How to Convert a Bank Statement PDF to CSV
Step-by-step guide to converting readable bank statement PDFs into CSV files for Excel, bookkeeping, and accounting import prep.
Step-by-Step Guide
Download the original statement PDF
Use the PDF from online banking where possible. Original PDFs usually preserve text, tables, dates, amounts, and running balances better than screenshots.
Upload the statement to the converter
Open the Accounter bank statement converter and upload the complete PDF. If the PDF is scanned, make sure pages are clear, upright, and not cropped.
Review extracted transaction rows
Check dates, descriptions, debit and credit columns, balances, statement period, and page coverage before using the CSV.
Export CSV and keep the original
Download the CSV for Excel or accounting import prep, and keep the original bank PDF for audit support and manual checks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can scanned statements be converted?
Is CSV the same as Excel?
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