Accounting software
Accounting software that makes managing your business easier
The right accounting software can do much more than keep your financial records in order. Set up and used well, it can save you time, give you better visibility over your finances and help you understand how your business is performing.
But with different platforms, features and integrations available, knowing what your business actually needs isn’t always straightforward.
At ilumin, we help you find accounting software and systems that fit the way your business works.
Whether you’re starting from scratch, changing systems or simply want to get more from the software you already have, we’ll help you make technology work for your business, rather than the other way around.
Accounting software setup
Getting the foundations right makes it much easier to get useful information from your accounting software.
We can help you set up your accounting system to suit your business and make sure the information and processes you need are in place from the start.
Choosing the right software
The most popular or feature-packed accounting system isn’t necessarily the best one for your business.
We’ll take the time to understand how your business operates, what you need to manage and the information you want to see. From there, we can help you choose a solution that fits your needs without adding unnecessary complexity.
Training and support
Good software only helps if you and your team know how to use it.
We provide training tailored to your business, focusing on the features and processes you actually need.
And when questions come up later, we’re here to help you work through them.
Integrations and apps
Accounting software can connect with other tools to help manage everything from payroll and invoicing to payments, reporting and other business processes.
With so many options available, it’s easy to end up with more technology rather than a better system. We can help you identify integrations that solve a genuine business need and work effectively with your accounting software.
Reporting and financial visibility
One of the biggest benefits of good accounting software is having better access to useful, up-to-date financial information.
We can help you set up and understand reporting that gives you greater visibility over areas such as cashflow and business performance, so your financial information becomes something you can use to make decisions, not just something you look at at the end of the year.
Reviewing your existing system
Already have accounting software but feel like you could be getting more from it?
We can review how you’re using your existing system and identify opportunities to simplify processes, improve reporting or make better use of functionality that’s already available to you. Sometimes the answer isn’t new software, it’s getting more from what you already have.
Better systems. Better information. Better decisions.
Accounting software shouldn’t just make it easier to process transactions. It should help give you a clearer picture of what’s happening in your business.
Accounting software shouldn’t just make it easier to process transactions. It should help give you a clearer picture of what’s happening in your business.
When your systems are working well, you can spend less time dealing with unnecessary administration and have better information available when you need to make a decision.
As your business changes, we can also help you review whether your systems are still giving you what you need. That might mean improving your reporting, adding an integration, changing the way something is done or considering whether it’s time for a different solution.
The goal isn’t more technology. It’s having the right systems and information to help you understand your business, plan ahead and make informed decisions with confidence.
Accounting software we work with
Xero
Xero brings everyday accounting tasks and financial information together in one cloud-based system, including invoicing, bank reconciliation, bills, GST and reporting. We can help you set up Xero, make better use of its features and identify integrations that can improve the way financial information flows through your business.
MYOB
MYOB provides accounting and business management tools for businesses of different sizes, including invoicing, cashflow management, GST, reporting and payroll functionality. We can help you determine whether MYOB is right for your needs, set it up appropriately and make sure you’re getting useful information from the system.
Smartly
Smartly is a New Zealand payroll platform that can help businesses manage payroll, leave, tax and employee records. We can help you understand how Smartly can work alongside your accounting systems and, where appropriate, support its integration with Xero.
Common accounting software questions
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Which accounting software is best for my business?
There isn’t one answer that’s right for every business.
The best solution depends on factors such as how your business operates, what you need the software to do, who will use it and the financial information you want to get from it.
We can help you work through those requirements and choose a system that suits your business.
Can you help me move to new accounting software?
Yes. If your current system is no longer meeting your needs, we can help you consider your options and support the move to a new solution.
We’ll work with you to make the transition as straightforward as possible and minimise disruption to your existing processes.
Can you help me get more from Xero or MYOB?
Yes. You may not need to change systems at all.
We can review how you’re currently using your software, help you access functionality or reporting you’re not making use of, and identify changes that could make your financial processes more efficient.
Can you train me or my team to use our accounting software?
Yes. We provide training tailored to how your business uses its accounting software, so you and your team can feel comfortable using the features and processes that matter to you.
Build a clearer picture of your business
Whether you need help getting the essentials right or want greater visibility over your financial performance, we’ll work with you to provide accounting support that fits your business and your goals.