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heather138
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Help Needed: How to Record Multiple Payments for a Single Supplier Invoice in QuickBooks?

Hi everyone,

 

I’m trying to figure out the best way to record three separate payments made to a supplier for a single invoice in QuickBooks. Each payment was made on different dates, but they’re all meant to settle one invoice.

 

Here’s what I’ve done so far:

 

- Located the payments in my banking records.

- Verified the amounts match the supplier’s invoice.

Now, I need help with these steps:

 

1. How do I correctly apply these payments to the same invoice in QuickBooks?

2. Should I create a separate payment transaction for each installment, or is there a more efficient way to record this?

I want to ensure my books are accurate and that the invoice shows as fully paid once all payments are applied. Any advice or step-by-step guidance would be greatly appreciated!

 

Thanks in advance!

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RCV
QuickBooks Team
QuickBooks Team

Help Needed: How to Record Multiple Payments for a Single Supplier Invoice in QuickBooks?

Welcome to the Community, Heather138. We've got you covered on how to record multiple payments for a single supplier invoice in QuickBooks Online (QBO).

 

To record multiple payments made to a single supplier invoice in QuickBooks Online, we can create first a supplier invoice (bill). Here's how:

 

  1. Go to the + New button.
  2. Select Bill.
  3. Fill in the supplier’s information, the bill date, terms, and the details of the bill, including the amount due.
  4. Press Save and close.

 

Once done, we can record the first payment  by following the steps below:

 

  1. Go to the + New button.
  2. Select Pay Bills.
  3. Choose the payment account (e.g., Bank Account, Credit Card) from which the payment is made.
  4. Find and select the bill associated with the supplier.
  5. Enter the amount of the first payment in the Payment Amount field.
  6. Enter the date of the first payment.
  7. Choose the payment method (e.g., Check, Credit Card).
  8. Press Save and close.

 

Then, follow the same steps to record the second and third payments. For the steps and details, you can check out this article: Enter and manage bills and bill payments in QuickBooks Online. This process ensures that each payment is recorded against the original bill, thereby reducing the outstanding balance with each payment until the bill is fully paid.

 

To ensure that the entire payment process has been recorded correctly, we can perform the following steps:

 

  1. Go to Expenses on the left menu.
  2. Click on Vendors.
  3. Find the supplier and click on the supplier's name.
  4. Review the transaction history for the bill to confirm all partial payments have been applied correctly.

 

Following these steps will allow you to effectively record multiple payments against a single supplier invoice in the program. 

 

Moreover, you can refer to these helpful references in case you need  help with working with your suppliers in QBO:

 

 

Please feel free to reach out to us if you require any additional assistance when recording transactions and paying suppliers or any QuickBooks-related concerns. We are available at all times to provide the support you need, Heather138.

heather138
Level 1

Help Needed: How to Record Multiple Payments for a Single Supplier Invoice in QuickBooks?

Thank you for the clear steps!

 

Following your guide, I successfully created a supplier bill, recorded multiple payments using "Pay Bills," and verified the transaction history under the supplier's profile to ensure accurate application.

 

The linked article on managing bills and payments was very helpful, and I’ll refer to the additional resources for reviewing balances and supplier reports. Learn more about Golden Corral prices now

 

Appreciate your support—I'll reach out if I need further help!

MAnneJ
QuickBooks Team

Help Needed: How to Record Multiple Payments for a Single Supplier Invoice in QuickBooks?

You're welcome, @heather138.  

 

We're pleased to hear that my colleague was able to help and provide the steps for recording multiple payments for a single supplier invoice in QuickBooks Online (QBO). 

 

We're committed to providing you with the best possible customer service experience. 

 

This thread is always open if you need further help with QBO. We're here to assist you. Have a great day! 

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