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November 28, 2024
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How to correctly add corporate income tax payment to the list of accounts?

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How to correctly add corporate income tax payment to the list of accounts?

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    November 28, 2024

    We can create an expense transaction so this can be recorded and added to the correct account, Andre. 

     

    Before adding a transaction, please ensure there's an account for the specified entry in the Chart of Accounts and a payment account for your transaction. Afterward, create an Expense transaction to record this payment.

     

    However, it's best to consult your accountant when creating an account and selecting the correct payment account for recording your transaction. This ensures the proper recording and accuracy of your financial records. 

     

    If you haven't created an account yet, kindly follow step 1 and 2 then proceeds to step 2 to create your entry:

     

    Step 1: Create an account from the Chart of accounts. 

    You can skip this step if you already have a category account for your tax payments. 

    1. Go to the Transactions menu, choose the Chart of accounts option, then click New.
    2. Select the correct account from the Account type dropdown.
    3. Hit the Detail type and choose the appropriate option. 
    4. Fill out the Account name field.
    5. You can also fill out the other details within the New account window.
    6. Click Save.

     

    Step 2: Create an account for your payment transactions. 

    You can skip this step if you already have an existing account.

     

    1. Go to +New then choose Expense
    2. Click +Add New. 
    3. From the Account Type dropdown, choose from the given option. 
    4. Select the correct Detail Type from the dropdown. 
    5. Fill out the Name field. 
    6. You can fill out the other details in the Account dropdown. 
    7. Click Save and Close

     

     Step 3: Proceed with creating an Expense transaction.

     

    1. Go to the +New then choose Expense
    2. Select who did you pay from the Payee dropdown.
    3. Choose the account you've created from the Payment account dropdown.
    4. Select what tax category does your tax payment fits in the Category dropdown.
    5. Fill out the Amount column.
    6. Hit the Tax dropdown, then choose according to your preference. 
    7. You can also adjust the Amounts are dropdown, then choose Exclusive, Inclusive, or Out of scope of Tax.
    8. Once done, hit Save and Close

     

    I'll leave these articles to help you create an account in the Chart of Accounts, as well as learn more about account types: 

     

     

    Please let me know if you have other questions regarding adding your tax payments in QuickBooks Online, Andre. I'll be around to help you further.