Accounting

How to Find the Best Accounting Software & Tools

I guess you’ve witnessed how ecommerce has been growing exponentially over the past couple of years.

This trend, as a matter of fact, is expected to continue picking up steadily- at a rate that will see ecommerce retail sales in the U.S hitting $735 billion by 2023.

Quite remarkable, I must say. But, in case you haven’t heard the news yet, it’s not just the online sales process that has been transforming progressively. Ecommerce, combined with modern tech, has also triggered increased growth of what’s reportedly recognized as the world’s oldest professional field- accounting.

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My Guide to the Best Accounting Reconciliation Software

My Guide to the Best Accounting Reconciliation Software

As a CPA who’s worked with businesses of all sizes, from tiny startups to growing mid-market firms, I’ve spent more time than I’d like to talk about inside accounting platforms. I’ve seen the best of what’s out there. I’ve also seen some clunky, outdated, overengineered systems still making the rounds because “that’s what everyone uses.” ... Read more
Best Audit Trail Software for Startups and Small Businesses

Best Audit Trail Software for Startups and Small Businesses: By a CPA Who’s Lived Through the Chaos

Audit trails are the backbone of clean books. If you’ve ever tried to untangle a transaction mess with no breadcrumb trail, you know the pain. I’ve spent years cleaning up after rushed journal entries, misposted payments, and disappearing data, and I’ve come to rely heavily on audit trail software especially for startups and small businesses, ... Read more
Best Financial Close Softwares

The Best Financial Close Softwares for a Faster Month End

Closing the books every month isn’t glamorous, but it’s one of the most important things a business can do. A clean close tells you where the money went, what’s working, and what isn’t. For management and finance leads, it’s the difference between making informed decisions or running your business into the ground. Over the years, ... Read more
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A CPA’s Guide to the Best AI Accounting Tools in 2025

As a CPA who’s spent years DOWN IN THE WEEDS cleaning up financial records, I’ve seen firsthand how tech can make or break your business’s bookkeeping. Let me paint you a quick picture. It’s mid-2022 – Intuit is kicking tons of customers off their desktop version, so I am working to migrate about 6 clients ... Read more
Deputy vs Homebase

Deputy vs. Homebase –  Which Is Best for HR and Payroll?

There are a lot of complicated processes that come with running a business, and I have been looking for a platform that can accommodate a lot of tasks under one roof. Payroll, shift management, and HR are tasks that take up a huge amount of my time while I’m running my small business, so Deputy ... Read more
Melio V. Stampli: A CPA’s Comparison

Melio vs Stampli: A CPA’s Comparison

Throughout my career, I’ve helped countless clients navigate the evolving landscape of financial technology. One thing I’ve learned—often the hard way—is that choosing the right payment processing solution isn’t just another administrative decision. It fundamentally changes the way you manage cash flow, vendor relationships, and even your strategic outlook as a business owner. Recently, I’ve ... Read more

Best Accounting Software for Accountants: My Take as a CPA

I’ve spent more late nights than I’d like to admit wrestling with bad imports, manual adjustments, and missing audit trails, and, therefore, I’ve learned to look at accounting software with a skeptical eye. While I care about slick dashboards and ease of use, I’ve also come to appreciate the tools that make my job easier: ... Read more
Alternatives to Gusto to Manage Payroll

5 Alternatives to Gusto to Manage Payroll

As a small business owner, I found that one of the most difficult parts was going from being self-employed, to being an employer. When it was just me it was easier, but managing employees comes with a ton of extras: state compliance, PTO, onboarding, payroll, scheduling, etc. It is difficult to overstate how many tasks ... Read more

The Top Wave Accounting Alternatives in 2025: Exploring Puzzle.io, QuickBooks, FreshBooks, and More

For many small businesses and freelancers, Wave Accounting was once a top contender in the world of free accounting software. Its super intuitive interface and budget-friendly price tag made it a favorite for those looking to manage finances without investing heavily in software or the time it takes to learn it. However, with Wave’s gradual ... Read more
Wave vs. Puzzle.io

Wave vs. Puzzle.io: A Comparison of Two Modern Accounting Solutions

In the ever-evolving world of accounting software, business owners, accountants, and financial controllers are constantly on the lookout for tools that not only meet compliance needs but also simplify workflows and save time while offering deeper insights. Two platforms that serve very different user bases but are increasingly part of the same conversation are Wave ... Read more

How to Collect Payments Online: A Guide for Retail and Service Vendors

In today’s fast-paced, convenience-driven market, customers expect to pay quickly, securely, and digitally. Whether you run a brick-and-mortar shop, provide mobile services, or operate entirely online, the ability to collect payments digitally is no longer optional—it’s required. For small business owners, the options can feel overwhelming. Over the years, I’ve helped small business clients choose ... Read more

Top Ramp Alternatives

Ramp has become wildly popular in the expense management space in recent years, particularly for its corporate card offering. However, I’ve spoken to plenty of business leaders who have been frustrated by its revenue and funding requirements, limited international capabilities, and clunky user interface. Don’t get me wrong; I’m a fan of Ramp, and I ... Read more
Best Xero Alternatives

The Best Xero Alternatives for Small to Mid-Sized Businesses: 5 Platforms to Consider

Xero has long been a staple in the cloud-based accounting world. It’s sleek, easy to use, and loaded with features that cater to most businesses. But as with most things, it’s not one size fits all. If you’re here, you’re probably looking for alternatives, and let me help you with the headache – as a ... Read more
FreshBooks vs. Puzzle.io

FreshBooks vs. Puzzle.io: A Detailed Comparison for Modern Businesses

In the world of accounting software, two platforms that cater to vastly different ends of the market, FreshBooks and Puzzle.io, have caught the attention of business owners, bookkeepers, and CPAs. As a CPA myself, I believe both tools are designed to simplify financial management, but they reflect two very different philosophies in approach, functionality, and ... Read more
Best FreshBooks Alternatives

The Best FreshBooks Alternatives for Streamlined Accounting in 2025

FreshBooks has established itself as a popular accounting platform for freelancers and small businesses, and for good reason! It’s renowned for its intuitive interface, simplified invoicing, and breezy project management, which is attractive for people who don’t want to get lost in the numbers. However, despite its strengths, FreshBooks isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. Companies with ... Read more
Xero vs. Puzzle

Xero vs. Puzzle: Choosing the Right Accounting Engine for a Modern Business

The accounting software market is crowded, and there is no shortage of platforms designed for modern businesses. As a CPA that is constantly being badgered by friends, family, and potential clients who want to know what they should use to run their new business idea, I usually recommend QuickBooks and end the short conversation there. ... Read more

My Guide to the Best Accounting Reconciliation Software

Best Audit Trail Software for Startups and Small Businesses: By a CPA Who’s Lived Through the Chaos

The Best Financial Close Softwares for a Faster Month End

A CPA’s Guide to the Best AI Accounting Tools in 2025

Deputy vs. Homebase –  Which Is Best for HR and Payroll?

Melio vs Stampli: A CPA’s Comparison

Best Accounting Software for Accountants: My Take as a CPA

5 Alternatives to Gusto to Manage Payroll

The Top Wave Accounting Alternatives in 2025: Exploring Puzzle.io, QuickBooks, FreshBooks, and More

Wave vs. Puzzle.io: A Comparison of Two Modern Accounting Solutions

How to Collect Payments Online: A Guide for Retail and Service Vendors

Top Ramp Alternatives

The Best Xero Alternatives for Small to Mid-Sized Businesses: 5 Platforms to Consider

FreshBooks vs. Puzzle.io: A Detailed Comparison for Modern Businesses

The Best FreshBooks Alternatives for Streamlined Accounting in 2025

Xero vs. Puzzle: Choosing the Right Accounting Engine for a Modern Business

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