The trial balance lists the debit and credit balance of each account.

1. Choose the scope

Open Reports → Trial Balance. Review the date or period, currency, and accounting basis shown.

2. Read account balances

Find the account name and number, then compare its debit and credit columns. Check the totals at the bottom.

Trial Balance shows account balances on the debit and credit sides.
Trial Balance shows account balances on the debit and credit sides.

3. Review unexpected amounts

Use the account or source links to investigate entries. Check the same scope in the General Ledger.

4. Handle a difference

Read any Review and Fix or guided-check explanation. Have your accountant review a persistent difference; do not enter an arbitrary balancing amount.