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hdilnot
Aug 12, 2021 2:10 PM UTC
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Import Journal Entries with VAT

Hi all,

 

Is it possible to either:

a) import journal entries with VAT accounted for or

b) reclassify multiple transactions from journal entries to account for the VAT?

 

Thanks,

Hayley

Archie_BAnswer
Aug 12, 2021 5:32 PM UTC

Hi there, hdilnot.

 

I agree with what my colleague mentioned above, you'd be able to import those journal entries, but you won't be able to reclassify them for the VAT control accounts. What this means is that you can import the journal entry itself but you would have to add the VAT after import.

 

You can manually enter those journal entries in QuickBooks to add the VAT code.

 

I've also added this article for more information about importing journal entries in QuickBooks Online.

 

Let me know if you still have other questions about it. I'll be in touch. Have a wonderful week!

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Ashleigh1
Aug 12, 2021 2:58 PM UTC

Hello Hdilnot, 

 

Welcome to the Community page, 

 

You can import the journal entries into Quickbooks but you would not be able to reclassify anything that is in the VAT control accounts. 

hdilnotAuthor
Aug 12, 2021 2:59 PM UTC

I can't see an option to include the VAT element when importing the journals?

Archie_BAnswer
Aug 12, 2021 5:32 PM UTC

Hi there, hdilnot.

 

I agree with what my colleague mentioned above, you'd be able to import those journal entries, but you won't be able to reclassify them for the VAT control accounts. What this means is that you can import the journal entry itself but you would have to add the VAT after import.

 

You can manually enter those journal entries in QuickBooks to add the VAT code.

 

I've also added this article for more information about importing journal entries in QuickBooks Online.

 

Let me know if you still have other questions about it. I'll be in touch. Have a wonderful week!

GBou
May 21, 2025 3:18 PM UTC

why hasn't this been improved so that the VAT codes can be included in a journal import? it can be done with invoices, why not journals?

JamesDuanT
May 21, 2025 5:12 PM UTC

VAT is applied to nearly all goods and services in the UK and EU. Consequently, invoices utilise items to ensure accurate tracking of taxes, GBou.

 

Meanwhile, journals directly impact the accounts on your register. Thus, the VAT must be calculated manually, for which we recommend consulting your accountant. They are knowledgeable about the best and most accurate methods for tracking taxes.

 

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When you're done setting up and tracking VAT, we can already record payments or make adjustments.

 

Keep us posted with your ideas or if you need additional assistance in managing your VAT.

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