Is there a way to do retroactive paystubs without "paying" since those were done via etransfer

Hi rearea,

Thanks for reaching out in the QuickBooks Community with your question. QuickBooks Online has a robust Payroll module. It needs to have the transaction to be processed to create a paystub. I can give you a suggestion on how to resolve your issue.

For the payroll module to have a paystub made, you'll need to create the paycheque. When you create a paycheque, it needs to include an entry from the bank. You can Create a Journal Entry to account for the etransfer. So basically, you will create an entry the opposite of the etransfer entry. For your T4s to have the correct amounts at the end of the year, the payroll amounts must go through the module. I want to see you get the most out of your payroll program, and being able to use your forms at the end of the year saves you a lot of time. Time that you could be spending doing something you love.

I'll be here if you have any other questions. Have a fantastic weekend!