How to Create a Journal Entry in QuickBooks Desktop?

Creating a journal entry in QuickBooks desktop doesn’t involve any rocket science. A journal entry is basically, a journal entry is an account transaction, which is posted or entered to the general ledger. Journal entry basically consists of two parts, mainly debit and credit, and it is a rule that the total of both debit and credit should tally.

Today, we will be learning the step by step process to create a journal entry in QuickBooks desktop. Thus, if you are interested, then make sure to read this post carefully till the end. Or the user can also get in touch with technical support team, and the accounting experts will be there to assist in a single call.

 

Steps to make journal entries in QuickBooks desktop

The user can follow the below steps to make journal entries in QuickBooks desktop:

·         The user needs to firstly move to the journal entry feature

o   The user needs to move to the journal entry feature

o   And click on plus icon

o   After that, the user will see the create option in which the option for journal entry would be seen

o   This will redirect you to the window where you will have to fill in the required information

·         And then, enter the date and journal number

·         The user needs to enter the date and journal number, by editing the journal date after the form is opened up on the screen. In case you are recording any entry from any other date, the user needs to ensure that correcting the date before moving ahead.

·         The user will then have to enter the required information

o   Accounts

o   Journal code

o   Debits or credits

o   Description

o   Name

·         After that, select the recurring journal entry schedule

·         Lastly, the user needs to select the finish option to save the transaction

 

To conclude!

By now, you might be well versed with the Steps to Make a Journal Entry in QuickBooks desktop and online. However, in case you are stuck somewhere, or if you need any sort of technical assistance, you can get in touch with QuickBooks desktop support team via our toll-free customer support number 1-800-761-1787.

Our experts and certified accounting professionals will provide you with best possible support services instantly. 

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