Hello there, @Al44.
Canceling a paycheck depends on its type - paper check or direct deposit. Let me share some information on how you can stop it.
If you're using Direct Deposit, you'll need to delete the check before 5 PM, two banking days before the check date. Otherwise, we'll not be able to stop or reverse the transactions from posting to the employee's account.
If you've processed a paper check, you can delete or void it if you've created only a check.
Here's how:
- Go to the Workers menu.
- Select the Employees tab.
- Click the Paycheck list.
- Choose the paycheck you want to delete.
- Hit Void or Delete.
- Select Continue.
- Click Void Paycheck.
You can also follow the recommendations provided by my colleague if the money already hit the employee's bank account.
I've added an article for more insights after sending direct deposit payments: Can I cancel Direct Deposit payments after they're sent?.
I'd also like to share this detailed article that you can scan through about reversing a direct deposit transaction in QuickBooks Online in case you need it on your later transactions: Reverse a direct deposit.
Keep me posted if you have other questions about payroll. I'll keep my notifications open. Stay safe and well!
