@jako You should be filling out Schedule C for self employment income. You could add a Misc Expense for the difference. Did they say why the 1099NEC is too much? Did they reimburse you for something you bought? You would need to use or upgrade to the Self Employed version or Premium version.
Where to enter business expenses
https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/entering-importing/help/where-do-i-enter-my-self-employment-busine...
FYI- If you are getting a 1099NEC you do not have an employer. That is self employment/independent contractor income. When you are self employed you are in business for yourself and the person or company that pays you is your customer or client.
