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mikefalev
February 3, 2020
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How can I delete a Contractor?

  • February 3, 2020
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Best answer by MichelleBh

Thank you for posting here in the Community, @mikefalev.

 

To delete a worker from the contractor's list, you'll need to make it inactive in QuickBooks Online. I'd be glad to walk you through the steps. 

 

Here's how:

  1. On the left pane, click Expenses.
  2. Click the Workers tab.
  3. Select the contractor you need to delete/inactive.
  4. On the top right, click the small drop-down arrow, then hit Make as inactive. 

 

You can use this article for detailed steps on how to delete contractors: Add, edit, and inactivate contractors.

 

For future reference on how to set up Direct Deposit (DD) and other related topics, please visit this article: Contractor direct deposit. Paying your contractor via DD makes your work faster and more efficient way of paying them instead of cash or check. 

 

Please leave a comment below if you have any follow-up questions by clicking the Reply button. I'm always here to help. Have a wonderful day.

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MichelleBh
MichelleBhAnswer
February 3, 2020

Thank you for posting here in the Community, @mikefalev.

 

To delete a worker from the contractor's list, you'll need to make it inactive in QuickBooks Online. I'd be glad to walk you through the steps. 

 

Here's how:

  1. On the left pane, click Expenses.
  2. Click the Workers tab.
  3. Select the contractor you need to delete/inactive.
  4. On the top right, click the small drop-down arrow, then hit Make as inactive. 

 

You can use this article for detailed steps on how to delete contractors: Add, edit, and inactivate contractors.

 

For future reference on how to set up Direct Deposit (DD) and other related topics, please visit this article: Contractor direct deposit. Paying your contractor via DD makes your work faster and more efficient way of paying them instead of cash or check. 

 

Please leave a comment below if you have any follow-up questions by clicking the Reply button. I'm always here to help. Have a wonderful day.

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    DanetteSC
    May 22, 2020

    I am trying to turn on DD for an existing contractor.  I have input their bank information.  However, under documents is says waiting on W-9 but there is not an option to resend to get the W-9.  

     

    Thanks in advance for your help!

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    Ryan_M
    May 22, 2020

    Hi @DanetteSC,

     

    I'll lend you a hand and take care of this query for you. 

     

    Based on what's mentioned above, you're done with the first step, which is to create a profile for your contractor. Before you proceed further, ensure that your payroll service is set for direct deposit. 

     

    Once done, follow the steps below to create direct deposit payments for a contractor:

     

    1. Go to the Workers tab.
    2. Hit the Contractors tab.
    3. Next to the contractor's name, tap the drop-down menu, and choose Pay with direct deposit. 
    4. Type in the amount.
    5. Select the expense account that you want to track the paychecks in QuickBooks Online. 
    6. When done, press Save & Send. 

    In case you have other questions with the direct deposit setup process, see this article: Set up and manage your direct deposit for contractors. Click the QuickBooks Online Payroll link to view the complete steps. 

     

    I'd also suggest checking out this article: How to check your direct deposit setup status. Go to the Check the status of your direct deposit section, and see the steps under QuickBooks Online Payroll.

     

    I'll be around should you need further assistance. Post a comment below, and I'll get back to you. 

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    adolfo11
    February 3, 2021

    Hello and thanks for the help,

     

    I have an inactive contractor that i cannot remove from the list of the "Review your contractors' info" page. I can't move forward even because the inactive contractor is there. The contractor was an error so it's not needed. Can you please help? Here is a screen shot:

     

    Tori B
    Tori B
    February 3, 2021

    Good evening, @adolfo11. 

     

    Thanks for reaching out to the Community for support. I appreciate that you took the time to include a screenshot. It's very helpful in finding a solution for your concern. I'm happy to help you sort this out. 

     

    From looking at your screenshot, it looks like you're on the 1099s screen. If that's correct, does this contractor have any transactions connected to them? You'll need to ensure that the contractor doesn't have any transactions associated with them. If they have any transaction connected to them, you would still be required to send them a 1099 even if this contractor was inactive. 

     

    To check for transactions, use the steps I've included below.

     

    1. Open the Contractors menu. 
    2. Under the Active dropdown, choose Inactive. 
    3. Select the contractor, then the Payments tab to see if the transactions. 

    That's all there is to it. Please let me know if your contractor has any transactions. 

     

    I'll be sure to keep an eye out for your reply. Let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Feel free to reach out to the Community at any time. Take care! 

     

     

     

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    jimcee
    January 30, 2023

    I also wish to delete a contractor so that I can add it manually from scratch (since the email link expired and there's no way to resend). Deleting is very different from making it inactive. Is not possible to delete entirely? Please request that feature, if not.

     

    Thanks,

     

    -JIm

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