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Faye2's avatar
Faye2
Member
2 years ago

Aged bank statements - need to convert files from PDF to QIF

I have been unable to locate an offline convertor for PDF to QIF for aged bank statements. Is there specific wording required?

10 Replies

  • Princess_R's avatar
    Princess_R
    MYOB Moderator
    4 months ago

    Hi HICHICH,

     

    Totally hear you, converting PDF statements to QIF is a hassle. You can enable Bank feeds and let MYOB bring your transactions in automatically so you don’t have to download or convert files anymore. And if you'd like more conversion or file format options, pop an idea on our Ideas board so others can vote and our product team can consider it for future updates.

     

    Cheers,

    Princess

  • HICHICH's avatar
    HICHICH
    Member
    4 months ago

    Unless something is done with MYOB enhancing the software to make this easier I may look at another accounting package :(

  • Genreve_S's avatar
    Genreve_S
    MYOB Moderator
    4 months ago

    Hi HICHICH,

     

    I totally get it; those extra steps to convert can be a dealbreaker. If Bankwest doesn’t offer a QIF download, an OFX file will work with the software if they have that format. If neither’s available, conversion is the only option. Here is a link to the "To Import a Bank or Credit Card Statement" in case you need further information regarding the process.

     

    Regards,

    Genreve 

  • Hi agb55 I have just switch my credit card to Bankwest and they dont support qif statement files so I am very stuck ! Had i known it was going to be an issue I would have stayed with WBC. Can you help me?

  • agb55's avatar
    agb55
    Contributing User
    8 months ago

    Hi Faye2​, depending on which bank you are with, they should have the ability to download transactions via a QIF file.  For example in NAB we can export bank transactions to QIF.  I too went down the conversion from PDF to QIF rabbit hole when I was told NAB didn't offer this function and desperately needed bank transactions manually loaded.  I had to find it for myself in internet banking.  If you're with NAB I'm happy to direct further. 

  • Earl_HD's avatar
    Earl_HD
    MYOB Moderator
    2 years ago

    Hi Faye2,

    I would like to check if you're still having this issue? If so, please feel free to post again and one of us will be happy to assist you.

    Regards,
    Earl

  • Earl_HD's avatar
    Earl_HD
    MYOB Moderator
    2 years ago

    Hi Faye2,

    Thanks for reaching out and my apologies for the late response.

    From an AccountRight perspective, importing a bank statement through the system requires an OFX, QFX, QIF, or OFC file format using the Import Statement feature. Notably, the AccountRight browser interface only accommodates the QIF file format.
     

    Most banks support downloading statements in these file formats. However, if you only have a PDF format, a file converter would be necessary. As this falls outside the MYOB product suite, regrettably, we cannot provide support or assistance in this regard. Nonetheless, there are freely available converters online that could be utilized. We strongly advise consulting with an IT professional to ensure the security of any application or site you use for this purpose.
     

    Once you've imported the bank statement file into AccountRight, if you require assistance, feel free to reach out. Additionally, our Help Article titled "Importing a bank statement" serves as a helpful starting point for guidance.

     

    Regards,

    Earl
     

  • Faye2's avatar
    Faye2
    Member
    2 years ago

    Thanks Leneth for your reply.  I am unable to access your first link as it advises denied access.

     

    I actually need a PDF to QIF convertor.  When I have contacted the MYOB help desk I was advised there is software which can convert our statements.  I have not been able to locate one and unfortunately I have had long waits trying to access MYOB technical support via phone so am now trying this platform to seek assistance.

     

    Thankyou again for your assistance

    Regards

    Faye

     

     

  • Hi Faye2
     
    Thanks for your post. I would like to extend to you a warm welcome to the Community Forum. Thank you for bringing your concern to us. 
     
    In a normal case, we would ask to try exporting the transactions to a QIF. However, if that isn't feasible in your case, I recommend reviewing some of these threads as they contain suggestions that might be helpful:
     

     

     

    Feel free to come back to the Community Forum if you have any more questions, we are more than happy to assist. 
     
    If my response has answered your enquiry, please click "Accept as Solution" to assist other users find this information. 
     
    Cheers,   
    Leneth