answers. It can also raise a support case for you if needed.
Raising a support caseIf you are unable to find an answer using the above methods or you are experiencing an issue while using our software you may wish to raise a support ticket. The more information you provide will help route your question to the relevant member of our team.
UserVoiceGive us feedback on our software and/or raise an enhancement request.
Product Updates and NewsStay Informed of key news and software updates.
Software ReleasesDownload our software releases.
Product DocumentationHelp documentation and guides.

Technical terms

PC (Personal Computer)A term broadly used to describe a computer. A PC could be a standalone host for our app or just a client side workstation.
StandaloneA single computer or server that hosts every element of our CCH software suite. This will also act as a client side workstation for the user.
Client sideThe primary machine that a day to day user has on their desk and uses to perform their daily office tasks. We connect these to a server hosting CCH for users to access our product.
WorkstationPerform their daily office tasks. We connect these to a server hosting CCH for users to access our product.
ServerA dedicated machine designed to host all elements of our application. This machine takes all the strain allowing businesses to buy lower spec machines for users in order to be economical.Some larger businesses have multiple servers hosting single elements of our application suite such as a server for SQL, Services & APP.
SQL (Structure Query Language)This is a programming language developed by Microsoft. It a standard language for creating and manipulating databases. All very complicated stuff that happens in the background when you input data onto CCH Central. It is a component that has to be installed alongside the application and takes up some resources so a system capable of running this will need to be considered.

We have hardware specs on our website.
DB (Database)A file with encoded data that holds all information you store when you use our CCH Central Software.
The database is held within a SQL Server.
APP (Application)An application is a program on a computer, like Microsoft Word. We often shorten Application to just APP.
CCH Central is another example of an APP.
MSP (Managed Service Provider)This is basically an external IT support company. They often refer to themselves as MSP’s and will support a number of different clients.
Small businesses who cannot afford to have a full time dedicated IT department internally may pay a monthly fee to have an MSP deal with all their technical queries and IT infrastructure.
AV (Antivirus)Technical people often refer to antivirus software as AV. Most customers generally will pay for a third party antivirus software to protect their computers. This can interfere with our CCH Software suite so we need to know what kind of AV is running so we can advise on changing some settings in order to our software suite to run.
OS (Operating System)This is the base of every computer and is very important as older operating systems can be out of support and will need updated.
Think about your mobile phone when it asks you to do a software update. That is an operating system updating itself.

Trust Accounts

AutoloadThe Autoload routine enables different sets of Trial Balances to be automatically generated and sent to the CCH Trust Accounts Formatter based on defined criteria such as specific divisions or dates, subsets of the nominal codes using numeric masks, or even accessing the trial balance information from another client.

These TBs can then be used in the final accounts in separate columns within one set of accounts, or in separate sets of pages within the single set of accounts.
AutopostThe Trust Accounts Security database allows entry, either manually or via a data feed, of capital and/or income details for a security. This data is known as the Security History.

The Autopost routine uses this history information to generate transaction entries for a selected client and fund(s). You also specify the Securities to be included in the Autopost routine and the period covered.
Client ChartWhen a new client is set up, a Client Chart of accounts is created from the Master Chart applicable to the Client Class selected.

This can be customised as required, but it is not possible to add a new account to a client's chart of accounts unless it already exists in the master chart. This enforces a high degree of standardisation across all the clients in a class.
Client ClassA defined category of Clients, e.g. Pension Funds, Estates, Trusts, Charities etc.
Client ListThe client list is usually shown when first opening CCH Trust Accounts and allows the client to be worked on to be selected.

Highlighting a client in the list also enables actions for that client to be carried out using the Activity Bar or Menu Bar, without double clicking or using 'Goto' to show the Client Menu.
Client MenuDouble clicking or selecting the 'Goto' button for a highlighted client in the Client list will show the Client Menu.

The menu is divided into two sections if the Nominal Ledger and Investment ledger options have been selected on client creation, or just the selected ledger if only one has been chosen.
Common/Shared dataThis menu section allows the maintenance of master tables within Trust Accounts, e.g. Client Classes, Client categories, Movement Codes, Securities, Standard descriptions etc.
DivisionsA method of analysing balances on a nominal account, e.g. beneficiaries, funds etc.

Autoload can be then used to extract Trial Balances by division for use in the CCH Trust Accounts Formatter.

Divisions can be linked to Funds so that Investment transactions are automatically reflected in the appropriate division within the Nominal Ledger.
FundsInvestments in a client’s investment ledger are allocated into one or more funds.

The Investment Ledger Fund can also be linked to a Nominal Ledger Division so that Investment Ledger transactions are automatically analysed to the correct combination of nominal account and division.
Global OperationsThese are menu options which can apply to multiple clients, e.g. Autopost, Cross client data entry, and Transaction Import.
Help – F1Within a Trust Accounts window clicking Help or F1 enables access to context sensitive Help information. From the Menu Bar it is possible to search for help on a particular topic.
Investment LedgerThe Investment Ledger allows a portfolio of investments to be created for the client, and movements to be entered.
LedgersThe ledger type is chosen when a client is set up.

A Nominal Ledger with no Investment Ledger allows the final accounts to be produced without keeping track of the detail of the investment portfolio.

A Nominal Ledger with the Investment Ledger enables both the Trial Balance and the Investment portfolio to be maintained.

An Investment Ledger on its own would, for example, apply to a high net worth individual who requires the portfolio to be logged in detail but does not require a set of final accounts 
Master ChartA Master Chart of accounts is defined for each Client Class.
Movement CodesEvery investment ledger entry includes a Movement Code which describes the type of the entry, e.g. BNI for Bonus, DIV for Dividend etc. These Movement Codes also determine the CGT and Accounting Treatment of the entries via a CGT Rule Code and an Accounting Rule.
Multi-currencyThis is a separately licenced option and allows postings to be made, and Trial Balances to be generated in different currencies.

Any currency can be posted to any nominal account, but an account can be restricted to a single currency. Intercurrency account postings are automatically generated where applicable in the Nominal or Investment Ledger.

When an investment is sold the profit is automatically split between the profit on disposal (due to share price movements) and the profit on exchange (due to exchange rate fluctuations) and this can be displayed on the Investment schedule.     
Nominal LedgerThe Nominal Ledger enables a trial balance to be maintained and accounts to be prepared using the CCH Trust Accounts Formatter.   
Sub-accountsAny nominal account can have sub-accounts added to it. These can be added directly to a client’s chart of accounts. Unlike main accounts they do not need to exist in the Master Chart.

If a main account already has transactions, it is still possible to add sub-accounts to it. As soon as the first sub-account is added all the transactions are transferred from the main account to the sub-account. Similarly, any other references to the main account are changed to the first sub-account.
System ManagementThis menu section allows access to various system management functions including layout and formatting, setting up and maintaining users, and Database Parameters.
Trust Accounts Activity barThe Trust Accounts Activity bar is located on the left-hand side of the screen. The Activity bar is designed to expand and collapse in a cascading manner for each activity group.
Trust Accounts Menu barThe Trust Accounts Menu bar is located at the top of the screen.
Trust Accounts ToolbarThe Trust Accounts Toolbar is located directly below the Menu bar.

Twinfield

RemindingWithin the Sales Ledger module you have the functionality to run statements and reminder letters for overdue invoices.
ArticlesProduct/service item lines which can be preset with the nominal code net, VAT and gross amount.
Pay & Collect Word templatesFunctionality to collect Direct Debits from your customer and run supplier/suggested payment run. Microsoft Word templates can be customised for the sending of remittance advice.
Bank accountsSetup of bank accounts which can be linked to a Bacs type for Pay & Collection runs .  Bank receipts and cheque payments can be associated to the relevant bank accounts.
Allocation rulesBank statement rules can be saved against, nominal codes, customer and suppliers. Rules can be set when processing supplier/customer transactions via the data entry screen.
Online fillingSetup of MTD gateway for filing VAT returns/group returns. Rights/permissions can be set to control which users can file a return.
Fixed assetsCreate and manage asset classes, asset types, and group, deprecation of assets by period(s)/year.
Financial professionalsThis area contains the advance bookkeeping functionality such as Year end, Dimensions, Matching etc.
ReportingTwinfield has over 52 reports across all modules.

Workflow

WorkflowWorkflow is a task tracking and automation tool built into CCH Central.
Workflow homepageA combined action and reporting homepage control which reflects the status of running workflows.
Workflow panelA panel which displays the relevant workflow within a CCH module. Most often used in Personal Tax, but also shows in Corporation Tax, jobs, and (rarely) Accounts Production. 
Workflow statusEvery workflow has a status: active, completed, cancelled, terminated.
This is visible as a filter in the workflow homepage control. 
Workflow catalogueA set of 12 workflow designs built into CCH Central which can be used “out of the box”. There are explanatory web pages for each of these in UserDocs.
Identifiable as the names of these workflows all start with “_CCH”. 
Workflow tasksA task step from a workflow. This can be signed off, or re-assigned to another user.
Use icons/ Show due dates/ Show employeeDifferent view options in the workflow homepage control.

 

Other useful areas

  • Welcome Pack – Resources for all new purchases from Wolters Kluwer. You'll find information about registering for our support portal and getting in touch with professional services, to billing and the renewals process. Start your Customer Journey.
  • Professional Services – Information about our supporting materials for our training and consultancy, data and technical services.
  • Hardware Specification - System Requirement specifications and recommended requirements for both Standalone and Multi-user are detailed here
  • Customer Onboarding Glossary - Terminology explained that is used by Wolters Kluwer (Professional Services).

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Release Schedule 2026
The document provides information about joining groups for updates on Wolters Kluwer software releases, particularly in the Tax and Accounting sector. It details scheduled releases for various software, including CCH Central, CCH OneClick, and CCH iFirm, along with specific dates and software functionalities. Key upcoming versions include CCH Central 2026.3 and several CCH iFirm releases throughout Q3/Q4 of 2026, focusing on enhancements and bug fixes across their suite of services. Users are encouraged to provide feedback through the relevant groups.
Northern User Group (NUG) Officers
The document outlines the key positions within the Northern User Group, including roles such as Chair Person, Secretary, and various sub-group chairs (CCH Accounting, CCH Trust Accounts, and CCH Central). It provides contact information for the Group Chairman, Stephen Leonard, including his email and phone number for inquiries.
How to Join the Northern User Group (NUG)
The CCH Northern User Group offers a 2025 subscription for £445, allowing unlimited delegate attendance at meetings. Founded in 1985, the group has undergone several name changes but remains independent of CCH. It now consists of various product sub-groups related to tax, accounting, and practice management. Members find the membership benefits exceed costs compared to traditional seminars. Potential members are encouraged to contact the Group Chairman for inquiries or to apply. Members can also engage in discussions and updates through a Support Portal group.
Scottish User Group (SCUG) Meetings
The Scottish User Group (ScUG) fosters collaboration among Wolters Kluwer customers, providing a platform for firms to share knowledge and best practices. Established in 2001, it currently includes about 50 members from 26 firms across Scotland. Meetings, held biannually, feature product updates from Wolters Kluwer and discussions on pertinent topics like tax legislation and operational efficiency. Members are encouraged to participate actively and suggest agenda topics. The next meeting is scheduled for March 19, 2026, at the Apex Dunblane Hydro Hotel. Interested individuals can contact Anne Melville for membership details.
How to Join the Scottish User Group (SCUG)
The Scottish User Group (SUG) offers Wolters Kluwer customers a platform for networking, learning, and influence. Members gain direct access to experts, share best practices, engage in topical discussions, and can customize their participation. The group fosters a supportive peer network focused on practical applications rather than sales. New members are welcome, and interested firms can contact the Secretary, Anne Melville, for more information. Additionally, members can join the SUG group on the Support Portal for updates and interactions within the community.