Bank Reconciliation
Match your books to your bank statement for accuracy.
Starting a Reconciliation
- Go to Chart of Accounts
- Click Reconcile next to your bank account
- Enter:
- Statement Date: End date on your bank statement
- Statement Ending Balance: Balance shown on statement
- Click Start Reconciliation
Matching Transactions
You'll see two lists:
- Deposits/Credits: Money coming in
- Checks/Debits: Money going out
For each transaction on your bank statement:
- Find the matching transaction in BizBooks Pro
- Click to mark it as Cleared
- The "Difference" amount updates in real-time
Tip: Sort by amount to quickly find matching transactions. The amount should match exactly.
Handling Discrepancies
Missing Transactions
If a transaction appears on your statement but not in BizBooks:
- Click Add Transaction
- Enter the missing transaction
- It will be marked as cleared automatically
Wrong Amounts
If amounts don't match:
- Check for typos in your entry
- Edit the transaction if needed
- Or create an adjustment entry
Duplicate Transactions
If you have duplicates, void or delete the extra entry.
Completing Reconciliation
When the Difference shows $0.00:
- Click Finish Reconciliation
- All cleared transactions are locked
- A reconciliation record is saved
Warning: Once reconciled, you shouldn't edit those transactions. If you must, you'll need to undo the reconciliation first.
Tip: Reconcile monthly when you receive your bank statement. This catches errors early and keeps your books accurate.