Compare Clearmargin vs. EzzyBills

Freelancers and small teams face not a billing issue, but rather a juggling act involving multiple tools. They might utilize one application for proposals, another for tracking their hours, a spreadsheet for managing expenses, yet another tool for invoicing, and possibly QuickBooks after receiving a suggestion to do so. Consequently, important tasks can easily be overlooked; invoices may be dispatched late, hours could go unrecorded, and expenses might not be accounted for, resulting in unexpected losses. The mental strain of managing all these elements can be quite draining. Clearmargin consolidates everything needed for smooth financial management into a single platform, including proposals, time tracking, expense logging, invoicing, and payment processing. Users can create professional proposals that outline the scope, timeline, and pricing with ease. Time can be monitored using a convenient quick-entry strip or a running timer. Expenses can be recorded and allocated to specific projects, and shared costs like software subscriptions can be automatically divided among various clients. When billing time arrives, invoices can be generated from project data with just one click, and payments, whether via credit card or ACH, can be accepted directly through invoices via Stripe Connect, all while enjoying standard processing rates. This holistic approach not only simplifies the administrative burden but also enhances overall efficiency, allowing freelancers and small teams to focus on their core work without the constant worry of financial details slipping away.

By eliminating the need for extensive manual data entry, you can allocate more time to focus on what truly matters. The system efficiently extracts all invoice information, incorporating automatic tracking and managing inventory items among other features. With a multi-tiered approval process for expenses, teamwork can thrive even in remote settings. The transition to a paperless environment for invoice approvals and expense claims includes support for rule establishment and multiple approvers. Typically, all invoices and receipts are sent to Xero as draft bills. However, you can adjust the EzzyBills settings for the Exported Status to reflect “Awaiting Approval” or “Approved – Waiting for Payment.” For those utilizing a QuickBooks Online account that lacks bill support, such as QuickBooks Online Simple Start, uploading bills through EzzyBills will not be possible. Attempting to upload an invoice to your EzzyBills account or forwarding it to your EzzyBills email will result in an error message. The effective workaround is to handle these as Expense Receipts (i.e., Spend Money transactions), enabling seamless integration of financial data management. This innovative approach ensures that your financial processes remain efficient and organized, ultimately enhancing productivity.