The i-Finance Payment run BACS files should be read only!
This is important for security, as someone could change the bank information on the file before being uploaded to the bank/BACS provider.
The only indication this has happened is when a supplier chases for payment.
The work around is to download the BACS file (used to pay suppliers) and the i-Finance BACS file and compare the two, to ensure no changes. This doesn't add any value, time consuming and is pointless.
There is no need for the i-finance BACS payment file to be editable. As overrides all the checks made up to that point.
Our school is extremely frustrated by the noticeable lack of progress on feature requests within this portal. Many highly requested enhancements have remained unaddressed for years, despite ongoing demand from users. This prolonged lack of development has led to growing dissatisfaction and concerns about whether customer feedback is being adequately considered in the product roadmap.
If other users share these concerns and would be interested in establishing an independent forum to discuss common issues, priorities, and collective engagement with the provider, please feel free to contact me directly at d.moss@hamptonschool.org.uk.