Hi there, bostrav59.

I can share some insights into why you need to log into the Intuit account.

Having an Intuit account is the new security protocol required by company owners. If you're logging into the file with a shared Admin user credential, QuickBooks will prompt you again in 7 days to log into the account.

If you're the admin, you can save the Intuit account Primary Admin credentials. However, you'll still be required to log back in every 180 days. 

Here's a blog you can browse to learn more about the function: Intuit account – Why now for QuickBooks Desktop?

I'm also adding these articles to additional information about the use of your Intuit account.

• Set up and use Intuit account user management in QuickBooks Desktop
• Create or open a company file using your Intuit account ID.

Stay in touch with me if there's anything else you need about logging into the Intuit account. I'm always right here whenever you have follow-up questions about it.