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Welcome! You’re about to learn how to use GnuCash to manage bookkeeping for your business using a simple, step-by-step workflow.

The Basic Tutorials teach you the GnuCash fundamentals you’ll need to successfully complete this workflow.

Then you will take what you learned in GnuCash Basics and I will show you how to apply it to your specific type of business.

 I’ll show you what to do and explain why you’re doing it, so you can confidently manage your own bookkeeping in GnuCash.

This workflow guide is an educational resource created by Lenora Lee to support handmade entrepreneurs and creative business owners in understanding and organizing their bookkeeping using GnuCash.

The information provided is for general guidance only and is not a substitute for professional accounting, tax, legal, or financial advice.

Every business is unique. Your specific financial situation, tax requirements, and compliance obligations may differ based on your location, business structure, and personal circumstances. While care has been taken to ensure accuracy, I make no guarantees regarding completeness, suitability, or outcomes resulting from the use of this material.

By using this guide, you acknowledge and agree that:

• You are responsible for your own bookkeeping decisions
• You may need to consult a licensed accountant, tax professional, or attorney for personalized guidance
• This resource does not create a client–professional relationship
• No part of this eBook should be interpreted as legal, tax, or financial advice

All examples, workflows, templates, and explanations are provided for educational and informational purposes only.

We are not affiliated with companies or any other Merchant services or online marketplaces mentioned in this guide.

Lenora Lee is not liable for any actions taken or results obtained from applying the concepts in this guide.

GnuCash Beginner Foundations

Module 1 — Getting Started

• Installing GnuCash

• Installing your template

• Understanding the GnuCash interface

• Navigating the main window

Module 2 — Building Your Books

• Understanding the Chart of Accounts

• Creating accounts

• Creating placeholder accounts

• Modifying accounts

• Hiding accounts

• Moving accounts

• Safely deleting accounts

Module 3 — Learning the Register

• Navigating the register

• Toolbar functions

• Simple transactions

• Split transactions

• Double-entry concepts

• Notes

• Receipts/documents

Module 4 — Managing Your Business

• Opening balances

• Owner contributions

• Owner withdrawals

• Income

• Expenses

• Sales tax

Module 5 — Month-End

• Reconciling the checking account

• Reviewing transactions

• Profit & Loss

• Basic financial review