Task types
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| System tasks | Auto-generated from transactions and deadlines |
| Manual tasks | Created by you or team members |
| Client requests | Tasks from client messages or document requests |
The task list
Your task list shows:| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| Task | What needs to be done |
| Client | Which client this is for |
| Assigned | Team member responsible |
| Due | When it’s due |
| Priority | High, medium, low |
| Status | To do, in progress, complete |
Filtering tasks
Quick filters
- My tasks — Assigned to you
- Unassigned — No one assigned yet
- Due today — Tasks due today
- Overdue — Past due date
- High priority — Urgent items only
Advanced filters
Filter by:- Client
- Team member
- Task type
- Date range
- Status
Creating tasks
Manual task
- Click New Task
- Enter task description
- Select client
- Set due date (optional)
- Assign team member (optional)
- Set priority
- Click Create
From a transaction
When reviewing transactions, create follow-up tasks:- Click the transaction
- Click Create Task
- The task links back to the transaction
From client communication
When a client requests something:- The request creates a task automatically
- Task links to the original message
- Completing the task notifies the client
Task details
Click a task to see and edit:- Description
- Client link
- Related transactions or documents
- Comments and updates
- Activity history
Adding comments
Add updates to track progress:- Open the task
- Type in the comment field
- @mention team members to notify them
- Click Add Comment
Assigning tasks
Assign to yourself
Click Assign to Me or drag the task to your column in board view.Assign to team member
- Open the task
- Click the assignee field
- Select a team member
- They receive a notification
Reassign
Change the assignee anytime. The new person is notified; the previous person is removed.Task views
List view
Traditional list sorted by due date. Best for daily work.Board view
Kanban-style board with columns:- To do
- In progress
- Waiting on client
- Complete
Calendar view
See tasks on a calendar alongside deadlines.Auto-generated tasks
Pluvel creates tasks automatically for:| Trigger | Task created |
|---|---|
| Uncategorized transactions (30+ days old) | “Categorize transactions for [Client]“ |
| Unreconciled statements (45+ days) | “Reconcile [Account] for [Client]“ |
| Document request sent | ”Follow up on [Document]“ |
| Upcoming deadline (7 days) | “Prepare [Filing] for [Client]” |
Recurring tasks
Create tasks that repeat on a schedule:- Create a task
- Click Make Recurring
- Set frequency (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Set end date (optional)
- Weekly transaction review
- Monthly reconciliation
- Quarterly P&L review
Task templates
Save time with templates for common workflows:- Go to Firm Settings → Task Templates
- Create template with:
- Task name pattern
- Default due date offset
- Default assignee
- Checklist items
View alerts
See issues needing immediate attention.