This sheet contains the current details of common general questions asked of our Receptionist and Help Desk.  It is regularly updated so as it reflects the current status.

 


Last Update 16/08/2010


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TRIMAR SOFTWARE STATUS FROM July 2009
With the current exception of Cashman, Debtors and Creditors all software referenced in this bulletin, is now written using 32 bit technology (a rewrite is currently in progress). This means that Assetman, Finman, Fringepac, Leaseman,Payman, Shareman and Taxman will all run on any current Windows 32 bit or 64 bit operating system. This includes Microsoft Windows 7 (Vista replacement), released in late October 2009. Cashman products will run under XP emulation in 32 Bit Windows 7. Work is in progress to rewrite Cashman to run under 64 bit Windows 7.

The data for from old releases of our software is 100% compatible with the new versions. No additional training of staff is required to use the new updates as the look and feel of the software has been maintained. With the exception of Payman, which does involve an automatic data conversion, all other programs can operate in parallel with their predecessors, sharing the same data.

The 'Windows 7 Ready' program update is another example of our commitment to protecting your long term investment in our programs and your related data. It means that you will still be able to use our programs when in the future, you acquire a new computer with the current Windows operating system installed. All this costs is your annual low cost subscription to our program update and support service.

PAYMAN FOR 2011 FINANCIAL YEAR
This version (V10.04) has the 2011 tax tables as well as changes to EMPDUPE and Payment Summary reporting requirements to cater for Reportable Superannuation..

If you access a file set up as a Release 8 or older format, then when accessed for the first time, your existing data will be automatically upgraded to the new data structure.


Payman V10.04 can be used for both the 2010 year and the 2011 Year.  It uses the Year Start Date to determine which tax table to use. 

Also in this update is the ability to cater for ":Foreign Employment" Employees. After 1st July, 2010, the EMPDUPE version is ATO Version 10 (not to be confused with PAYMAN version 10). This version of EMPDUPE reports Foreign Employment income as a separate category. There is also a separate Payment Summary for this category.


YEAR END PROCEDURES - At the 30th of June there are certain Year End procedures that must be followed before starting work on the new Financial Year. Firstly check you are using the latest version of the Software (latest version numbers are displayed on our website). Then proceed as follows:-
CASHMAN – within CASHMAN refer to Help/Contents/Year End Instructions
PAYMAN – refer to Help/Help Contents/Year End Instructions (includes Payment Summaries).
DEBTORS/CREDITORS – no year end procedure – change aging date as normal.  SHAREMAN – refer to Help/Help Contents/Search/Year End Instructions.
ASSETMAN – balance forward using New Year option. (for Assetman, these dates can be edited backwards and forwards without effecting the data).
FINMAN, LEASEMAN, TAXMAN - do not require a year end function. However you should check you are using the latest version before continuing.
FRINGEPAC - does not require balance forward, but you should check that you have updated the correct year start date, FBT tax rate and benchmark interest rate for the current year. Vehicle closing odometer readings can be rolled forward if required or manually adjusted at your discretion.

NEW PROGRAM RELEASES

As mentioned above, there have been many significant program enhancements released  this year. Eligible clients (ie clients who are under maintenance) will be  able to download the latest versions of our Windows software products directly from the “Client Services” area of our website.  To do this, you must be registered with us and have obtained the appropriate passwords.  Please e-mail us if you do not know your passwords.

TRIMAR ON WEB TV
Our HOME page now features a link to Broadcastroom.tv. This takes you to a 14 minute interview between David Smith and Roger Brownlee of Trimar. David is well know to the accounting community and has been a long time associate of Trimar Software.


CURRENT SOFTWARE RELEASE DETAILS
LEASEMAN V4.05
o Complete rewrite and compatible with Windows 7 and 64 bit operating systems
o Currently selected printer displayed on all report screens
o New Payment Summary Report

 This version  which  extends the program's capability for Hire Purchase. Before using the HP capability you should do the relevant Familiaristion Exercise (Select HELP/HELP CONTENTS/TUTORIAL HP then File and Print) & follow the step by step instructions. Prior to setting up your own HP registers, ensure that you are aware of the limitations of HP accounting as outlined in section [F] of the tutorial, including the fact that Leaseman only caters for the GST ACCRUAL BASIS (the schedule for the cash basis is handled by our Finman program). The Tutorial also deals with converting existing Registers to use the HP capability. 

 
ASSETMAN V3.04

o Complete rewrite and compatible with Windows 7 and 64 bit operating systems

o Currently selected printer displayed on all report screens
o Displayed Screen reports can be easily resized


FRINGEPAC V3.04

o Complete rewrite and compatible with Windows 7 and 64 bit operating systems
o Selected printer displayed on all report screens
o Displayed Screen reports can be easily resized

o Compliant with current regulations

FINMAN V10.01

o Complete rewrite and compatible with Windows 7 and 64 bit operating systems
o Tax tables for the years started 1st July, 2010
o Ability to save and restore Division 7 calculation details
o New effective interest rate calculation
o
Split variable interest rate loans
o Daily interest schedules if required
o Currently selected printer displayed on all report screens
o Displayed Screen reports can be easily resized

 

TAXMAN V14.02
o Contains the tax tables for 2010 and 2011.
o Complete rewrite and compatible with Windows 7 and 64 bit operating systems
o Currently selected printer displayed on all report screens
o Displayed Screen reports can be easily resized
o Version 14 will be released when we have access to 2010 Taxpack
o Dependent Spouse Rebate
 

SHAREMAN V7.08
o Incorporates the 30th June 2010 market values

o Complete rewrite and compatible with Windows 7 and 64 bit operating systems
o Masterfile address shown on start screen
o Currently selected printer displayed on all report screens

o Displayed Screen reports can be easily resized

o New Consolidation Report added for Dividends and Income across all portfolios


PAYMAN V10.04

o Enable backing up and restoring of all Payman Entities
o Ability to print Payment Summaries and produce EMPDUPE file for Superannuation
    income stream Pensions
o Tax tables for the year started 1st July, 2010
o Complete rewrite and compatible with Windows 7 and 64 bit operating systems
o New Year End (2010) reporting requirements for EMPDUPE file - inclludes addition of
   superannuation amount to payment summaries.
o
Totals only option on Employee Ledger Report
o
Lodgement reference for Child Support
o Ability to Email payslips
o The ability to maintain extensive Employee notes
o Currently selected printer displayed on all report screens
o Displayed Screen reports can be easily resized
o Changes to handle Foreign Tax and non Australian addresses
o Ability to handle "Foreign Income" Employee type
 
CASHMAN 6.05
o Compatible with Windows Vista, but not yet compatible with 64 bit operating systems
   A rewrite is in progress
o Quick PAYG Tax Calculator (salary & wages tax deduction)

 

 

CURRENT PROGRAM VERSIONS
The versions below represent the software release that is currently available from this web site (Client Services).  Access to client services  is  via password. All clients  who have paid maintenance are provided with the current password.

Current Software Versions
Program      Version   Date of Last Update
==========================================
Assetman322    3.04      14/07/2010
Fringepac32    3.04      14/10/2009
Leaseman32     4.05      09/11/2009
Payman32      10.04      30/07/2010
Shareman32     7.08      01/07/2010
Taxman32      14.02      16/08/2010
Finman32      10.01      14/07/2010
Cashman        6.05      04/05/2010
Creditors      6.04      04/05/2010
Debtors        6.04      04/05/2010

PROGRAM     CURRENT MAINTENANCE (2010/2011) 
            SUPPORT SUBSCRIPTION (inc GST) 
============================================
SHAREMAN            $110
LEASEMAN            $110
ASSETMAN            $110
TAXMAN              $150
PAYMAN              $150
CASHMAN             $ 99
DEBTORS             $ 66
CREDITORS           $ 66
FRINGEPAC           $110
FINMAN              $ 99  

Our update policy is to issue email notification of  releases when ever the need dictates. ie a program change is necessary to ensure proper operation of the software or Government legislation changes (eg tax rates). In general, all registered users are encouraged to download updates from the Client Services section of our web site when they note that the version number has changed. We always ensure that updates are not disruptive to normal program operation and if a data restructure is required, it will be automatic and you will always be alerted.

 


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