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September 29, 2025
Question

Payroll check issued with incorrect amount

  • September 29, 2025
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I issued an employee's check with the incorrect amount, $xxx.18 when it should have been$xx.18 - a .2 cents difference. It is entered correctly in Quickbooks, however, it cleared the bank with the incorrect amount. How do I fix/adjust this in Quickbooks so I can reconcile? I have also contacted our accountant to advise of the issue. Any help is appreciated  -- I am running Quickbooks Desktop Pro 2024. Thanks so much!

1 reply

Morgan_B
QuickBooks Team
September 29, 2025

Thanks for joining us here in the Community, Shelz79.

 

I'm happy to provide some info so you're able to resolve the check difference in your QuickBooks Desktop account.

 

Many users have made journal entries to correct differences when faced with similar situations. Journal entries are used to debit one account while crediting another to restore balance. It's always a good idea to speak with your accountant about completing these types of actions in your account, but it sounds like you're already headed in that direction. The following article provides additional info about creating a journal entry in QuickBooks Desktop.

 

Please don't hesitate to drop a comment below if you have any other questions. I'll be here to lend a hand.