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    Xero

    Cloud accounting with invoicing, bank reconciliation, payroll and GST.

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    subscription
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    From A$107/month
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    Accounting and finance

    About Xero

    Xero is cloud accounting software for small and medium businesses. It covers invoicing and quotes, bills, bank reconciliation, expense claims and reporting.

    Online payroll includes automated superannuation. GST tracking and BAS lodgement are on every plan. Inventory, projects, purchase orders and fixed assets are available, along with cash flow forecasts and dashboards.

    Over a thousand apps connect through the Xero app marketplace, and a built-in AI assistant called JAX helps with finance questions.

    Pricing: Xero is a monthly subscription with Comprehensive and Ultimate plans (Ultimate comes in 10, 20 and 50 payroll sizes). Prices on the Australian page are in Australian dollars, new customers get their first month free, and introductory discounts run from time to time. There are no per-user licence fees.

    What it does

    • Invoicing and quotes
    • Bills and bank reconciliation
    • Expense and mileage claims
    • Online payroll with automated superannuation
    • GST tracking and BAS lodgement
    • Inventory and purchase orders
    • Project tracking
    • Cash flow forecasts and dashboards
    • JAX AI finance assistant
    • Over 1,000 apps in the Xero app marketplace

    Why it suits tourism businesses

    Tourism businesses use Xero to send invoices, reconcile bank feeds and keep books current through busy and quiet seasons. Cash flow forecasts help you plan ahead of the shoulder months.

    Accountants and bookkeepers can work in the same file. Booking, payment and point of sale tools that connect to Xero can feed sales through, so check your tools against the app marketplace.

    Helps with: Finance & Accounting, Business Operations, Technology

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    Frequently asked questions

    About Xero

    How does Xero help with seasonal cash flow?
    Cash flow forecasts and customisable dashboards let you plan ahead. Bank reconciliation keeps your books current as money comes in.
    Can Xero reconcile payments from different booking platforms?
    It reconciles bank feeds and connects to over a thousand apps in its marketplace. Check your booking and payment tools against the list.
    Does Xero support international clients and currencies?
    Yes. Xero's Australian pricing page lists multiple currencies on all current plans, including Comprehensive and Ultimate.
    What does Xero cost?
    It is a monthly subscription, with Comprehensive and Ultimate plans and no per-user licence fees. New customers get one month free. See their website for current plans and offers.
    Can I manage Xero from my phone while out on tour?
    You can send quotes, invoice and track expenses from your phone, according to the vendor.