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Denali Fund

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Last updated March 13th, 2026

# Page 2 - Reviews of Denali Fund

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GP

Glory P.  
Payroll Officer  
Financial Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Denali Review"

February 24, 2023

5.0

Ease and comfort

Pros

The ease of use. Have dealt with Denali for many years.

Cons

Expensive for calling to get service or support.

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PB

Pam B.  
Ex director  
Individual & Family Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Done"

March 10, 2023

4.0

Positive

Pros

Continuity of product is helpful to avoid delays

Cons

Updates create slow down and relearning

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JB

Jay B.  
Treasurer  
Government Administration  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Government"

February 27, 2023

5.0

Very positive

Pros

it is a strong fund accounting software and easy to use and learn

Cons

The budget process is a little cumbersome but I don't use it very often

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MF

Mary F.  
Controller  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Pro vs. Denali"

December 6, 2016

3.0

We have been customers for about 15 years. The transition to Denali was very unacceptable. The Denali software was more of a beta version that was rolled out. The software had way too many glitches that needed to be "worked around" as opposed to resolved. Even though we are "comfortable" with using Denali, there are still new errors that take a while for the patches to be released on. Customer service has always been accommodating and the staff is great.

Cons

Not web-based. Only one person to do customized reports. Patches take too long to roll out.

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MP

Mary P.  
Manager  
Government Administration  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Support is Wonderful"

December 11, 2018

5.0

Reporting is always a big problem. With Denali FUND we are able to export into files that import easily into Excel and then we can produce reports that make sense for our municipality.

Pros

The support has been fantastic. From implementation to ongoing use, all we have to do is call for help. We almost always get an answer within an hour.

Cons

Payroll setup felt cumbersome but in the long run, the setup was worth it. We now get reports with each payroll that split taxes between departments.

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KPB

Kermic P B.  
President  
Accounting  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Very pleased with functions"

October 10, 2019

5.0

None

Pros

It fits any business - I have had over 25 installation - all different industries and Cougar works

Cons

Very few complaints Accounts Receivable module should post in summary like it does in Bank Rec

Reason for choosing Denali Fund

No experience with Fund Accounting

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WJ

Wendy J.  
business Manager  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "The staff are very helpful."

June 7, 2017

5.0

Pros

I like that it intrgrates with the other modules or that you can use each module individually. I am interested in how the payment process will work with our desk top in the sales module.

Cons

It is a bit more costly then our other software was I do not like that I cannot take a debit payment and have it integrate directly with Denali. We use Moneris and I do not know what we could use that would do that.

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MP

Marie P.  
Office Manager  
Retail  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great Customer Service, efficent software program"

October 10, 2018

4.0

Pros

Customer service is always friendly and knowledgeable. Denali offers many options to add on based on your needs as a business.

Cons

Not a big fan of the general ledger function

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GR

Georgina R.  
Finance and Budget Director  
Government Administration  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Review of Denali"

December 6, 2016

4.0

Denali is a good software. The transition from another software to Denali was smooth. I believe the software could improve in few ways. the first thing we noticed is that to back up our organization increased from 5 minutes to 20-25 minutes. My Staff backs up our organization twice a day. this process cuts our productivity by an hour each day.

Pros

it is easy to use.

Cons

the backup process is too long.

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AJ

Amanda J.  
Inventory Manager  
Warehousing  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Cougar Mountain Inventory"

December 16, 2016

5.0

The customer support system is wonderful; however, some of the features such as the copy inventory to multi-location feature have been giving me a real problem.. Especially when I'm adding new items into multiple locations.

Pros

Its easy to use.

Cons

I wish that I could pull inventory reports by date specific, also the copy new inventory gives me some trouble

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MR

Monica R.  
Executive Director  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Multi fiscal year woes"

December 6, 2016

3.0

Year-end closing capabilities for the multi-fiscal year set up is frustrating. Other fund software has a way to close the organizational year and have matching balances on the income statement and retained earnings revenue and expense reports. Why can't Denali?

Pros

Lots of features

Cons

Can't close out organization year without affecting fund calendars

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AW

Angie W.  
Fiscal Officer  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Denali Review"

December 9, 2016

5.0

Denali Fund Software is relatively easy to use. A good value for the money. Customer Service has always been helpful.

Pros

Most of the software is easy to use. Has some good report options. I like the ability to copy accounts and funds.

Cons

I do not like the posting process. I do not like that errors cannot be corrected after posting. I would like to see a better GL option. The GL audit report is hard to read - needs a better format.

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LS

Lezah S.  
Business Manager  
Education Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Denali Fund Accounting is accurate"

October 10, 2018

5.0

Denali Fund Accounting is very accurate. I rarely have a software issue. I have been using this product over 20 years. I have used other Fund accounting programs and have come back to Denali. It is straight forward and easy to use. It does not have tons of bells and whistles, but it is reliable and accurate. The program works. I use GL, AP, BR and Payroll modules. They integrate well together. You can have custom reports built for your specific use. I like their CD service for upgrades.

Pros

It is accurate. Easy to use. I trust the software . My reports are accurate.

Cons

Sometimes you cannot print in a module by using "Ctrl P

Review Source

NH

Natalie H.  
Accountant  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "CMS - Denali"

October 10, 2018

5.0

Pros

The software has functions that protect the company from fraud. It is very detailed and the history is easy to look back.

Cons

The price of tech support for just asking a simple question.

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JJ

John J.  
Owner/Sommelier  
Retail  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Denali POS Review by Wine Rack"

January 23, 2019

5.0

Pros

Integration of POS Sales, INV & Account modules, along with stellar customer support.

Cons

Sales screen (Order Entry) could be easier to read with larger font, & less wasted white space.

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DR

Deb R.  
Fiscal Director  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Compliment"

November 26, 2018

5.0

Pros

Your support team is awesome, so knowledgeable and friendly.

Cons

I would like to be able to customize reports without having to purchase Crystal software, or any other software.

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Kristen K.  
Owner  
  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Using it to get money together to start a non profit for homeless people"

July 5, 2018

4.0

Pros

I like how easy software is to navigate. I thought it would be more complex with all the information it keeps organized.

Cons

I dont particularly like that this software seems to occasionaly overload my computer causing it to crash.

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CE

Cate E.  
Director of Finance  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Director of Finance"

December 16, 2016

4.0

Initial set up training was problematic and the integration between MS Suite and Crystal Reports is lacking. Customer support is very responsive and I like the simple interface over a very functional system. Cloud-based upgrades very professional and speedy.

Pros

Simple interface with lots of functionality.

Cons

Not fully integrated with MS Suite

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Bill E.  
  
  
Used the software for:

### "Denali for church accounting"

December 6, 2016

4.0

I have used Denali for four years and have been pleased with it. Previously we were using a different software but that system does not handle fund accounting well. Denali is a full function fund accounting system that works extremely well for our church accounting needs. Currently, I track 13 separate funds. My only disappointment with Denali is the built-in reports are made for non-profit sales type organizations so I must still use Excel to produce the monthly reports for my various ministries. Other than that, it is a great choice for my needs.

Review Source

DM

DARLENE M.  
CFO  
Civic & Social Organization  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "PROS/CONS"

October 10, 2018

4.0

MORE CAPABILITIES AND USER FRIENDLY

Pros

USER FRIENDLY, AS WELL AS, MORE CAPABILITIES

Cons

SMALL FONT PRINT USED BY CRYSTAL REPORTS

Review Source

CE

Chris E.  
IT Admin  
Retail  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great solution for a small business or a big corporation"

October 10, 2018

5.0

Pros

Easy integration, set up and implementation was a breeeze

Cons

Learning curve from older version, but great support

Review Source

LD

Laurie D.  
Church Business Administrator  
Non-Profit Organization Management  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Church Accounting"

January 6, 2017

4.0

Our overall experience with Denali Fund Accounting has been positive. For the most part, it is straightforward and easy to use. What we really appreciate is the ability to keep funds completely separate and to always know what is in each fund.

Pros

The ability to keep funds completely separated.

Cons

What drew me to the software was the ease of transferring money from one fund to the other. It turned out to not be so easy.

Review Source

LN

Lisa N.  
Legal Assistant  
Law Practice  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Payroll"

January 23, 2019

5.0

Pros

The only thing our firm uses is the payroll program and it is very user friendly.

Cons

There is nothing that I do not like about the software.

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Bill E.  
  
  
Used the software for:

### "Wading through the frustrations of Cougar Mountain's Denali System"

December 9, 2014

3.0

Pros

It is a very good fund accounting system. Keeping many funds in balance is the reason I bought the system, and it does that well once you learn the intricacies of the confusing account structure.

Cons

I was told that you could easily customize reports like P&L, Balance Sheet, etc., but that's not so. The standard reports are not customizable unless you buy Crystal Reports software and can figure out how to use that software. I could not, so I must pay a tech to produce any special reports. You can download to Excel, but that is what I used to do with QuickBooks at 1/10th of the price.

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BB

Brenda B.  
  
  
Used the software for:

### "Great Program"

December 16, 2016

5.0

My job involves processing Payroll and Accounts Payable. I have found the Denali payroll program easy to use, thus allowing me to accomplish my job faster. The time it saves allows me to spend more time on other projects such as our Accounts Payables. The Denali Accounts Payable program has features that I can use and quickly lets me explore vendor files for information/updates. Whenever there is an issue I'm unsure of, or confused with I call the toll free number and I get a return call when it is at my convenience. Overall, the ease of use and the technical help has saved me time to focus on other aspects of my job. Thank you.

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