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Join nowMy client has negative numbers on their Balance sheet in these areas.....
Assets
Clearing Account - Negative Number
Other Current Assets
Undeposited Funds – Cash and Checks – Negative Number
Payroll Asset – Negative Number
Liabilities
Accounts Payable – Negative Number
Equity
Retained Earnings – Negative Number
Net Income – Negative Number
How can I fix these?
You came into the right place for help, BuckheadBookkeeper.
The negative numbers showing on the accounts indicate that there is a credit balance that made the company paid more than the expected amount. This can be fixed by creating a Journal Entry to credit the accounts affected. This way, the balance will be zeroed out.
Before doing so, I recommend reaching out to your accountant so they can guide you on which accounts to choose.
Here's how to create a journal entry:
I've got a visual guide on Understanding the Balance Sheet: Asset, Liability,; and Equity. This contains helpful information about managing the balance sheets in QBO.
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I want to make sure that you're able to get back to running your business as soon as possible. I'll be back around shortly.
Hi, BuckheadBookkee
Hope you’re doing great. I wanted to see how everything is going about the negative numbers on the Balance Sheet. Was it resolved? Do you need any additional help or clarification? If you do, just let me know. I’d be happy to help you at any time.
Looking forward to your reply. Have a pleasant day ahead!
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