I printed a job status report for a large job, and the Total cost incurred is actually the dollar amount of the vendor invoices that we entered in Payables "to be paid", not necessarily those that have been paid to date. Isn't Job cost incurred actually a dollar amount that has been paid?

I've used this program for so long and only now did I realize the importance of the difference. We are holding invoices due to manufacturer defects and it's important to see the amount actually incurred, vs what is due.

Thanks in advance, Karen

Hi, Karen,

Total Costs Incurred reflects the total costs 'incurred' as in 'charged to' the job. Not costs paid.

If you are concerned that some costs are not showing, you need to check your Revenue/Expense method for the job. You may need to run Maintenance | Recognize Revenue & Expenses.

If you are concerned because you are in dispute with a vendor and don't want the costs incurred to include the costs for this manufacturer, you can enter a credit note into Payables and the CN will flow over to JobCost and reduce the total costs incurred for the job.