I need to set up compensation types to go to different g/l accounts. I can't find payroll lists that is used in desktop.

I'm here to help you in setting this up, tgrasse.

We can go to your Payroll Settings to set up the compensation types. It will only take a few clicks to do this, let me show you how:

1. Click the Gear icon.
2. Select Payroll Settings.
3. Under the Preferences section, select Accounting.
4. Under Wage Expense Accounts, tick the I use different accounts for different wages radio button.
5. Enter the necessary information.
6. Hit OK.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions, click OK again to complete the process.

I've added an article that will guide you on how to process payroll in QuickBooks Online: Run payroll.

I encourage you to check out this article that will help you in tracking your business's finances: Run payroll reports.

If you any other concerns or payroll-related questions, please tag me in your comments below. I'm always glad to help in any way I can.