Small business accounting software resources - index

Also recently launched is our online accounting software, nominated in the 2009 Software Satisfaction Awards, can help both accountants and small businesses.

One great great benefit to accountants is the branding capabilities. You can present to your client a full accounting package in your practice identity - which is great for your customer care. And it can save time and money in your office.

Have a look here to find our more about Arithmo accounts software.

Hi,

We've recently launched a new small business accounting software package - http://www.bionicbooks.com. We have specifically designed the application for small businesses, startups and contractors, particularly to make bookkeeping as easy and painless as possible.

It is still early days but we have had some glowing reviews:

"The definitive choice for the cash-struck entrepreneur." - http://softwarehawker.com/hawkerblog/2008/12/top-5-small-business-accounting-software-you-can-consider/

"Bionic Books is an excellent piece of software with nearly limitless potential in a clean, clear, easy to understand package that's actually appealing! This could be the best Small Business Accounting Package for REAL PEOPLE I've ever tried." - http://getsatisfaction.com/bionicbooks/topics/you_are_going_to_be_big

Find out more about us here

You can also look at the ICAEW Accreditation Scheme - software: which independently evaluates software. Go to www.icaew.com/accredit the information is available to members and non members of the institute.

Craig - do you know ICAEW criteria? Do you think end users care?

Dennis - I think ICAEW accreditation criteria boils down to 2 items, firstly do you have anyone in your own organisation with enough intelligence to correctly tick the list of features you actually support, and secondly, do you have enough cash spare to cough up approx £15k to keep the suits sweet?

At least it keeps a few accountants off the street, much like the British tax system which looks increasingly like a job creation scheme out of a Monty Python sketch.

Alan.

Just reading about Crunch: http://www.accountingweb.co.uk/topic/technology/crunch-chomps-traditiona...

Definitely one to watch and one for the list.

I appreciate this is an old thread but in my search for new software it still seems to be one of the few lists around.

I have been using MYOB for > 10 years and in that time have upgraded 3 or 4 times.  In the UK at least the files will no linger be usable after end 2011. I found it bizarre that MYOB saw fit that my accounts data files had to be 'activated' on an occassional basis but it never occured to me  that having bought a permanant licence for the software they coule (or would) remove activation thus rendering data files read only.  The company that bought their list insists I do not have to upgrade - I beg to differ - I either have to upgrade to their product or change to anotere supplier. As a software vendor ourselves we have considred the 'what if' we were unable to continue in business and removing our customers ability to use software for which they have a permanent licence was not one of our options. Uninpressed with MYOB? You bet.

Christina

I’d like to recommend a phenomenal business accounting software called freeagent central. http://fre.ag/417k1es3 It is a UK based online accounting software system.  I run a small business but always struggled to keep my accounts in order, often leaving it to the last minute and by that time I’d forgotten half the transactions and lost the receipts etc. Freeagent has revolutionised my accounting. It is so simple to use. It is an online accounting tool so it can be accessed from anywhere with an internet connection.  The interface is slick, quick and intuitive, far better than its competitiors like kashflow and clearbooks.  Much easier to use than sage etc.  Its language is simple and not too technical making it a doddle for people without a degree in accounts.  I run a lot of transactions through paypal, which integrates flawlessly with the system, uploading all my transactions on a nightly basis. It also allows you to upload statements from your bank.

This software is brilliant for any small business or freelancer, and has the facility to upgrade from a sole trader to a limited company easily.  The support team are excellent. I had a call in the first week to go over any queries I had with the software.  When I had an issue, the technical team worked on it and had it fixed within a day! Superb, friendly and local (based in Edinburgh) customer service.  Best of all the price is 15 pounds a month, but if you use my referral code you get 10% of this 417k1es3.  I also get 10% off my account and if you refer other people you will subsequently also get a further 10% off your account!  Freeagent central is remarkable, and may I say actually quite fun to use. Look no further for a small business accounts software package.

Hi all, please I am looking for the best accounts + payroll software that is not expensive and can do the job properly. Thanks