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How do you find the right accounting software for your small business? With so many choices, it can often seem like a time consuming and even overwhelming task. As a small business owner I have spent a lot of time researching the different products on the market, and now I would like to share that research with the hope of making it easier for you to find the best accounting software for you.
I narrowed my research down to four different accounting software providers, Peachtree, QuickBooks, Account Edge and Bookkeeper. With each product, I downloaded a trial, as well as read user reviews of the products. I focused on the ease of use, the help and support provided, and the features included. For my business I needed something reliable that offers accounts receivable and payable as well as a payroll option.
While each provider’s software included the basic features I needed, one really stood out above the rest. QuickBooks not only covered all of my accounting and payroll needs, it also provided banking, inventory and cost reporting. I went into this search looking for a basic accounting software program, but what I found was a way to integrate critical areas of my business into one easy to use program.
If you are serious about finding the right accounting software for your small business, QuickBooks is the best option on the market. In addition to the features outlined above, they also offer top notch support. While the product is easy to navigate, I highly recommend the training and set up support. I learned how QuickBooks can not only increase my efficiency, but reduce my cost as well. As a small business owner those added bonuses made QuickBooks the only choice for me, and I feel confident in recommending it to anyone interested in using the best product for their business.