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shermizzle
Feb 21, 2020 5:21 PM UTC
Question

Can I put payroll under a division?

Hi, we have a few different divisions set up to segregate out different business lines.  Only one of the divisions have payroll, but the payroll entries generated do not have a division associated.  Because of this, when I run statements by division, the payroll isn't included and I have to do a JE to move it from 'non specified' to the appropriate division.   I have seen a number of posts about applying a class, but not division.  

 

Given the explanations for class vs division, it seems that it would be pretty normal to have payroll under divisions, so I am guessing I am missing something here.  help!

 

thanks!

12 replies

Candice C
Candice C
Feb 21, 2020 7:17 PM UTC

Hey there, @shermizzle.

 

Location tracking is made to categorize data from different offices, regions, departments, locations, and outlets of the same company. (Tracking sales, purchases, and profitability by locations) Note: This could be one of the reasons why the payroll entries are not automatically associated with those divisions. Class tracking is used to track your transactions by departments, product lines, or other segments in your business.

 

Note: These features are only available in QuickBooks Online Plus and Advanced.

 

I'd also recommend reaching out to your accountant to see what option would be best for your unique business.

 

Let me know if this information helps you. If you have any other questions, please feel free to ask. I want to make sure your concerns are addressed. Have a wonderful weekend!

shermizzleAuthor
Feb 21, 2020 10:11 PM UTC

Hi Candice,

 

This doesn't answer my question, and I AM the accountant.   I don't have a question as to whether to use class vs location.  We are well past that stage.  Perhaps my question wasn't clear.

 

We use Location Tracking (named 'division').  We want to track the sales, purchases, and profitability of a department.  Per your response, Location would accomplish this.  Part of tracking profitability would be to include both income and expenses.  Payroll is an expense.  How do I include the Location on payroll?

 

thanks

    JoesemM
    JoesemM
    Feb 21, 2020 11:32 PM UTC

    Thanks for getting back to us, @shermizzle.

     

    At this time, the location tracking to be included in payroll is not yet associated with QuickBooks only the Class tracking.

     

    Having the option to include location tracking in payroll is a great idea to add to our program.

     

    Rest assured that I'll send your suggestion directly to our Product Engineers. They are implementing new features based on the functionality that works best for most users. 

     

    You can visit our QuickBooks Blog to know the recent updates that our product engineers are working on.

     

    If you have other questions while working in QuickBooks, please comment below. I'm here to help. Take good care.

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