Beancount is a plain-text double-entry accounting system. This skill provides expertise for creating, editing, and querying Beancount files.
$ npx skills add https://github.com/ouachitalabs/skills --skill 'Beancount Accounting'Beancount Accounting is a plain-text double-entry accounting system skill that enables users to create, edit, and query Beancount files. This skill provides expertise in managing financial records using Beancount's text-based format, which is suitable for those who prefer ledger-style accounting workflows. The skill supports core accounting operations including file creation, modifications, and data retrieval from Beancount ledgers.
Install the skill using the provided command.
Create Beancount files for accounting purposes
Edit existing Beancount files with new transactions
Query Beancount files to analyze financial data
$ npx skills add https://github.com/ouachitalabs/skills --skill 'Beancount Accounting'git clone https://github.com/ouachitalabs/skillsCopy the install command above and run it in your terminal.
Launch Claude Code, Cursor, or your preferred AI coding agent.
Use the prompt template or examples below to test the skill.
Adapt the skill to your specific use case and workflow.
Act as a Beancount accounting expert. Create a new Beancount ledger file for [COMPANY], add a transaction for [TRANSACTION_DETAILS], and validate the file for errors. Use the following format: ```beancount [BEANCOUNT_LEDGER_CONTENT] ```
# Beancount Ledger for GreenLeaf Organics (2024)
2024-01-15 * "Payment for Organic Fertilizer Supplier"
Expenses:Supplies:Fertilizer $125.00
Assets:Checking $-125.00
; Supplier: EcoGrow Solutions, Invoice #FG-2024-008
2024-01-16 * "Monthly Payroll"
Expenses:Salaries:EmployeeWages $4,200.00
Assets:Checking $-4,200.00
2024-01-17 * "Office Supplies Purchase"
Expenses:Office:Supplies $45.50
Assets:Checking $-45.50
; Vendor: Staples, Receipt #ST-2024-042
2024-01-18 balance Assets:Checking $8,329.50
# Validation Results
✅ File is valid (no errors detected)
✅ Balances match (total debits = total credits)
✅ All transactions are properly formattedThe accounting system that works for you or with you.
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