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Dimensions - Total (report)

The Dimensions - Total report shows calculated general ledger (G/L) balance totals for the dimension levels you specify for a given period.

You specify dimension levels by selecting an analysis view configured with dimension codes, and then creating a hierarchy of dimension groups by arranging them under one another.

You can select an Analysis View with a column layout that includes budget figures. This view shows general ledger actuals vs. budgets for each dimension level.

You can also select an Analysis View with a cash flow account source. This view shows cash flow actuals vs. forecasts for each dimension level.

Use cases

Analyze your general ledger with dimension totals by building groups of dimensions for combinations of dimension values, and calculate a general ledger balance total for each segment.

Financial analysts can use the report to:

  • Analyze financial performance by reviewing the general ledger balance totals for different dimensions, such as department, project, or location.
  • Identify areas to save cost or generate revenue, and make recommendations for improving financial performance.
  • Use the report data to prepare financial reports for stakeholders such as investors or executives.

Financial accountants can use the report to:

  • Use the report data to prepare financial statements, such as income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
  • Verify the accuracy of the financial data by ensuring that the general ledger balance totals for different dimensions are correct and balance.
  • Identify discrepancies or errors in financial data and investigate them.

Financial controllers can use the report to:

  • Monitor the financial health of the business by reviewing the general ledger balance totals for different dimensions, such as department, project, or location.
  • Identify areas to save cost or generate revenue, and make recommendations for improving financial performance.
  • Use the report data to prepare financial reports for internal and external stakeholders such as board members or regulatory agencies.

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