How do I edit employee wage expense manually?

I've got you covered, @noraknotes. I'll help you move employees' wages manually.

The only way to change the categories for old paychecks is by creating an adjustment entry. I recommend consulting an accountant on what specific accounts to use to record the transaction to ensure the accuracy of your books. To make sure the amounts are accurate, you can run a payroll report for reference.  

Here's how: 

1. Click + New on the left panel.
2. Select Journal Entry.
3. Under the Journal date, enter the paycheck date.
4. Enter the necessary info.
5. Select Save and close.

For future payrolls, you can edit your payroll account preferences. This way, employees' wages are posted to their own expense accounts.

Here's how:

1. Go to the Gear icon, then select Payroll Settings.
2. Go to the Accounting section and click the Pencil icon.
3. Click the Pencil icon next to Wage Expenses.
4. Select the best option that suits your needs and choose the accounts to track your employees' wages.
5. Click Continue, then Done.

I've included some articles for additional information about viewing and editing your current payroll preference:

• Set up Payroll account preferences
• Payroll accounting preferences

Be sure to get back to us if you need more help with setting up your payroll preferences. I'd be glad to help you out. Take care and have a good one.