Catch-up and clean-up
Preparing incomplete records for catch-up and clean-up
Historical organization, balance investigation, and reconciliation can prepare incomplete records for ongoing work; scope becomes clearer once available records are laid out.
A catch-up or clean-up project starts by defining the affected periods, available statements, unreconciled accounts, and unexplained balances. That inventory helps SWA determine the investigation, reconciliation, documentation, and handoff work that belongs in the scope.
Make the incomplete work visible
Lay out the affected periods, available statements, transaction records, uncategorized items, unusual balances, and prior reconciliation status. Keep confidential files out of the public form while the records and questions are summarized for scoping.
Separate foundation work from ongoing work
Historical organization and balance investigation can precede a recurring rhythm when the records require it. Responsibilities and completion criteria for both the foundation work and ongoing support are confirmed before paid work begins.
Preparation checklist
- Gather the historical statements and records that are available.
- Note unexplained balances, uncategorized transactions, or unreconciled accounts.
- Write down the period that needs to be brought current before ongoing work begins.
What is confirmed before work begins
- Affected periods and accounts
- Available and missing records
- Known unusual balances
- Completion criteria and transition to ongoing support
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