How do you split one payee into multiple payees so you can issue 1099s to each one?

Let me share some information regarding your concern, @blackwallpowerli.

As of the moment, splitting one payee into multiple to issue a 1099 to each one isn't possible in QuickBooks Online. I can see the benefits you'll get if this feature is within our product, so I'd suggest sending a request to our product team so they can take note of this suggestion. To do so, here: 

1. Go to the Gear icon. 
2. Under Profile, select Feedback.
3. Write your suggestion in the field provided.
4. Hit Next to submit it.

I'll leave this article so you can check on what to prepare for this year's payroll: Year-end checklist for QuickBooks Online Payroll.

You can always get back to us by leaving a reply below if you have further concerns regarding splitting payees. We're always ready to assist you.

If that's the case, then how do i issue 1099's to these individuals if I can't do it via quickbooks?

I appreciate you for getting back on this thread, blackwall. I'm here to ensure you can file your 1099s.

You can still create and submit the forms in QuickBooks Online (QBO). Beforehand, it is important to ensure that the appropriate transactions are linked to the correct payees to prevent discrepancies.

To do this, we can manually split each transaction. Since there is only one Payee field in the Split Transaction screen, we can use a clearing account as a workaround to handle the transaction.

If you haven't created the account, please follow these steps:

1. Go to the Gear icon and select Chart of accounts.
   
   
2. Click New.
3. From the Account Type dropdown menu, choose Bank. You may choose any detail type you want for your clearing account.
4. Enter Clearing Account, Barter Account, or Wash Account as the Account Name.
5. Once done, hit Save and Close.
   

    

Once done, create expense transactions for the different payees and use the Clearing Account as your Payment Account. Then, add another transaction. Leave the Payee field blank and enter your business bank in the Payment Account field. On the Category details, select the Clearing Account and enter the total amount for the two expenses you recorded.

For the 1099s, let's ensure that the Track payments for 1099 box are checked in all the vendors' profiles. Following this, perform the step-by-step instructions for preparing and filing the forms: Create and File 1099s with QuickBooks Online.

You can check out this visual reference to ensure the box is ticked.

Please don't hesitate to drop me a reply below if you have additional concerns or inquiries regarding 1099 payments or filing. I'm always ready to help you.

That did work - thank you

Hello there, @blackwallpowerli.

I'm glad to know that the resolution provided by my colleague resolved your issue. If you have any other concerns with your QuickBooks account, don't hesitate to post here in the Community. We are always here to help. Have a great day.

You can also do a Journal Entry to split the payment between all the payees. First make sure you enter all the information for the payees so you can select them in the Journal Entry..