Boasting awards such as The Winner of The Fintech Breakthrough Awards 2025 for The Best Overall Accounting Platform, Xero has made itself a heavily recommended accounting software solution for small businesses. It is a user-friendly, scalable software that is cloud based, so you can check on your business from anywhere and easily collaborate with your accountant. Every feature is built to simplify financial management, save you time and cut your admin.
Xero Makes Accounting Simple for Small Business Owners
As a small business, you haven’t got hours to spend on admin. You need accounting software that’s quick to learn and quicker to use. Xero is simple to navigate and clearly structured, so you’re never hunting for the page you need.
But simplicity isn’t only about finding your way around. It’s about how much of the work Xero does for you. From connecting the apps you already use to giving you real-time figures, below are five features that will save you the most time.
Xero Connects Seamlessly With Popular Systems & Apps
HubSpot, Breathe, BrightPay: these are just three examples of third-party apps that integrate with Xero, and there are many more. With the Xero app store you can choose from a wide range of apps, find out how the app works, and read reviews from verified Xero users. This makes it easier for you to connect with the tools you’re already using, helping to keep everything together, providing a more informed view of your business.
Automation Saves Time and Reduces Admin
Xero’s automation features are perfect for reducing the need to perform repetitive jobs. From automatically importing bank transactions to matching payments and sending invoice reminders, Xero allows you to spend more time on the stuff that really matters.
Real-Time Insights Help You Stay in Control
Running a business means making financial decisions all the time, so having confidence in knowing your financial data is accurate is absolutely essential. As Xero is a cloud based accounting software, your financial information is available online, meaning you can check on your business wherever you are. From monitoring income and expenses to keeping an eye on cash flow, having this information easily accessible gives you the assurance you need when making decisions.
Simple Invoicing and Payments
Creating and sending invoices does not need to be another time consuming task that you put off until the last minute. With Xero the process can be made simple by allowing you to create professional invoices, send them to customers, and keep track of whether they have been paid, are outstanding or are overdue. You can also set up invoice reminders which takes away some of the awkwardness of chasing up customers for payment.
Easy financial Reporting
Financial reports can sound really complicated, but they do not have to be. Xero provides clear reports on income, expenses, profit and cash flow, making it easier for small business owners to understand their finances without needing to be an accounting expert. Having all this information in one place also makes it easier to see how your business is performing, and spot areas that may need attention.
360 Accountants Provide Expert Support as a Xero Partner
Choosing accounting software can be difficult enough, but knowing how to use it properly, especially as a beginner, can be a whole other story. But you don’t have to do it alone. At 360 Accountants we have been providing Xero accounting support since 2010, and we offer:
- Bespoke training built around your business
- Free tips and tutorials on our YouTube channel
- Flexible support (as much or as little as you need)
- Fixed fee pricing with no surprises
- A dedicated contact who knows your accounts
- Access to our support line – xero@360accountants.co.uk
Get in touch now to make managing your finances much more straightforward, giving you more time to focus on running and growing your business.
