build-my-chart-of-accounts

Generate a startup chart of accounts from entity type, accounting method, revenue model, and bank accounts.

2|Updated May 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/akiotanaka847/qaio-desktop --skill build-my-chart-of-accounts
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Skill: build-my-chart-of-accounts
Source: https://github.com/akiotanaka847/qaio-desktop/tree/main/store/agents/bookkeeping/.agents/skills/build-my-chart-of-accounts
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/akiotanaka847/qaio-desktop --skill build-my-chart-of-accounts

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It helps startups create a correct, opinionated chart of accounts that matches their entity type, accounting method, revenue model, and bank setup—without silently breaking historical categorizations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Startup-optimized structure: Produces assets, liabilities, equity, revenue, cogs, and operating expense categories with practical startup breakouts like R&D, Sales & Marketing, and General & Admin.
  • Accounting-method aware: Shapes lines for cash vs. accrual workflows (including deferred revenue and accrued PTO as appropriate).
  • Revision-safe code changes: Supports in-place revisions that preserve every unchanged code so historical categorizations don’t reroute.
  • Bank-account reconciliation mapping: Generates one cash sub-line per registered bank account for cleaner reconciliation mapping.
  • Practical integration options: Can optionally read existing chart details from accounting tools and billing context from Stripe to improve the first draft.

Quick Start

Use build-my-chart-of-accounts to draft your startup’s chart of accounts by answering the questions about your entity type, cash vs. accrual, bank accounts, revenue model, and (optionally) stock-comp posture.

Frequently Asked Questions about build-my-chart-of-accounts

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a chart of accounts for a startup?

You create a startup chart of accounts by answering questions about your entity type, cash vs. accrual method, bank accounts, and revenue model to generate tailored asset, liability, equity, revenue, and expense categories with practical startup breakouts.

How do I revise an existing chart of accounts without breaking historical transactions?

Revising an existing chart of accounts without breaking historical transactions requires a revision-safe approach that preserves every unchanged code, preventing silent transaction rerouting while reading and validating your current ledger context.

What's the best way to set up a chart of accounts for deferred revenue and accrued PTO?

The best way to set up a chart of accounts for deferred revenue and accrued PTO is to use an accounting-method aware generator that shapes specific liability lines for accrual workflows as appropriate for your startup.

Can I map multiple bank accounts to a chart of accounts for reconciliation?

Yes, you can map multiple bank accounts for reconciliation by generating one cash sub-line per registered bank account within your chart of accounts, producing cleaner reconciliation mapping and organized cash tracking.

Does a chart of accounts generator work with Stripe billing context?

Yes, a chart of accounts generator can optionally read existing chart details and billing context from Stripe to improve the first draft, tailoring revenue lines and configurations to your actual billing setup.

Do I need cash or accrual accounting for my startup chart of accounts?

You need to specify either cash or accrual accounting because your chart of accounts is accounting-method aware, shaping lines for deferred revenue and accrued PTO as appropriate for your chosen method.