Best Tools for Accountants
5 tools ranked by rating and features
#1
Industry-standard spreadsheet application with advanced data analysis capabilities.
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✓ Most powerful spreadsheet✓ Advanced formulas✓ Pivot tables
#2
Cloud accounting software popular with small businesses and accountants outside the US.
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✓ Beautiful, modern interface✓ Unlimited users on all plans✓ Strong in UK, Australia, NZ markets
#3
Payroll, benefits, and HR platform for small businesses with automatic tax filings and employee self-service.
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✓ Easiest payroll software to set up and run✓ Automatic federal, state, and local tax filings✓ Health insurance and 401(k) brokering built-in
#4
Small business accounting software for invoicing, expense tracking, tax preparation, and financial reporting.
invoicingexpense-trackingbank-syncreports
✓ Most popular small business accounting tool✓ Excellent integration ecosystem✓ Automatic bank feed reconciliation
#5
Cloud accounting and business management software for small to mid-sized businesses.
invoicingcash-flowtax-compliancepayroll
✓ Established brand✓ Good compliance✓ Payroll included