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General Ledger (GL): Definition, Significance, Implementation

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Welcome to our latest blog post, where we embark on a deep dive into the intricacies of the General Ledger (GL) — the bedrock of any business's financial system. We will start with the basics: What exactly is a General Ledger, and why is it paramount to your business's financial health?

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The difference between bank balance and book balance

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What is the Bank Balance? The bank balance is the balance reported by the bank on a firm’s bank account at the end of the month. The book balance is the in-house general ledger record of the same account. What is the Book Balance?

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Reconciling item definition

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Some reconciling items may require adjustment to the records of the recording entity, such as an uncashed check fee that has been imposed by the entity's bank. These are fees charged by an entity’s bank, such as check processing fees, that have not yet been recorded by the firm in its accounting records.

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A Clean and Simple Bookkeeping Client Folder Template

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It makes your work as a bookkeeper easier , more accurate, and more efficient, leading to greater satisfaction for you and your clients. This guide provides you with a straightforward client folder template that many bookkeepers use to operate more accurately and efficiently.

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The difference between an unadjusted and adjusted trial balance

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Related Courses Accountants’ Guidebook Bookkeeper Education Bundle Bookkeeping Guidebook What is an Unadjusted Trial Balance? The unadjusted trial balance is the listing of general ledger account balances at the end of a reporting period , before any adjusting entries are made to the balances to create financial statements.

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Top Remote Accountants for Hire | April 25, 2024

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NetSuite vs Quickbooks in 2024

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Many small businesses need help managing their finances because bookkeeping is manual. These software solutions can save you time and money by automating many bookkeeping tasks. These software solutions can save you time and money by automating many bookkeeping tasks.