How do I put an employee on hold on the payroll. The employee has not left just on leave without pay?

Hi, Sharon. Currently, QuickBooks Online does not allow an employee to be marked as inactive. Instead, you can use the Not on payroll status.

Here's how to update an employee’s details:

1. From the Employees List, select the employee’s profile.
2. Click Edit in the Employment details section.
3. Change their status from Active to Not on payroll.
4. (Optional) Check the Show in employee lists only box.
5. Click Save to apply the changes.

Once updated, the employee will not be included in payroll runs for other active employees. You can switch them back to Active when they’re ready to return.

Please let us know if you need further assistance. We’re here to help.