Accounting Apps and Tools for Small Business Owners

Now that tax season is officially behind us (or should be!), you may have realized it’s in your best interest to do your business taxes differently this coming year to avoid the last-minute headache and stress of tax season. Things like staying more organized, keeping track of your paperwork and receipts, and asking for help are all good ways to ease the process.

Another way you can do things differently is to utilize the tools around to better track your finances and stay organized. As you’re reading this very blog, chances are you have a smart device in your pocket, purse, or on your desk capable of connecting with anyone in the world, taking high-quality photos, and answering nearly any question you may have. We rely on our phones for just about everything these days, but what about your accounting tasks? Did you know there are tons of apps and tools for small business owners right at your fingertips on your phone? These apps can make a world of difference in your business tax preparation, too.

Moving to digital-based accounting solutions simply makes sense. In a recent study, 84% of finance managers reported their biggest challenge is manual data entry, which can in part, be solved by smart devices. Changes are on the horizon, nearly 81% of accounting professionals have begun to use remote mobile devices for some-part of their every day work; and furthermore, nearly all believe big data and online apps will have a positive impact on the accounting industry - we agree!

We’ve rounding up a few of our favorite accounting apps and mobile tools to help business owners better manage their accounting and bookkeeping data. Some of the best accounting apps for business owners include:

• Bill.com allows business owners to connect the invoices and bills coming in directly with the their bank account, all while syncing with QuickBooks. It also allows business owners to easily login and pay bills after Tally Services has done the accounts payable legwork. It keeps the control with the owner, but allows outside help to manage the day-to-day tasks.

• MileIQ is an easy-to-use mileage tracking app that helps you account for any mileage-related expenses you’ve incurred for business. You simply log miles and generate mileage reports right from your phone.
  

• Xero is an online-based accounting software with time-saving tools to help you focus on what matters - growing your business!
  

• FinancialForce is the perfect app if your business relies on SalesForce. They work seamlessly together to integrate your bookkeeping and accounting tasks into your existing system you know and love.
  

• We’d be remiss if we didn’t include QuickBooks Online in this list. QuickBooks has worked hard over the last few years to improve their online services and develop an app that makes sense for small business owners.

Did you suffer from a major headache this tax season? If so, let’s work together to do your accounting taxes differently this year. We’ll help you find the best accounting apps and tools for your business to make the process much easier and reduce your stress. Tally Services in Fort Collins, CO is here to help you determine which platform will make the most sense for your business and do the legwork for you. Our main goal is to be your accounting and bookkeeping partner to alleviate your stress and allow you to focus on running your business. Contact us today to get started!