Unfinished bank reconciliation

Yes, you can pause your reconciliation process if you're unable to finish it in one session. When reconciling your account, you can click the Save for later option in the Reconciliation window to save your progress and resume it anytime.

Regarding your query about the Finish now button, this option allows you to force reconcile your account. This enables you to create an adjustment entry to complete the reconciliation process.

As for your follow-up question, you can still edit your past reconciliations. However, please note that these changes can unbalance your accounts and affect other reconciliations. This also impacts the beginning balance of your next reconciliation.

Keep up the great work in managing your finances, @Helen83, and remember, taking it step by step is the best approach. We're here to assist you whenever you need further guidance or clarification. Wishing you smooth reconciliations and continued success with your financial management!

Thank you for your follow-up question, Helen. I'm glad to hear you're diving into your first bank reconciliation in QuickBooks Online (QBO). I'm here to help ensure you have a smooth experience.

Absolutely, any updates you make directly in the bank register such as deleting entries or amending transaction amounts, will indeed be reflected when you resume your reconciliation. This real-time update feature of QBO ensures that you always have an accurate snapshot of your financial data, giving you complete confidence in your reconciliation process.

To add a bit more detail, when you edit your bank register, QBO automatically adjusts your bank reconciliation screen to reflect these changes. This seamless synchronization is designed to save you time and prevent the hassle of redoing any reconciliations. I would also recommend reaching out to your accountant to ensure the accuracy of your books. If you don't have an accountant, you can find one in your area in QuickBooks by accessing the ProAdvisor site.

If you encounter any issues during your first reconciliation, there's no need to worry. You can refer to this future guide to help you: Fix issues the first time you reconcile an account in QuickBooks Online.

Please don't hesitate to tag me if you have more queries. Your journey with QBO should be as straightforward and informative as possible, and we're here to support you every step of the way. You're on the right track, and you're doing great!