Bank Reconciliation

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Take Control of Your Financials with top-notch Bank Reconciliation Solutions.

For companies with a high volume of regular transactions, bank reconciliation is critical in maintaining accuracy and regulatory compliance. However, the process is highly manual and labor-intensive.

Bank reconciliation solutions can be a game-changer for these corporations, providing numerous benefits. It will help you streamline the bank reconciliation process, reduces errors, and enhances efficiency.

It will also allow in-house teams to focus on core business operations while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Outsourcing bank reconciliation is a strategic decision that can lead to significant cost savings, improved accuracy, and enhanced financial control for large corporations.

500+

Bank Reconciliation Per Month

400+

Journal Entries Per Month

100%

Accuracy

10 Day

Average Exception Resolution

The Challenge:

A multi-state, multi-country corporation was dealing with thousands of transactions monthly. They were having challenges with:

  • Franchisees in multiple states and countries
  • Global bank accounts
  • Errors in documenting transactions
  • Volume of monthly transactions
  • 6-month backlog and missed deadlines
  • Matching the general ledger with bank data

Our Solution:

The client took full advantage of our bank reconciliations solutions, and our team was able to dive in and deliver the following:

  • Established a standard process for bank reconciliation and journal entries. Set up a dedicated quality control team to monitor the process.
  • Daily reports to the client on bank reconciliation and the journal entry status. Regular training programs for team members.
  • Recorded training videos and performed peer reviews of bank reconciliation techniques.
  • Daily, weekly, or monthly bank book, expenses, and income journal entry posting in accounting software.
  • SOC 2 Type 1 Audit.

The Results:

  • Facilitated faster identification of errors through timely reconciliations.
  • Cleared the entire previous backlog of work.
  • Delivered documentation confirming reconciliation was completed correctly.
  • The team continues to manage the bank reconciliations and delivers 100% accuracy monthly.

FAQs 

Don’t let inaccurate financial records or bank discrepancies hinder your business’s success. Stay on top of your financials, prevent errors and fraud, and ensure financial accuracy with the help of a bank reconciliation service.

Bank reconciliation is a critical process for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the health of your business. However, it can be time-consuming, complex, and prone to errors. Bank reconciliation solutions eliminates the stress, so you can focus on growing your business with peace of mind.

Why is bank reconciliation important for businesses?

Bank reconciliation is important for businesses because it helps ensure the accuracy of their financial records. It helps identify any errors or discrepancies, such as missing or mismatched transactions, duplicate entries, or bank fees, which can impact the financial health and reporting of the company. Bank reconciliation also helps detect fraudulent activities, such as unauthorized transactions or bank errors and allows for timely corrective actions.

How often should bank reconciliation be performed?

Bank reconciliation should be performed regularly, ideally monthly or at the end of each accounting period. This helps ensure that any discrepancies are identified and resolved promptly and that the company’s financial records are accurate and up to date.

What are the typical steps involved in a bank reconciliation?

The typical steps involved in bank reconciliation include:

  • Comparing the bank statement with the company’s internal records, such as the general ledger and cash book.
  • Identifying and documenting any discrepancies, such as missing or mismatched transactions.
  • Investigating the cause of the discrepancies may involve reviewing transaction details, bank fees, and other relevant information.
  • Adjusting the company’s records to reflect the correct balances and transactions.
  • Preparing a bank reconciliation statement that summarizes the differences between the bank statement and the company’s records.
What are some common reasons for discrepancies in a bank reconciliation?

Discrepancies in bank reconciliation can occur due to various reasons, including timing differences between when transactions are recorded in the company’s accounting system and when they are reflected in the bank statement, bank errors, recording errors by the company, outstanding checks or deposits, bank fees, and interest earned or charged.