Digital Accounting Training to Improve Financial Performance of MSMEs in Medan City

Thomas Sumarsan Goh; Arthur Simanjuntak; Lamria Sagala; Farida Sagala; Mitha C. Ginting; Grace Y. Simanjuntak; Duma Rahel Situmorang; Ivo Maelina Silitonga; Saur Melianna; Erika Erika

doi:10.55927/jpmf.v4i2.15

Authors

Thomas Sumarsan Goh Universitas Methodist
Arthur Simanjuntak Universitas Methodist
Lamria Sagala Universitas Methodist
Farida Sagala Universitas Methodist
Mitha C. Ginting Universitas Methodist
Grace Y. Simanjuntak Universitas Methodist
Duma Rahel Situmorang Universitas Methodist
Ivo Maelina Silitonga Universitas Methodist
Saur Melianna Universitas Methodist
Erika Erika STIE Professional Manajemen Collage

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/jpmf.v4i2.15

Keywords:

Training, Digital Accounting, MSMEs, Financial Performance, Medan City

Abstract

This community service program aims to improve the financial performance of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Medan Petisah District, Medan City through digital accounting training. The implementation methods used were lectures to convey basic accounting concepts for MSMEs, direct practice to operate digital accounting applications, and continuous assistance for 2 months after training. The training activities were carried out in a hybrid manner (online and offline) and were attended by 25 MSME participants, consisting of business owners and finance staff. The results of monitoring and evaluation showed that 80% of participants were able to implement digital financial recording in their businesses with a minimum competency score of 75 out of 100, and there was an increase in recording time efficiency of up to 65% compared to manual methods. The results of this service successfully increased the digital financial literacy of MSME actors, which can support business sustainability and competitiveness in the digital economy era.

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