Top 5 Billing Software Programs for Freelance Writers

AccountingAs business owners, freelance writers need billing software programs that make invoicing an easy process. You also need to be able to send late-payment reminders, track time and expenses, and see how your business is growing month-to-month and over the year.

We’ve taken a look to find the top X software programs for freelance writers so you can focus on what you do best.

1. BillQuick Online

BillQuick is a web-based and allows you to track time and fixed-fees on projects. Track your accounts receivable, including payment history, historical data, and account notes, easily. This package allows you to send out invoices automatically. It gives you the option of e-mailing and printing invoices. Try it for free for 30 days and then on a subscription basis afterward.

2. Freshbooks

Freshbooks is easy to use and works with your computer or mobile device (iPhone, iPad or Android). Developed for small business owners, you can track time, log your expenses and send out invoices quickly and easily. With this option, you can accept credit cards, get paid through Paypal, or any of the other 12 payment gateways. Import expenses from your bank account or credit card to make record keeping simple for tax purposes. Send invoices by e-mail or print them to forward by regular mail. You can track invoice views and send invoices in multiple currencies, too. Manage a single client at no charge for as long as you wish; paid options start once the number of clients you add reaches a set level.

3. SageOne

SageOne allows freelancers to track income and expenses quickly. Bank and credit cards can be integrated into the software, which automatically matches and categorizes recurring transactions. Payments are automatically applied against invoices. The software will generate profit and loss statements, balance sheets and aged invoices. A free 15-day trial is available. Pay as you go after the initial period.

4. QuickBooks
QuickBooks works across multiple devices (computer, iPad, iPhone, Android) to help you stay on top of your billing. It helps you keep track of your sales and expenses, whether you are at your office or on the go. For a fee, this option will allow you to accept credit cards in Quickbooks or on a mobile device.Try it free for 30 days and then pay monthly for the service.

Payment5. Harvest

Harvest allows you to create invoices quickly, and send them out through your account. Clients can pay you online. If you are billing by the hour, you can track your time on a Mac, PC, or mobile device. This software will also allow you to track your time via Gmail, Twitter and Zendesk.

If you are working with subcontractors, Harvest will automatically remind them to submit their timesheets. The software also generates a number of reports to help you keep track of your business. You can turn on filters to show only billable, non-billable, or contractor hours. The software will also allow you to export your software to a Google spreadsheet, Excel, or CSV for your convenience.

Harvest offers a free, 30-day trial. After that point, you pay a flat rate for up to three users. You can have unlimited clients, work on an unlimited number of clients and send out unlimited invoices. Data is backed up on a daily basis and you can bill in multiple currencies.

Choose the Right Billing Software Program for Freelance Writers

Which online software program for freelance writers is right for you? Before you make a decision, consider your options carefully. Do your homework and look at the features offered by several options before you buy. As a business owner, you don’t want to spend any more time sending out invoices and generating reports than necessary.

You’ll also want to find a program that is flexible enough to grow with your business. If you know (or anticipate) that you will be bringing in subcontractors in, make sure that the plan you choose will make it easy for you to track their hours and invoices so that you can stay on top of your accounts payable.

For more information about setting up a freelance writer invoice, check out these helpful links:

How to Write the Perfect Invoice

How to Write an Invoice for a Freelance Job

Free Invoice Template for Freelancers

 

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7 responses
  1. Daniel Restivo Avatar

    Jodee, please allow me to add SideShark to the list. SideShark is designed specifically for freelancers and, along with invoicing, automates and organizes all facets of a freelance business.

    Freelance writers, in particular, are realizing great benefits with SideShark:
    http://www.sideshark.com/freelancersoftwarereviews.html

    Many thanks!

  2. Quentin Avatar

    I have found another website to generate invoices online for free. It’s called http://www.starinvoice.com and it is absolute 100% for free. The site is still new but the owner is willing to modify it based on the input of the users, now that is awesome. Currently it support unlimited companies, invoices, employees, products, emailing and much more. Check it out now and yes, it is 100% free.

  3. John William Avatar
    John William

    Nice Read !
    I would like to suggest one more tool i.e. Invoicera. It is an online invoicing solution helps freelancers to bill their clients accurately. Besides that, it also provides time tracking and task management. You can also invoice your clients on the go by using it’s mobile application.
    http://www.invoicera.com/online-invoicing.html

  4. Philip Avatar

    Check out Momenteo, it’s a new all-in-one accounting solution for freelancers! It’s a slick product with everything you need.

  5. Md. Sarwar Hossain Avatar
    Md. Sarwar Hossain

    There is another tool https://www.excel-accounting-budget-analysis.com which is very much considerable.

  6. John Wesley Avatar

    Thanks for sharing this Article! Exactly what I was searching for. Definitely subscribing for more such article. Definitely subscribing for more such articles.

  7. Aftab Vasiwala Avatar

    Thank you Jodee Redmond for your amazing writing and share this useful information with us. Billing software which is organizes and automates the billing and invoicing process. This helps to ensure that timely and consistently collection of the payments and reduces the errors due to manual data of entry. If somebody looking for Top Billing software recommendation I would suggest to go with Techimply.

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