Yes, AccountEdge fully supports Canadian sales tax including GST, HST, and all provincial variations. The Canadian version is specifically designed to handle Canada's sales tax requirements.
What AccountEdge Canada Handles
GST (Goods and Services Tax)
HST (Harmonized Sales Tax)
Provincial sales taxes (PST, QST, etc.)
Multiple tax combinations on single transactions
Tax-exempt customers and transactions
Multi-provincial businesses with different tax rates
Tax Setup During QuickBooks Migration
DIY File Cabinet Method
Your existing QuickBooks tax codes and account setup transfer when you import your chart of accounts. Most tax configuration carries over automatically. We highly recommend that you review the set up of your Canadian sales tax code list in AccountEdge after any conversion to make sure your codes are correctly configured.
Canadian Tax Reports Available
AccountEdge provides the reports you need for Canadian tax compliance:
GST/HST return preparation reports
Tax reconciliation and audit trails
Input tax credit calculations
Provincial tax summaries
Getting Help with Tax Setup
Professional help: If your tax setup is complex — multiple provinces, or historical tax data you need brought over — talk to our team before you migrate and we'll help you plan it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I import my QuickBooks tax setup directly? Yes, both migration methods transfer your existing tax configuration to AccountEdge.
Does AccountEdge handle multi-provincial tax scenarios? Yes, you can set up different tax codes for customers in different provinces with varying tax requirements.
Can I file my GST/HST return directly from AccountEdge? AccountEdge generates all the reports you need for filing, but you'll file through the CRA's system or with your accountant as usual.