KashFlow
Accounting software
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What is KashFlow
KashFlow is a cloud-based accounting software product used to manage day-to-day bookkeeping for small businesses. It supports core workflows such as invoicing, expense tracking, bank reconciliation, VAT handling, and basic reporting. The product is oriented toward UK accounting requirements and is commonly used by small business owners and accountants who need a straightforward general-ledger system rather than a full ERP suite.
UK VAT-focused accounting
KashFlow is designed around UK small-business accounting practices, including VAT workflows and common statutory reporting needs. This focus can reduce configuration effort compared with more globally oriented accounting suites. It is typically a better fit for UK-based SMEs than systems optimized for multi-entity, multi-country finance operations.
Core bookkeeping coverage
The product covers essential accounting functions such as sales invoicing, purchase/expense capture, bank reconciliation, and financial reporting. These capabilities support end-to-end bookkeeping without requiring a separate general-ledger tool. For many micro and small businesses, this scope is sufficient without moving to broader ERP-style platforms.
Cloud access for SMEs
As a web-based product, KashFlow supports remote access for business owners and external accountants working on the same books. This model aligns with common SME needs for shared access and reduced on-premise IT overhead. It also supports ongoing updates without customer-managed deployments.
Limited enterprise finance depth
KashFlow is not positioned as a full financial management suite for complex organizations. Companies needing advanced consolidation, multi-entity controls, sophisticated revenue recognition, or deep audit workflows may outgrow it. In those cases, finance teams often evaluate more feature-rich financial management platforms.
Less suitable for ERP needs
The product primarily addresses accounting rather than end-to-end operations management. Organizations that require tightly integrated inventory, manufacturing, or advanced procurement workflows may need additional systems or a broader ERP product. This can increase integration and process complexity as operational requirements expand.
Ecosystem and automation variability
Compared with some accounting platforms that emphasize extensive app marketplaces and AI-driven AP automation, KashFlow’s breadth of integrations and automation depth can be more limited depending on the use case. Teams with heavy document capture, automated coding, or high-volume AP needs may require complementary tools. Integration availability can also vary by region and accounting practice.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Starter (Monthly) | £12.50 per month | Ideal for sole traders/contractors: Send unlimited quotes & 10 invoices; reconcile up to 25 bank transactions; Single user; VAT online submission; Bank feeds; Mobile app; Payroll up to 5 employees. Promotional offer: 90% off for 6 months for new customers (shown as £1.25 per month for first 6 months). |
| Business (Monthly) | £25.50 per month | Recommended for growing businesses/limited companies: Send unlimited quotes & invoices; reconcile unlimited bank transactions; Multi-user; Multi-currency; VAT online submission; Bank feeds; Mobile app; Payroll up to 5 employees. Promotional offer: 90% off for 6 months for new customers (shown as £2.55 per month for first 6 months). |
| Starter (Annual) | RRP: £150 — Discounted: £90/year + VAT | Annual billing (discounted offer applies to new customers only). Same feature set as Starter monthly. |
| Business (Annual) | RRP: £270 — Discounted: £165/year + VAT | Annual billing (discounted offer applies to new customers only). Same feature set as Business monthly. |
Notes: The official KashFlow pricing page also states a 14-day free trial for IRIS KashFlow Accounting. The site additionally notes "KashFlow Connect" (for accountants) is "free, forever" on the same site (separate product/page). All details above are taken from the vendor's official pricing page.
Seller details
Sage Group plc
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
1981
Public
https://www.sage.com/
https://x.com/SageGroupPLC
https://www.linkedin.com/company/sage/
