{"id":3926,"date":"2024-07-05T08:14:53","date_gmt":"2024-07-05T08:14:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paulsweeneyaccountant.au\/?page_id=3926"},"modified":"2024-07-05T08:35:26","modified_gmt":"2024-07-05T08:35:26","slug":"tools-for-accountants-and-business-advisors","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/paulsweeneyaccountant.au\/index.php\/tools-for-accountants-and-business-advisors\/","title":{"rendered":"Tools for Accountants and Business Advisors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Accounting and advisory work is all about having smooth and efficient internal systems to free up your time to focus on your clients&#8217; needs. I have been using my current accounting tech stack of tools for many years now and I&#8217;m often asked about their benefits. When assessing any resource, a great question to ask is, &#8220;What problems does this tool solve?&#8221; This line of thought can be applied both to the tools in your own firm, as well as to your clients&#8217; resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I have found this current selection is ideal to meet the needs of Pretium Solutions, as well as that of my clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Xero<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ve been using Xero since 2009, and it&#8217;s truly a game changer. Designed for business owners, it offers a single ledger that eliminates the hassles of dealing with different software versions and data files.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/paulsweeneyaccountant.au\/index.php\/xero\/\" style=\"background-color:#004aad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about Xero here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Karbon<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Managing emails and job statuses was a nightmare until we started using Karbon. It saves us many hours per team member each week and provides clarity around the status of every work item and email. Now, even when a team member is unavailable or not working, we can efficiently handle client inquiries and updates. I can&#8217;t imagine ever running our accounting business without Karbon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/karbon.referral-factory.com\/RaVP6b\" style=\"background-color:#004aad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about Karbon here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ignition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Clear and signed engagement letters that accurately capture the scope of works for clients, combined with automatic invoicing and payment collection, are critical for my practice. Ignition eliminates the need to chase late payers and avoids any confusion about what work is in or out of scope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ignitionapp.com\/referral-gift?utm_source=referral_partnerstack_AUcustomers_paulsweeney&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=2301-GLOBAL-PaidReferrals-PaidReferralsAlwaysOn-NA&amp;pscd=get.practiceignition.com&amp;ps_partner_key=cGF1bHN3ZWVuZXk&amp;ps_xid=n1H47rkO6xhNEP&amp;gsxid=n1H47rkO6xhNEP&amp;gspk=cGF1bHN3ZWVuZXk\" style=\"background-color:#004aad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about Ignition here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Business Fitness &#8211; HowNow Suite<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We tried other document management systems before using HowNow, but they didn&#8217;t fully deliver. With HowNow, we also use smart workpapers, the knowledge base, and the client portal, making obtaining client signatures and the delivery of important information to and from clients safe, secure, and simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.businessfitness.com.au\/\" style=\"background-color:#004aad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about Business Fitness suite of tools here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Account Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>AccountKit is the Swiss Army Knife for Accountants, providing all the essential tools you need for your practice in one space. No more ugly spreadsheet hiding on one persons desktop. The asset finance schedules are my favorite tool. They had me at hello!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.account-kit.com\/\" style=\"background-color:#004aad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about Account Kit here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NowInfinity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before NowInfinity, managing company compliance and ASIC annual reviews was a nightmare. Now it&#8217;s simple and easy for clients, with electronic signatures and no more missed payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.class.com.au\/our-solutions\/nowinfinity\/\" style=\"background-color:#004aad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about NowInfinity here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spotlight Reporting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With Spotlight Reporting, you can provide your clients with clear, insightful, and actionable financial data, helping them make informed business decisions. No other tool comes close when it comes to preparing three-way forecasts quickly, accurately, and flexibly. Elevate your advisory services with Spotlight Reporting and deliver exceptional value to your clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.spotlightreporting.com\/\" style=\"background-color:#004aad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about Spotlight Reporting here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practice Protect<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Good cybersecurity is crucial nowadays, and Practice Protect offers great peace of mind by maintaining connectivity to the many apps used in a modern practice. This password management system is tailored to the specific needs of accounting practices, ensuring no more sharing passwords or worrying about who has access to sensitive data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/practiceprotect.com\/\" style=\"background-color:#004aad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about Practice Protect here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dext<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dext is an amazing expense management tool that connects directly to Xero. Check out this special offer for accountants and bookkeepers &#8211; your clients will love it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/infl.tv\/onRn\" style=\"background-color:#004aad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dext special offer for accountants &amp; bookkeepers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Once Hub<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I use Once Hub to set up meetings, allowing my clients and associates to immediately see my available times and book face-to-face, phone, or video appointments. It also sends out automatic reminders, reducing no-shows and ensuring everyone stays on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oncehub.com\/?referralcode=RP1078\" style=\"background-color:#004aad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about Once Hub here<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Microsoft 365 and Teams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Microsoft 365 and Teams are staples in my office for sharing project work across the team. I use Teams to house non-client documents, marketing images, and how-to videos, as well as for video meetings. With so many apps included, why pay extra for more software when your Microsoft 365 subscription contains everything you need?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.office.com\/\" style=\"background-color:#004aad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn about Microsoft 365<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-au\/microsoft-teams\/log-in\" style=\"background-color:#004aad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn about Teams<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Note: The resources shown are affiliate links, meaning my business receives a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase. I really appreciate it when you use my links to check out and purchase some of the tools I use.\u202f It helps me to continue to provide content for other businesses.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Accounting and advisory work is all about having smooth and efficient internal systems to free up your time to focus on your clients&#8217; needs. I have been using my current accounting tech stack of tools for many years now and I&#8217;m often asked about their benefits. When assessing any resource, a great question to ask is, &#8220;What problems does this tool solve?&#8221; This line of thought can be applied both to the tools in your own firm, as well as to your clients&#8217; resources. I have found this current selection is ideal to meet the needs of Pretium Solutions, as well as that of my clients. Xero I&#8217;ve been using Xero since 2009, and it&#8217;s truly a game changer. Designed for business owners, it offers a single ledger that eliminates the hassles of dealing with different software versions and data files. Karbon Managing emails and job statuses was a nightmare until we started using Karbon. It saves us many hours per team member each week and provides clarity around the status of every work item and email. Now, even when a team member is unavailable or not working, we can efficiently handle client inquiries and updates. I can&#8217;t imagine ever running our accounting business without Karbon. Ignition Clear and signed engagement letters that accurately capture the scope of works for clients, combined with automatic invoicing and payment collection, are critical for my practice. Ignition eliminates the need to chase late payers and avoids any confusion about what work is in or out of scope. Business Fitness &#8211; HowNow Suite We tried other document management systems before using HowNow, but they didn&#8217;t fully deliver. With HowNow, we also use smart workpapers, the knowledge base, and the client portal, making obtaining client signatures and the delivery of important information to and from clients safe, secure, and simple. Account Kit AccountKit is the Swiss Army Knife for Accountants, providing all the essential tools you need for your practice in one space. No more ugly spreadsheet hiding on one persons desktop. The asset finance schedules are my favorite tool. They had me at hello! NowInfinity Before NowInfinity, managing company compliance and ASIC annual reviews was a nightmare. Now it&#8217;s simple and easy for clients, with electronic signatures and no more missed payments. Spotlight Reporting With Spotlight Reporting, you can provide your clients with clear, insightful, and actionable financial data, helping them make informed business decisions. No other tool comes close when it comes to preparing three-way forecasts quickly, accurately, and flexibly. Elevate your advisory services with Spotlight Reporting and deliver exceptional value to your clients. Practice Protect Good cybersecurity is crucial nowadays, and Practice Protect offers great peace of mind by maintaining connectivity to the many apps used in a modern practice. This password management system is tailored to the specific needs of accounting practices, ensuring no more sharing passwords or worrying about who has access to sensitive data. Dext Dext is an amazing expense management tool that connects directly to Xero. Check out this special offer for accountants and bookkeepers &#8211; your clients will love it! Once Hub I use Once Hub to set up meetings, allowing my clients and associates to immediately see my available times and book face-to-face, phone, or video appointments. It also sends out automatic reminders, reducing no-shows and ensuring everyone stays on track. Microsoft 365 and Teams Microsoft 365 and Teams are staples in my office for sharing project work across the team. I use Teams to house non-client documents, marketing images, and how-to videos, as well as for video meetings. With so many apps included, why pay extra for more software when your Microsoft 365 subscription contains everything you need? Note: The resources shown are affiliate links, meaning my business receives a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase. I really appreciate it when you use my links to check out and purchase some of the tools I use.\u202f It helps me to continue to provide content for other businesses.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":3942,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-3926","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/paulsweeneyaccountant.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3926","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/paulsweeneyaccountant.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/paulsweeneyaccountant.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paulsweeneyaccountant.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paulsweeneyaccountant.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3926"}],"version-history":[{"count":48,"href":"https:\/\/paulsweeneyaccountant.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3926\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4199,"href":"https:\/\/paulsweeneyaccountant.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3926\/revisions\/4199"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/paulsweeneyaccountant.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3942"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/paulsweeneyaccountant.au\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3926"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}