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dpic44
Level 4

Track landed cost with different shipping and supplier vendors, when not tracking inventory in QBO

Hi all,

 

I have a client that tracks inventory outside of QuickBooks.  When they order inventory in QBO they do not know the shipping costs until later, and that is billed from the shipping company and not the supplier. 

 

My question is how do I link the two to keep track of the landed cost?  They want to know what their landed cost is before they quote pricing to a client.  I enabled projects for them, but that is on the client side.  And that doesn't happen until later.

 

Thank you for your help!

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AnaRose_Q
QuickBooks Team

Track landed cost with different shipping and supplier vendors, when not tracking inventory in QBO

Let me guide you about track landed costs with different shipping and supplier vendors, dpic44. I'm always here to support you in any way I can.

 

I suggest creating an expense account for the inventory and landed cost. Here's how:

 

1. On the left panel, select + New button and create a Bill.
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2. Under Vendor dropdown section, choose the account and f
rom the Category details, choose the account created for inventory and landed cost.

3.. Enter an amount for the inventory and zero for the landed cost since you are not yet sure of the exact amount.

4. Select, Save and close.
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5. Then, you can update once the amount for landed cost is already shipped.

 

As an alternative, you have the option to create a journal entry using the same account. However, I highly suggest seeking help from your accountant for more precise guidance.

 

Moreover, check out this link if you want to promote samples: Write off inventory items given as promotional samples in QuickBooks Online.

 

Just keep me posted for further guidance on tracking inventory cost, don't hesitate to get back on this thread. Stay safe.

dpic44
Level 4

Track landed cost with different shipping and supplier vendors, when not tracking inventory in QBO

Thank you!  I'll see if it will work for them.

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