This is flagged as a breach in most jurisdictions, and reconciliation must be corrected immediately.
Steps to resolve:
Check for unpresented cheques or EFTs.
Confirm deposits were entered correctly with correct date and value.
Review journal entries or reversals for unintended edits.
Use the Variance Tool in Law App’s reconciliation screen to isolate the issue.
If the discrepancy is not immediately resolved, Law App allows you to save a draft with notes — but reconciliation cannot be finalised until balanced.
External examiners will look for timing delays, unbalanced reconciliations, and unexplained adjustments. Keep your audit log and reconciliation PDFs in a secure folder for each month.
