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SAT2021
April 16, 2023
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How can I clear a Payroll Accrual entry from Pay Bills?

  • April 16, 2023
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We are accrual based, so I entered a Payroll Accrual JE into QBO as instructed; and reversed it on the first day of the next month.  Problem is, the Accrual is now sitting in Pay Bills.  How can I clear it?  

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ChristineJoieR
April 16, 2023

I want to resolve this issue for you, @SAT2021. Let me ask a few questions about the error you're having right now.

 

May I ask what are the steps you take before having this issue? Or how did you record these transactions? One last thing, what are the accounts affected by your journal entry?

 

This way, I can identify the accurate solution and clear the payroll accrual entry.

 

I'll be waiting around the corner, @SAT2021. Don't hesitate to come again in the loop. 

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SAT2021Author
April 16, 2023

We use an outside payroll provider so all Payroll entries are entered manually.

Accrual Journal Entry:

Dr. Wages and Salaries

Dr. ER Payroll Taxes

Cr. Accrued Payroll

Cr. Accrued Payroll Taxes.

JE posted as expected; then created reversing JE.  That all looks good.   However, the accrual entry populated into Pay Bills and I can't get it removed.  

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MariaSoledadG
MariaSoledadG
April 16, 2023

Let's review the entry entered so we'll know how to fix them, SAT2021.

 

One of the most common errors when recording journal entries is when an entry is made in the wrong account. The amount may be correct but it is entered in the wrong place. You'll want to check the account type that you're using. If it is entered as Accounts Payable (AP), you can edit it to change to the correct one or recreate it if you're unable to make any changes to the entry. 

 

The account type you've selected may also affect your accounting so you'll always have to make sure you get this right. Also, if you're using QuickBooks for accounting and another service to run payroll, you'll need to keep track of those paychecks in QuickBooks. I've added this article for more details: Manually Enter Payroll Paychecks In QuickBooks Online. 

 

Otherwise, you can check out with your accountant if you're not sure about this.

 

Furthermore, QuickBooks Online Payroll (QBOP) provides several payroll reports that you can use to view information for your business and employees. Learn from this article for more details: Run Payroll Reports. 

 

Please get back to us if you have any questions about journal entries or paying bills. We're here to make sure we get you covered.

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