Merge accounts

Yes, mixerbob. We'll have to do a mini-reconciliation to correct the zero beginning balance.

When you create a new account in QuickBooks Desktop, you'll have to enter its opening balance. This way, your account matches your real-life bank and credit card records. Modifying cleared transactions can make the balance zero. To fix this, we'll have to recreate the balance, then do a mini-reconciliation.  I'll guide you on how.

Step 1: Create a journal entry using the correct date and amount you want to see in the Begin Reconciliation window.

1. Go to the Company menu, then select Make General Journal Entries.
2. Change the date to the correct statement date of your beginning balance.
3. On the first line, select the appropriate account from the Account drop-down menu.
4. Enter the correct opening balance in the Debit column.
5. On the second line, select Opening Balance Equity.
6. Select Save and close.

Step 2: Do a mini-reconciliation to correct the Beginning Balance in the Begin Reconciliation window.

1. Go to the Banking menu, then select Reconcile.
2. Select the appropriate account from the Account drop-down menu.
3. Enter the statement date and ending balance that matches your Journal Entry.
4. Click Continue.
5. In the Deposits and Other Credits section, select the corresponding Journal Entry.
   Note: The amount shown for the Difference should now be zero.
6. Select Reconcile Now.

Once done, you can get reports for previous reconciliations in QuickBooks. This will give you details that can help you find discrepancies and other issues.

In case you'll need assistance in reconciling your QuickBooks accounts, don't hesitate to get back on this thread. I'm always here to back you up. Keep safe!