Electronic payment methods such as NACH (National Automated Clearing House) and ACH (Automated Clearing House) help businesses automate bank payments and reduce dependency on manual processes. Sage 50 supports electronic payment recording, allowing companies to manage vendor payments efficiently while maintaining accurate accounting records. Setting up NACH or ACH payments correctly ensures smooth bank uploads, faster processing, and reliable financial tracking.
What Are NACH and ACH Payments in Sage 50?
NACH and ACH are electronic clearing systems used to process bulk and recurring payments directly through bank networks. These methods are commonly used for vendor payments, subscriptions, loan repayments, and payroll transactions. In Sage 50, NACH or ACH payments are recorded as electronic transactions and exported in a bank-supported file format. The actual fund transfer is completed by uploading the payment file to the bank’s portal.
Your bank account is authorized for electronic transactions
NACH or ACH mandate approval is completed with the bank
Vendor bank details such as account number, IFSC code, or routing number are available
You have proper user permissions in Sage 50 to access payment features
Step 1: Configure the Bank Account
Launch Sage 50 and go to Maintain > Chart of Accounts. Open the bank account you use for payments and ensure the account type is set as Bank. Verify that all bank-related details are correct. This account will be used to record electronic withdrawals made through NACH or ACH.
Step 2: Enter Vendor Bank Information
Next, navigate to Maintain > Vendors/Payees and open the vendor profile. Enter the vendor’s bank details in the designated payment or custom fields. Accurate vendor banking information is critical to avoid payment failures or rejections during bank processing.
Step 3: Create NACH / ACH Payment Entry
Go to Tasks > Payments and select the vendor invoices you want to pay electronically. Choose the configured bank account and select ACH or Electronic as the payment method. Once saved, Sage 50 posts the transaction to the general ledger and marks the invoice as paid, keeping your accounts up to date.
Step 4: Export Payment File for Bank Processing
After recording the payment, export the payment data into a file format required by your bank, such as CSV or TXT. Log in to your bank’s NACH or ACH portal and upload the file to initiate payment processing. Always verify payment totals and vendor details before final submission.
Advantages of Using NACH / ACH Payments in Sage 50
Faster payment processing compared to cheques
Reduced manual effort and paperwork
Improved accuracy and audit trail
Better management of recurring and bulk payments
Important Tips
Always test electronic payments with a small amount before processing large batches. Perform regular bank reconciliations in Sage 50 to ensure that all NACH or ACH payments match bank statements.