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Import Bank Statements to Accounting Software

Accounting software wants structured rows. SEA Bank OCR converts bank statement PDFs into CSV or Excel so you can import transactions without rebuilding the statement by hand.

Tool

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Review rows

Export Excel

Match the import columns

Most accounting systems need date, description, amount, debit, credit, and reference fields. Some systems want one signed amount column. Others want debit and credit split.

Export the format your accounting tool expects, then map the columns during import.

Clean references before import

Bank descriptions often include IBG, DuitNow, cheque, merchant, and loan references in one field. A clean export keeps the original description and separates references when the bank layout allows it.

Bridge to Imbangan and client workflows

Use CSV when your accounting workflow already has import templates. Use Excel when a client, reviewer, or accountant needs to approve the rows first.

Checklist

Use this workflow

  1. 01Convert the bank PDF to CSV or Excel.
  2. 02Confirm date format and amount signs.
  3. 03Map columns inside the accounting software.
  4. 04Import a small batch first.
  5. 05Reconcile against the bank balance.

Frequently asked questions

Can I import converted statements into Xero or QuickBooks?
Yes. Export CSV, then map the columns inside Xero, QuickBooks, SQL Accounting, AutoCount, or your chosen system.
Should I use CSV or Excel for imports?
Use CSV for direct imports. Use Excel when you need review, tagging, or cleanup before import.

Create an import-ready statement file

Convert the PDF, download CSV, and map the rows into your accounting software.