Accounting practice management software manages the front- and back-office operations for companies providing accounting services. This type of software is used to organize the services offering of a company, as well as to track delivery using workflows and task management. Accounting practice management solutions help accounting professionals increase productivity and improve the relationships with their customers. These software products can be implemented and used across the entire company but are most beneficial for independent accountants.
Accounting practice management software needs to integrate with accounting software and small-business accounting software. When not included in the product, integration withproject management software is also essential.
To qualify for inclusion in the Accounting Practice Management category, a product must:
- Maintain the portfolio of services offered by professional accountants
- Manage relationships with customers and prospects
- Monitor tasks and activities related to the accounting practice
- Provide portals for customers to communicate with accountants
- Track the status of each project and calculate the billable time
- Create invoices for the services provided and track payments