Mastering Job Tracking in ABSS/MYOB: Follow Every Project’s Profitability

Mastering Job Tracking in ABSS/MYOB: Follow Every Project’s Profitability

Keeping tabs on the profitability of individual projects, cost centres, or departments can feel like a juggling act unless you leverage Job Tracking in ABSS/MYOB. By assigning a Job Code  to every income and expense line, you can instantly see how each project is performing without creating separate ledgers.

Why Job Tracking Matters

• Project‑Level Profit & Loss – View revenue, direct costs, overheads, and net margin for each job.

• Informed Decisions – Identify which jobs deserve more resources—and which need a rethink.

• Budget vs. Actual – Compare real‑time spending against budgeted figures to catch overruns early.

• Simplified Reporting – No messy spreadsheets; one click generates detailed Job P&L and Budget Analysis reports.

Typical Use‑Cases

Job Tracking Scenario	Examples
Client projects	Website build, renovation contract, marketing campaign
Internal cost centres	R&D department, events team, regional office
Product lines	Premium vs. economy product ranges

Setting Up Job Tracking in ABSS/MYOB

Follow the official ABSS workflow:

1. Create a Job Code• Lists > Jobs > New.• Enter a Job Number (e.g., “M‑001”) and Job Name (e.g., “MBS Project”).• Tick Header Job if you need sub‑jobs underneath.

2. Set a Budget (Optional)• List> Jobs >Budgets.• Enter expected income and expense figures .

3. Allocate Transactions• On every invoice, bill, spend/receive money, or journal entry, fill the Job column next to each line.

4. Track Progress• Reports > Accounts > Job Profit & Loss for actual results.• Reports > Accounts > Job Budget Analysis to compare budget vs. actual.

Pro Tips

• Use Header & Detail Jobs – Group multiple sub‑projects under one parent job for rolled‑up reporting.

• Combine with Categories – Use Categories for company‑wide divisions (e.g., Singapore vs. Malaysia) and Jobs for granular projects.

• Lock Completed Jobs – Mark finished jobs as Inactive to keep job lists tidy and prevent accidental postings.

Real‑World Impact

“After switching on Job Tracking, we discovered our training workshops were 12% more profitable than installation projects. That insight changed how we allocate staff hours.” — Finance Manager, Tech Solutions Ltd.

Ready to See Which Projects Really Pay?

Job Tracking is built into every ABSS/MYOB licence—no add‑ons required. Set up your first Job Code today, run a Job P&L report, and watch your decision‑making sharpen.

Need help with configuration or best‑practice workflows? Contact our team for a quick walkthrough and custom template pack.

Measure what matters—one project at a time!