How are budgeted accounts differentiated from actual accounts in OneStream?

The differentiation of budgeted accounts from actual accounts in OneStream is achieved by utilizing separate account types or dimensions specifically designed to track planned versus actual performance. This approach allows for a clear distinction between budgeted figures, which represent forecasts or plans, and actual figures, which reflect the real financial performance of the organization.

By using separate account types or dimensions, organizations can easily report, analyze, and compare budgeted versus actual performance. This clarity is essential for financial reporting and analysis, as it enables users to identify variances, understand the reasons behind them, and make informed decisions based on accurate data.

In contrast, employing the same account types for both budgets and actuals would lead to confusion and hinder analysis since it would not provide a clear comparative framework. Similarly, using different languages for reports does not influence the structural differentiation of accounts; rather, it pertains to localization and presentation, which is separate from how accounts are categorized. Finally, combining both budgeted and actual figures into a single account for analysis defeats the purpose of tracking performance accurately, as it obscures important insights related to planning and execution.