Thank you for following up and sharing the details, TomE2022.
I agree with @Pete_Mc, the statement date is filled automatically in QuickBooks. Make sure to change the statement date to May 31st since it needs to match your bank statement.
Just to make sure we're not missing anything, I'll show you the detailed steps on how to start reconciling an account in QuickBooks Desktop.
Here's how:
- Go to the Banking menu, then choose Reconcile.
- Pick the bank or credit card account you want to reconcile in the Account field.
- Select the Statement Date (May 31, 2022).
- QuickBooks also automatically enters the Beginning Balance. It uses the ending balance from your last reconciliation to get this number.
- Enter the Ending Balance based on your bank statement.
- Enter the Service Charge and Interest Earned based on your bank statement. Don't enter charges you've already entered in QuickBooks.
- Review the fields. If the info is correct, select Continue or OK.
Once you're done reviewing the details and checked the option Hide transactions after the statement's end date, it should now exclude the new transactions for your reconciliation. Here's an article for more information: Reconcile an account in QuickBooks Desktop.
I'm adding this link in case you'll need to fix issues when you're reconciling in QuickBooks Desktop.
I'm always here if you need further assistance with your bank reconciliation. Take care and have a great day!
