Kintera, Inc. — Kintera FundWare

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From the Oct. 2007 Review of NFP Accounting Systems

For over 30 years, FundWare has provided nonprofit organizations, schools and government entities with a quality accounting and financial solution. Kintera Inc. has increased FundWare’s visibility, ensuring its place as a major player in this crowded field.

EASE OF USE/FLEXIBILITY – 5 Stars
FundWare’s main user interface consists of a standard drop-down menu that provides access to various system functions. Installed modules are listed on the left side of the screen, expanding in ‘Explorer’ fashion once an option is chosen. Program navigation is easy, with data-entry screens arranged logically and lookup capability found throughout all of the modules.

The account builder feature lets users create numerous account number structures. Users can choose the data-entry method they are most comfortable with — utilizing a mouse, using the keypad or a combination of both. All modules have a customizable dashboard that displays activities found within that module, along with task reminders and reports available within each module. Data entry is boosted by “smart” boxes, which retain prior entry data and will fill in boxes accordingly. Drilldown capability is excellent, with the ability to access originating transaction detail from all screens.

MODULES/SCALABILITY – 5 Stars
FundWare offers the following modules: GL, AP, AR, Advanced Financial Reporting, Allocation Management. Bank Reconciliation, Project/Grant, Cash Receipts, Budget Preparation, Fixed Assets, FundWare Connect, Payroll, Report Manager, Web Reporter, Advanced Security, Electronic Time-sheets, F9 Financial Report Writer, Advanced Printer Control, and Advanced Security.

Industry-specific solutions are also offered for a variety of entities including Educational Facilities, Faith-Based Organizations, Government, Healthcare, Human & Social Services, and Foundations. Available add-ons include Spectrum Human Resources Software and Verian Procurement Software. Kintera also offers additional products that are designed to work in conjunction with FundWare.

FEATURES/FUNCTIONALITY – 5 Stars
Using the Dashboard feature, FundWare can be completely customized for each system user. Excellent audit trail functionality allows management to view system information, including all data entered, changes and deletions, the date processed, and the system user. FundWare can easily handle all types of allocations, including indirect cost, percentage, flexible, and multi-step. Investment revenue can be automatically distributed to shares, funds, or donors as determined by formulas that you create. The Project/Grant module tracks all recorded projects and grants along with any organizational investments. The Budget Preparation module allows multiple budget periods, including multiple fiscal years. Budget controls in the AP module will alert you if budgeted amounts are exceeded. The AP module also allows you to expense multiple funds and costing centers from one invoice. The Cash Receipts module can be used as a stand-alone module or integrated with FundWare’s AR module for processing outstanding receivables. AP, AR and Cash Receipts transactions can be posted individually or in large groups using the batch system.

REPORTING – 5 Stars
FundWare comes with more than 60 pre-defined financial reports. The Report Manager module offers report templates that will allow for the creation of additional customized reports (including columnar reports) to suit your organization’s needs. The Advanced Financial Reporting module provides in-depth column and row definition. Reports can be produced in multiple formats, including Rich Text, Comma Delimited/*.CSV or Unformatted Text.