Spectrum Construction Accounting Training Class

Class Dates:

September 9, 2025 - 9:00am - September 12, 2025 - 5:00pm

Price

$2,500.00

Class Location:

Web-Based Training

Description
Additional Information

Four days of in-depth Spectrum Construction Management training!

Register by Tuesday, August 26, 2025 to receive your course manual and allow time for CDP to help you prepare a Spectrum environment for class.

This is a web-based class.

Who should attend?

This comprehensive hands-on class is designed for new users looking to master Spectrum accounting basics.

Training Topics

Spectrum Configuration (2 Days)

Installation and Setup

Security & System Administration
General Ledger (G/L) Installation & Setup
Cash Management (C/M) Installation & Setup
Accounts Payable (A/P) Installation & Setup
Accounts Receivables (A/R) Installation & Setup
Job Cost (J/C) Installation & Setup
Payroll (P/R) Installation & Setup

Security & System Administration

Spectrum Overview
Browser Setup
Security: Functions & Operators
Dashboards & Profiles
Creating a New Company
Contact Management
Global Tables
Spectrum Data Exchange (SDX)

Payroll (P/R) Installation & Setup

Overview P/R Module Features
P/R Installation Screen
Tax Tables
Payroll Departments
Workers’ Compensation Codes
Deductions & Add-on Codes
Union/Wages Codes – ( Robert’s Adlib Certified Payroll –Prevailing Wages)
Hours Banks Codes
EEO Classification (Optional)
EEO Race Classification (Optional)
Pay cycle Calendar (Optional)
Employee Setup

General Ledger (G/L) Installation & Setup

Overview of G/L Module Features
G/L Structure (Divisions & Departments)
G/L Installation Screen
Account Setup
SDX G/L Account Import

Cash Management (C/M) Installation & Setup

Overview C/M Module Features
C/M Installation Screen
Account Setup

Accounts Payable (A/P) Installation & Setup

Overview of A/P Module Features
A/P Installation Screen
Use Tax code Setup (Sales Tax Copy)
Document Tracking Codes
Invoice Approval Routing
Vendor User-Defined Fields (Optional)
Subcontract Vendor Notes Topics (Optional)
Vendor Setup

Accounts Receivables (A/R) Installation & Setup

Overview of A/R Module Features
A/R Installation Screen
Sales Tax Codes
Term Codes
Sales Person Codes (Optional)

Job Cost (J/C) Installation & Setup

Overview of J/C Module Features
J/C Installation Screen
Cost Types
Tax Classification
Phase Categories
Job Setup
Phase Setup
Contracts
Contract Setup
Subcontract Setup
Quick Setup

Spectrum Core Data Entry for Implementers (2 Days)

Data Processing

General Ledger (G/L) Data Processing
Accounts Payable (A/P) Data Processing
Payroll (P/R) Data Processing
Job Cost (J/C) Data Processing
Accounts Receivable (A/R) Data Processing
Cash Management (C/M) Data Processing

General Ledger (G/L) Data Processing

Journal Entries
Recurring Journal Entries
General Ledger Inquiries & Reports

Accounts Payable (A/P) Data Processing

Vendor Invoices / Credit Memos
Pre-Paid Invoices / Instant Checks / Credit Cards
Reversing A/P Transactions
Subcontract Billing
Payment Processing
Manual Checks
Voiding Checks
Accounts Payable Inquiries & Reports
Quantities transaction processing (Optional topics)

Payroll (P/R) Data Processing

Pre-Time Card Entry
Payment Processing
Layoff Checks
Replacement Checks
Payroll Inquiries & Reports

Job Cost (J/C) Data Processing

Job Cost Transactions
Projected Cost
Job Cost Inquiries & Reports

Accounts Receivable (A/R) Data Processing

Customer Invoices / Credit Memos
Draw Requests
Change Requests/Change Orders
Cash Receipts
Accounts Receivable Inquires & Reports

Cash Management (C/M) Data Processing

Wire Transfer (Inter and External)
Direct Checks
Bank Reconciliation
Cash Management Inquiries & Reports

This instructor-led class offers hands-on training for Viewpoint Spectrum Construction Accounting.

Reviews for
Spectrum Construction Accounting Training Class

What Our Students Say

"Matt is a great instructor, which was key to making this training enjoyable. In addition to his technical knowledge, he is skilled at knowing how to keep the group moving cohesively."

Sara M.

"Matthew is a great instructor and he is easy to follow! He does well in taking note of his audience and moves with the pace of the expertise in the room. Software classes are rarely enjoyable, yet his passion on the topic and willingness to help was displayed each day. He also stayed true to the time allotted and that was greatly appreciated."

Tracy A.

Training Information and Policies

Registering 6 or more students? Contact us for group rates where you can save up to 50%!

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Class dates are subject to change or cancellation.
A minimum of four students is required to hold classes.
Two weeks prior to class, CDP will confirm the minimum number of students requirement has been met and send a final confirmation. If the minimum number of students is not met, the class is subject to cancellation with the registered students being provided the option to attend class in a future month or transfer to a date at another CDP location.
Each class can hold a maximum of ten students.
Please call to reconfirm dates and availability.
Classes begin at 9:00 am and end at approximately 4:30 pm, unless otherwise noted.
Casual attire is recommended.
Training manuals and materials are provided.
Call to inquire about group or on-site classes.

Payment & Cancellation Policy - Live Training Classes

To confirm your registration, payment must be received two (2) weeks prior to training. Class cancellations and reschedules are subject to the following terms:

10+ days notice of cancellation = 100% refund
5-9 days notice of cancellation = 50% refund
0-4 days notice of cancellation = no refund
10+ days notice of reschedule = 100% toward next class if rescheduled within 3 months of original date
5-9 days notice of reschedule = 50% toward next class if rescheduled within 3 months of original date

Access is based on each named user
Payment is required before access is provided
Self-paced courseware is available 24/7
Online training access is good for 60 days
All materials required are online
Limited content is available for download
For 10 or more students discounts may be available - contact us for details

Payment & Cancellation Policy - Web-Based Training Classes

Registration and access is provided upon payment.

Cancellation after order is submitted but prior to access to training modules provided = 90% refund
Cancellation after access to training modules provided and after payment processing = No refund

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About CDP

We understand your business because we have worked in your industry. The real world experience of our expert staff allows us to implement solutions tailored to the unique needs of your company.

Our extensive experience since 1981 fulfilling the needs of Project-Centric organizations, has shown the one certainty is: “All Customers Are Not The Same”. Your needs are different, because of your industry, expertise, people and processes. CDP works with you to address both long-term and short-term business objectives.