Accounting Software for Startups

Simplify Finances with Startup Accounting Software

Starting a business is exciting, but managing the finances shouldn’t slow you down. Our startup accounting software is designed to help new businesses stay on top of bookkeeping, create professional invoices, track expenses, and manage cash flow effortlessly. Built with startups in mind, it gives you the clarity and control you need to grow with confidence.

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Accounting Software for Startups - The Balance App

Quotes & Automated Payment Reminders
Payroll & HR Tools for Growing Teams

MTD VAT & CIS Compliance
Unlimited Support & Advice

Bank Feeds & Financial Reports
CRM & Projects for Startups

Simple, Effective Accounting Software for Startups

Free, flexible tools designed to help early-stage businesses manage their finances and scale with confidence.

Balance is cloud-based accounting software built for founders. It’s easy to use, but packed with everything startups need – from invoicing and payroll to real-time reporting and VAT compliance.

Automate your most time-consuming tasks, like importing bank transactions, confirming payments, and sending reminders – so you can focus on building your business, not balancing the books.

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Balance Lite

Ideal for early-stage startups with low complexity that are confident managing their own finances – offering the essential tools to handle invoicing, expenses, and bank reconciliation with ease.

Projects
Bank Feeds
Receipt Uploads
Stock Control
PayPal Feeds
Multi Company Management
Telephone, email, live chat support
User Permissions
Unlimited Users
Budgeting
Items
Create Invoices with Logo
Recurring Invoices
Create Quotes
Customer Statements
Create Quotes
Payment Reminders
Accept Payments on your Invoices
Customer Grouping
Unlimited Customers, Suppliers & Accounts
Bank Transactions Imports
Bank Rules
MTD VAT Submission
EU VAT/EC Sales Lists
Business & Accounting Reports
Tax Estimations
Multiple Currencies
Bulk Editing
Transaction Locking
Notes

£4.00 + VAT per month

Balance Plus

Perfect for growing startups that need smarter automation, real-time financial insights, and scalable tools to manage revenue, cash flow, and compliance as they expand.

Projects
Bank Feeds
Receipt Uploads
Stock Control
PayPal Feeds
Multi Company Management
Telephone, email, live chat support
User Permissions
Unlimited Users
Budgeting
Items
Create Invoices with Logo
Recurring Invoices
Create Quotes
Customer Statements
Create Quotes
Payment Reminders
Accept Payments on your Invoices
Customer Grouping
Unlimited Customers, Suppliers & Accounts
Bank Transactions Imports
Bank Rules
MTD VAT Submission
EU VAT/EC Sales Lists
Business & Accounting Reports
Tax Estimations
Multiple Currencies
Bulk Editing
Transaction Locking
Notes

£5.00 + VAT per month

Balance Premium

All-in-one accounting and business management for startups – combining advanced features, expert support, and everything you need to stay investor-ready, scale operations, and focus on growth.

Projects
Bank Feeds
Receipt Uploads
Stock Control
PayPal Feeds
Multi-Company Management
Support: Telephone, Email, Live Chat
User Permissions
Unlimited Users
Budgeting
Items
Create Invoices with Logo
Recurring Invoices
Create Quotes
Customer Statements
Create Quotes
Payment Reminders
Payment Acceptance on Invoices
Customer Grouping
Unlimited Customers, Suppliers & Accounts
Bank Transactions Imports
Bank Rules
MTD VAT Submission
EU VAT/EC Sales Lists
Business & Accounting Reports
Tax Estimations
Multiple Currencies
Bulk Editing
Transaction Locking
Notes

Optional Add-Ons available on all packages:

Payroll: £4 per month + VAT for up to 5 employees plus 80p per month +VAT for each additional employee
CIS: £4 per month + VAT for up to 5 Subcontractors plus 80p per month +VAT for each additional Subcontractor
CRM: £1 per month + VAT

Stress-Free Accounting Software That Grows With Your Startup

Balance was built to support founders with the tools they need to manage finances, stay compliant, and scale – without the high costs of traditional software or accountant fees.

From your first sale to your first funding round, Balance helps you stay in control, automate the admin, and focus on growing your business.

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Full Visibility Over Your Startup Finances

Automatically import your bank transactions and categorise them with ease – giving you real-time insight into your cash flow, burn rate, and runway from day one.

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Get Paid Faster Without Chasing Clients

Add payment links to your invoices and let Balance follow up automatically – so your startup keeps cash flowing without wasting time on manual reminders.

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Run Your Startup From Anywhere

Whether you’re pitching, networking, or working on the go, the Balance app lets you send invoices, track expenses, and manage finances straight from your phone.

Trusted by Over 5,000 UK Businesses – Including Startups Just Like Yours

Helping Startups Master Their Bookkeeping from Day One

Balance is cloud-based accounting software built for founders – simple to use, yet powerful enough to support the fast-moving needs of a growing business.

It automates your most time-consuming financial tasks, like importing bank transactions, confirming payments, and sending recurring invoices — so you can spend more time building your startup and less time buried in bookkeeping.

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Bring Balance to Your Startup

Real-Time Tracking – Instantly monitor cash flow, expenses.
Automated Invoicing – Send invoices and reminders.
Cloud Access – Manage finances anytime, from anywhere.
Smart Tax Tools – Simplify VAT, Self Assessment, and MTD.

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Smart Integrations That Power Your Startup Growth

Balance connects with your favourite business tools – from payment processors to CRMs – helping you automate admin, streamline workflows, and scale faster. Whether you’re collecting payments, managing invoices, or preparing for funding, our integrations keep your startup running smoothly.

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Accounting Software for Startups That Grows With Your Business