Sage

Sage is one of the oldest and most trusted names in business accounting software, now offering a comprehensive cloud-based platform for small and mid-size businesses. Sage Accounting, formerly Sage Business Cloud Accounting, provides invoicing, expense tracking, cash flow management, bank reconciliation, and financial reporting in a clean web-based interface. The platform supports multi-currency transactions, automatic bank feeds from thousands of financial institutions, and smart receipt capture using AI to extract data from photographed receipts. Sage integrates deeply with the accounting profession, offering tools and workflows designed for bookkeepers and accountants managing multiple client books. The Making Tax Digital compliance features are essential for UK businesses, automating VAT return submissions directly to HMRC. Financial reports include profit and loss statements, balance sheets, aged receivables and payables, and cash flow forecasting. The platform provides inventory tracking for product-based businesses, project tracking for service businesses, and time billing for professional services firms. Sage connects with over 250 third-party applications through its app marketplace including payroll providers, CRM systems, and ecommerce platforms. The mobile app enables invoicing, expense capture, and financial overview on the go. For growing businesses, Sage offers an upgrade path to Sage Intacct, their advanced cloud financial management platform for mid-market companies.