Yes, you can manually enter your payroll transactions in QuickBooks Online (QBO) without subscribing to QBO Payroll, Michelle. However, this approach comes with significant responsibilities and limitations.
Since QuickBooks Payroll is a separate service designed for payroll processing, you won't have access to automated payroll features or the Run payroll process to calculate and record payroll for you. Instead, you'll need to use Journal Entries to track the financial impact of your payroll. You can refer to this article for the detailed steps: Manually enter payroll.
Please be aware that this approach may lead to increased manual work, a higher risk of errors, and the responsibility of ensuring tax compliance and reporting. Thus, it’s essential to consult with your accountant before proceeding to avoid potential complications, particularly with tax calculations.
Feel free to reach out if you need further assistance with managing your payroll or have any other concerns.
