Question
Write a brief note on accounting vouchers.

Answer

A voucher is a document which contains details of transactions. Transactions are to be recorded through voucher entries. Tally has a set of predefined vouchers such as Purchase, Sales, Payment, Receipt and Contra.
To view the list of voucher types: Gateway of Tally → Masters Accounts Info → Voucher Type →Display As per the requirements of users, additional voucher type can be created. Following are some of the major accounting vouchers used in an organisation:
  • Receipt Voucher
  • Payment Voucher
  • Contra Voucher
  • Purchase Voucher
  • Sales Voucher
  • Journal Voucher

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