QuickBooks Desktop is a popular accounting software used by countless businesses. However, the evolving cost structure associated with QuickBooks Pro, Premier, and Enterprise editions has become a growing concern for many business owners. The frustration is palpable in an era where operational expenses are constantly on the rise, significantly impacting profit margins and complicating the already challenging task of running a business smoothly.
The Rising Tide of QuickBooks Costs
The convenience of a one-time QuickBooks software purchase that served businesses for years is a bygone luxury. Today, users of QuickBooks Pro and Premier are navigating cost increases of up to 300% or more over the last three years With the costs of the top-level software, QuickBooks Enterprise increasing as well. Similarly, payroll service fees have skyrocketed for users of Enhanced Payroll, with per-employee charges leaping from $2 to $6 in addition to the annual subscription cost of over $550 annually. These adjustments, coupled with product lineup changes, have necessitated the integration of third-party products, further increasing the financial burden on QuickBooks users.
This upward trajectory of costs has led some to reconsider their commitment to QuickBooks, fearing endless future increases. Yet, the prospect of transitioning to new software—faced with the “risk cost” of learning new software that may ultimately fail to meet their needs—has many opting to endure the rising costs.
The Potential for Savings
What if there was a strategy to continue leveraging QuickBooks Desktop while reducing its escalating costs? The solution lies in conducting a comprehensive QuickBooks audit—a free service we offer designed to uncover hidden savings and enhance operational efficiency.
Learn how to reduce the costs of using QuickBooks Desktop with a free QuickBooks audit.
Cost Reduction Through a QuickBooks Audit
Our audit delves into two primary areas:
- Evaluating Current Expenditures: Many businesses discover they are paying for products or services they no longer use or never needed. These can range from redundant payroll and merchant services fees to support contracts, reduction in unneeded users, and even outdated software licenses. Surprisingly, businesses often remain unaware of these costs, mistakenly believing they are integral to their subscription. By identifying and eliminating these superfluous expenses, we can significantly reduce your overall QuickBooks costs.
- Enhancing Business Efficiency with Add-ons: In addition to cost-saving measures, our audit explores QuickBooks add-ons and features that can streamline your business operations. Whether it’s activating built-in tools or integrating third-party software for inventory management, pricing strategies, payroll processing, or CRM systems, these enhancements can drive growth and operational efficiency.
The Compound Effect of Savings and Efficiency
By merging cost reduction strategies with the activation of efficiency-boosting tools, the net benefit to your business can be substantial. Our expertise as a top Intuit Elite Solution Provider, backed by over 16 years of experience, gives us a holistic understanding of QuickBooks and the myriad of products and integrations available to optimize its use.
Embark on a Path to QuickBooks Optimization
If you’re navigating the complexities of QuickBooks Desktop and seeking ways to mitigate its rising costs, we’re here to assist. A quick 10-minute discussion with our experts can set you on a course toward significant savings and enhanced business efficiency.
To explore how a comprehensive QuickBooks audit can transform your QuickBooks experience, contact our team at 866-949-7267 today. Together, we can uncover opportunities to reduce costs and leverage QuickBooks features and add-ons that align with your business’s unique needs and goals.
