Can a supplier invoice date be added, instead of payment date as sometimes an invoice isn't paid in the same month it is raised - therefore the vat claim is wrong month?

I have the same question, could you please let me know what the answer is. Thank you

I'd be glad to show you, SG216.

Since the VAT will reflect upon creating the bill, let's modify the date in the bill payment and use the bill date. Here's how:

1. List the bill date.
2. Go to + New menu and then select Pay bills.
3. Select the transaction you'd like to pay.
4. On the Payment date field, add the bill date.
5. Enter the other necessary details to complete the transaction.
6. Once done, click on Save and close.

For more details about tracking bills and recording payments, please see this article: Record Business Expense.

If you plan to bill your customers in the future, I'd recommend checking out this article for the detailed steps: Enter Billable Expenses.

Please keep us posted if you need additional assistance managing your expense transactions in QuickBooks Online. We want to make sure your record is accurate.