AI Accounting Software for Small Business Owners in Australia

Otto AI accounting software helps you automate reconciliations, track cash flow, and stay compliant, without spreadsheets or stress.

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  • $85,000 – $150,000
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  • More than $250,000

AI Accounting Software for
Small Business Made Simple

Combining the power of AI in accounting software with real human expertise, Otto gives you clear
financial oversight, tax-ready records, and more time to focus on what matters.

Smarter Accounting, Backed by Real People

Otto AI Accounting Software blends cutting-edge automation with expert financial support, so your books stay accurate, your questions get answered, and your business stays one step ahead.

  • Monthly close led by your dedicated financial controller

  • Chat directly with your finance team through in-app messaging

  • Smart client portal to upload documents and respond to requests no messy email threads

  • Built-in invoicing and payment tracking to keep cash flow visible

  • Every transaction reviewed by both AI and real humans for complete confidence

Otto AI Accounting Software
Otto AI Accounting Software

Reconcile Without the Rigmarole

Stop losing weekends to spreadsheets. Otto AI based accounting software catches everything from deposits to receipts, so your records are complete and audit-ready.

  • Real-time bank and card feeds with continuous reconciliation

  • Auto-categorisation tailored to your chart of accounts

  • Upload receipts to your inbox, OCR tech auto-matches them to transactions

  • Consolidated income tracking across Stripe, PayPal, Venmo, and more

  • One-click imports from QuickBooks or CSV, plus catch-up bookkeeping and global search

Stay on Top of Compliance, Without the Stress

Forget chasing due dates. Otto AI software for accounting keeps your compliance and tax obligations running smoothly in the background.

  • Optional full-service tax filing - federal and state

  • Quarterly tax planning sessions with registered CPAs

  • Manage company formation, ownership, and legal docs all in one place

  • Ongoing audit checks and anomaly alerts keep you ahead of any issues

Otto AI Accounting Tracks Income
Keep Every Client on Track

Insights You Can Act On, In Real Time

Basic reports won’t cut it. Otto AI accounting software for small business delivers live dashboards, performance snapshots, and real explanations, so you always know where you stand.

  • Up-to-the-minute P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow views

  • KPI widgets reveal trends, risks, and outliers automatically

  • AI-powered transaction notes explain anything you’re unsure about

  • View all your businesses in one dashboard with multi-entity support

  • Secure storage vault with auto-backups to protect your records

How to Use Otto AI Accounting Software - 3-Step Process

Optimise your finances with an easy, automated process: connect, track, and be ready for tax season.

1
Step

Connect and Set Up

Click "Start for free". Securely connect your bank/credit card data, Stripe, PayPal, and (optionally) QuickBooks. Tell Otto about each entity, income flow, and any specific accounts (trust, transfer, etc.).

2
Step

Capture and Automate

Upload receipts to the dashboard or automatically forward invoices to your Otto inbox. Say goodbye to spreadsheets for good.

3
Step

Review, Decide, and Grow

Open the live dashboard to quote projects, plan your taxes, and pay yourself with confidence. Chat with a human bookkeeper or CPA inside the app for simple, jargon-free answers.

From Smart Categorization to Tax Prep—
Otto Has You Covered

Six built-in power features erase months of messy data, deliver compliant accounts in days, and set you up to stay current, no spreadsheets, no stress.

Historical Bookkeeping Catch-Up

Whether you're three months or three years out of date, Otto automatically imports and categorises thousands of past transactions in one process.

AI-Powered Reconciliation Engine

From receipts and bank feeds to PayPal, Stripe, and QuickBooks—our smart matching engine reconciles every penny quickly and accurately.

Tax-Ready Financial Reports

Receive polished profit & loss statements, balance sheets, and year-end packs—ready for filing by your accountant (or ours), with no last-minute stress.

Move to Ongoing Accounting

BOnce you’re caught up, simply switch over to Otto AI monthly bookkeeping service and keep your finances in check—no more falling behind.

Expert Review & Compliance Check

Every clean-up is reviewed and signed off by a qualified professional, ensuring accuracy and audit-readiness in line with UK standards.

Quick Turnaround with a Clear Plan

We’ll bring your records up to date in days—not weeks—with a transparent process and, where needed, guidance on penalties or interest risks.

Otto AI Accounting Software vs Other Platforms

Other accounting software ties you to clunky spreadsheets, hidden fees, and endless tabs. Otto AI accounting software centralises all bank feeds, categorisation, reconciliations, and expert review in one elegant dashboard. Replaces Collective, Keeper, Freshbooks, Quicken, Bench, Doola, Fincent, Finally and more.

Otto AI
Finally
Fincent
Collective
FreshBooks
Bank & Credit-Card Integration
24/7 Bank-Feed Reconciliation (Continuous Close)
Automatic Transaction Categorization
OOCR / AI Data Capture (receipts & invoices)
Multi-Platform Income Tracking (Venmo, PayPal, Zelle, etc.)
Real-Time Financial Statements & Dashboards
AI-Driven Tax Deduction Identification
AI Insights & KPI Dashboards
Chat-Based AI Accountant (Natural-Language Q&A)
Chain-of-Thought Explainability for Every Entry
Dedicated Controller-Led Finance Team
Bill-Pay & End-to-End A/P Automation
Revenue Reconciliation & POS-Deposit Matching
G/L Hygiene & Vendor-Deduplication Tools
Continuous Audit, Anomaly & Error Detection
Client Collaboration (smart mailroom / 1-click queries)
Multi-Entity / Departmental Consolidation
Secure Document Vault & Automated Backups (G-Drive integration)
Automated 1099 Vendor-Compliance & Filing Workflows
Entity Management (legal entities, ownership structures, compliance tasks)
Invoicing & Payment Tracking
Tax Planning & On-Demand CPA Support
On-Demand Expert Team Messaging (accountants, controllers & CPAs)
Tax Returns & Preparation
Catch-Up Bookkeeping

Total Finance Command Platform—
Launch to Year-End Close

End-to-end financial management that scales with every stage of your business.

Reviews are here.

Straight from our customers—how Otto is changing the way creative businesses manage money.

Owner of Photography Business

"The real-time insights from Otto have been incredible for managing cash flow and making decisions. The platform is easy to use, and the team is extremely top of everything.”

Preston Tietjen

Preston Tietjen

Creative Producer & Founder

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Accounting FAQs

What is accounting, and why does it matter for small businesses?

Accounting involves recording, sorting, and summarising your financial activity. For freelancers and small business owners, it’s crucial to track income from different sources, manage expenses, and stay across your cash flow.

How does AI accounting software make a difference?

AI accounting software streamlines your financial processes automating data entry, highlighting unusual transactions, and giving you up-to-date financial insights. Otto AI takes care of the grunt work so you can focus on strategy and growth.

Will AI replace human accountants?

Not at all. AI works alongside your finance team, not instead of them. Otto’s accounting AI software acts as a smart assistant, handling repetitive tasks while real professionals provide oversight and advice.

Is AI accounting software suitable for small businesses?

Definitely. Otto AI accounting software for small business is built to handle day-to-day bookkeeping and reporting with automation, helping time-poor business owners stay organised and make better financial calls.

Is it easy to use AI-based accounting software?

Yes. Otto AI interface is clean, modern, and built for non-accountants. Guided workflows and intuitive dashboards make managing your books simpler, no finance background needed.

What should I look for in AI software for accounting?

Choose a platform with real-time bank feeds, automatic categorisation, receipt matching, and strong reporting tools. Otto AI based accounting software is designed to support multiple revenue streams and evolving business needs.

How does AI accounting software help save time?

By automating bank reconciliations, receipt tracking, and monthly reporting, AI in accounting software reduces manual effort and cuts admin time significantly, so you can get back to running your business.

Can Otto AI help with tricky tax situations?

Yes. Otto keeps your records tidy and ready for tax time, with detailed reports you can pass to your accountant or use for self-filing. Optional tax prep services are also available if you need hands-on help.

How does AI reduce errors in accounting?

Otto AI software for accounting automatically flags discrepancies, reduces manual input, and checks for anomalies, making your accounts cleaner and more audit-ready with far less risk of mistakes.

Is AI accounting software cost-effective?

Absolutely. While pricing depends on the plan, Otto AI tools save time and reduce labour costs. With automation and expert support built in, it’s a smart investment for small businesses looking to scale without overextending.

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