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Choosing bookkeeping software: what to look for?
Written by Ilias3 min read
Good bookkeeping software makes your administration a lot easier: it saves time, reduces the chance of errors and helps with your VAT return. But there's a lot of choice. This article explains what to look for when choosing bookkeeping software.
Why use bookkeeping software?
Bookkeeping software automates much of your administration: creating and sending invoices, tracking costs, and preparing your VAT return. That saves time and reduces errors. For most freelancers good software is the foundation of tidy, auditable bookkeeping.
What to look for when choosing?
Look at ease of use, the price, and whether the software suits your type of business. Important is whether you can link your business account, whether it supports invoices and VAT returns, and whether it grows with you as your business gets bigger. A free trial helps to test whether it suits you.
Does your bookkeeper use certain software?
If you have a bookkeeper, ask which software they use. If you work in the same system, you can easily share data and save time and costs. Many bookkeepers have a preference or offer a package themselves that fits well with their working method.
What suits you?
The best software is the software you actually use and understand. A complicated package with features you don't need is counterproductive. For a starting freelancer a simple, affordable program often suffices. Choose something that suits your current situation and grows with your business.
This article provides general information based on the rules known for 2026 and does not replace personal tax advice. For your specific situation, we're happy to take a look with you.
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