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marlo13
August 7, 2019
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VAT refund not posted

  • August 7, 2019
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Hi, I'm new to QBO. I submitted my last VAT return using MTD. I have received a refund. How do I post it? When I go to Taxes, the VAT shows as paid (green tick next to it) but it doesn't allow me to post the refund onto my bank account. If I go to filed returns, there is nothing on that list. As I said, I submitted the return using MTD, it went through OK. I'm not sure of what to do now. Thanks in advance.
Best answer by GeorgiaC

Hey marlo13,  

 

Thanks for your post and welcome to the community.

 

Returns which are filed with a negative balance of VAT DUE (i.e. refund) are automatically marked as paid on the system - to record the refund click on the drop-down on the action column against the filing and 'Record refund'. Select the bank account, date, and amount received then save - this will the match to the payment in for-review if you have the bank connected.

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GeorgiaCAnswer
August 7, 2019

Hey marlo13,  

 

Thanks for your post and welcome to the community.

 

Returns which are filed with a negative balance of VAT DUE (i.e. refund) are automatically marked as paid on the system - to record the refund click on the drop-down on the action column against the filing and 'Record refund'. Select the bank account, date, and amount received then save - this will the match to the payment in for-review if you have the bank connected.

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marlo13Author
August 7, 2019
Thank you GeorgiaC! So simple when you know how:) Thanks again.
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bill3103
December 20, 2024

Does a journal also need to be posted to reduce the 'expense' by the amount of refund to avoid the overhead being overstated??

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CharleneMaeF
December 20, 2024

Hi, bill3103! I'm here to ensure your VAT refund is recorded accurately.

 

Beforehand, I'd like to know some details to help me provide the necessary steps to sort this out. How do you want the refund to show in your books? Do you want it as an income for the business or not? This way, we can ensure your Profit and Loss is correct.

 

I'll keep an eye on your response. Please don't hesitate to get back on this thread.

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bill3103
December 20, 2024

Hi Charlene

The refund relates to input VAT paid and reclaimed on consumables. I'd to reduce my cost of sales consumables by the refunded amount to ensure that my P&L correctly accounts for the (net) cost of consumables. I presume this would be done by posting a Journal but woyld like to know what Dr/Cr entries would be required. Thanks

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