Tracking purchases is essential for managing your business finances effectively. By importing QuickBooks Purchase data directly into Excel, you can create custom reports, analyze spending patterns, and share insights with your team.
TLDR
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Step 1:
Install Coefficient from the Office Add-ins store
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Step 2:
Connect your QuickBooks account to Excel
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Step 3:
Select Objects and choose Purchase from the available options
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Step 4:
Import your Purchase data and set up auto-refresh to keep it updated
Step-by-Step Guide to Import QuickBooks Purchase Data into Excel
Step 1: Install Coefficient and Connect to QuickBooks
- Open Excel and navigate to the Insert tab
- Click on “Get Add-ins” in the ribbon
- Search for “Coefficient” in the Office Add-ins store
- Click “Add” to install Coefficient to your Excel workbook
- Once installed, click on the Coefficient icon in your Excel ribbon
- In the Coefficient sidebar, click “Import Data”
- Select “QuickBooks” from the list of available connectors
- Follow the authentication prompts to connect your QuickBooks account

Step 2: Import Purchase Data from QuickBooks
- In the Coefficient sidebar, select “Import from Objects & Fields”
- Browse through the available objects and select “Purchase”
- Choose the specific fields you want to import (e.g., Purchase ID, Date, Vendor, Amount, etc.)
- Apply any filters if needed to narrow down your data
- Click “Import” to bring your Purchase data into Excel

Step 3: Set Up Auto-Refresh for Your Purchase Data
- With your imported data selected, click on “Refresh” in the Coefficient sidebar
- Select “Schedule Refresh” to set up automatic updates
- Choose your preferred refresh frequency (hourly, daily, weekly)
- Optionally, set up email or Slack notifications for when data changes
- Click “Save” to activate your auto-refresh schedule

Available QuickBooks Data in Coefficient
Coefficient allows you to import both Reports and Objects from QuickBooks. Here’s what’s available:
Reports
- Balance Sheet
- Cash Flow
- Profit And Loss
- Transaction List
- A/R Aging Summary
- General Ledger
- A/P Aging Detail
- A/P Aging Summary
- A/R Aging Detail
Objects
- Account
- Invoice
- Customer
- Payment
- Bill
- Purchase
- Class
- Vendor
- Bill Payment
- Purchase Order
- Journal Entry
- Sales Receipt
Frequently Asked Questions
Take Control of Your QuickBooks Purchase Data
Importing your QuickBooks Purchase data into Excel with Coefficient gives you powerful analysis capabilities while ensuring your data stays up-to-date. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can create custom reports that provide deeper insights into your business spending.
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