Hey there, @ameenalewis75.
I'd be glad to clarify QuickBooks' way when setting up payroll.
QuickBooks generates the forms and taxes to set up based on the employee’s residence and work locations, that's why in your case, QB is routing you to finish setting up payroll using the state of VA. We want you to follow your tax laws, so the software will ask you for and prompt you to enter the data for each state. Even if the company and the employees are located in different states, some organizations have reciprocity agreements and may require employers to file and pay taxes for each state.
For now, an option to remove the incorrect state is not available. With this, we'll initially have to finish setting up payroll. Just make sure to enter 0 for the rates and dummy account numbers.
Also, you might want to submit feedback to our Product Developers so they can consider adding this option in the future. To do so, please follow the steps below:
- Click the Gear icon in the upper-right corner.
- Select Feedback under Profile.
- Share your feedback.
- Click Next to submit.
You can refer to this link so you can track the status of your request and get the latest updates from our development team: QuickBooks Online Customer Feedback
Here's a link with articles about managing your payroll reports in QuickBooks Online that you can use in the future: Run payroll reports in QuickBooks Online.
Stay in touch if you have other concerns or questions about payroll set-up in QuickBooks. I’ll jump right back in to answer them for you. Have a good one.
