When entering previous employer contributions do I enter total or per emplyee?

Hi folviksmechanical,

Welcome to the QuickBooks Online family! I'm excited that you'll get to experience the powerful benefits of using QuickBooks Online. 

Having a visual reference of which screen you're entering the info is important in order to ensure the accuracy of information. You're more than welcome to attach a full screenshot below and I'll be happy to help you navigate from there. Otherwise, you can also use an alternative route to enter your contributions. Here's how: 

1. Click on the Gear icon, then Payroll Settings.
2. Navigate to Pay Schedules.
3. Select Add a New Contribution.
4. From the dropdown menu, select Health Insurance, Retirement Plans, Non-cash taxable benefits or Other Deductions.
5. Based on the deduction or contribution, enter the proper information:
   • If you select Other Deductions, enter a description for the deduction for the contribution.
   • If you select Health Insurance or Retirement Plans, enter the provider information.
   • If you select Non cash taxable benefits, choose the benefit type from the sub-menu.
6. Once everything is filled out, select OK.

This article here goes in-depth on how to set up the contributions and I encourage you to check it out. Give this a try and let me know if this info helps. I'll be one message away in case you need anything else.