Bank Reconciliation

Hello, I'm just confused on the details: - I have statement from Vendor date - I have Check issued date - I have Check posted date I know it ultimately doesn't matter just so long as there is a money (paper) trail however which date do you use when reconciling? I would think the statement cleared date would be the best however I also find this date not changable while reconciling, am I placing too much thought into this? Thank you for your time.
  •  Hi Bimmer,

    Your cheque date would remain the same in the reconciliation, however the transaction would remain as outstanding until cleared. When it does clear the bank you can then clear the outstanding transaction by checking it in the list of transactions regardless of its date.