What is the best accounting software for Irish small businesses?

staxo is purpose-built for Irish small businesses. Unlike international software like Xero or QuickBooks, staxo includes all Irish VAT rates (23%, 13.5%, 9%, 4.8%, 0%), direct Revenue compliance, and local support. Plans start at €49/month with a 14-day free trial.

How do I file VAT returns in Ireland?

With staxo, VAT returns are automatic. The software calculates your VAT liability using all Irish rates and generates VAT3 return data ready for submission to Revenue Online Service (ROS). What used to take hours now takes minutes.

Is staxo compliant with Irish Revenue requirements?

Yes, staxo is built specifically for Irish businesses. We support all Irish VAT rates (23%, 13.5%, 9%, 4.8%, 0%), generate VAT3 return data, and help you maintain records for the required 6-year retention period. All reports are audit-ready.

Can staxo help with sole trader accounting in Ireland?

Yes, staxo is perfect for sole traders. Our Starter plan at €49/month includes invoicing, VAT registration, VAT submissions, and tax filing to Revenue - everything a sole trader needs to stay compliant without complexity.

Does staxo support expense tracking for Irish businesses?

Yes, staxo includes full expense tracking with receipt scanning. Snap receipts with your phone, and expenses are automatically categorised with the correct VAT treatment. You can also upload receipts or forward email receipts.

Can my accountant access my staxo account?

Yes. With our Business plan at €499/month, you can invite your accountant as a user with read-only access. They'll see your books without you sending spreadsheets, making year-end accounts and tax returns much smoother.

What happens to my data if I cancel staxo?

You can export all your data at any time in standard formats (CSV, PDF). If you cancel, we keep your data for 30 days before deletion. For Revenue compliance (6-year retention), we recommend downloading records before cancelling.

Does staxo support multiple currencies?

Yes, you can invoice in any currency. All transactions are automatically converted to EUR for your books at the exchange rate on the transaction date, which is exactly what Revenue requires for Irish businesses.

How does expense tracking work in staxo?

Simply snap a photo of your receipt with your phone. staxo uses OCR to extract the details automatically and categorises the expense with the correct VAT treatment. You can also upload receipts from your computer or forward email receipts.

How do I get support if I'm stuck?

Email support is included on all plans. Professional and Business customers get priority support with faster response times. Business plan customers also get phone support and a dedicated account manager.

Is staxo better than Sage or Xero for Irish businesses?

staxo is specifically designed for Irish businesses, unlike Sage or Xero which are international products. staxo includes all Irish VAT rates built-in, Revenue compliance features, and local Irish support - making it the simpler choice for Irish sole traders and small businesses.

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Stop drowning in spreadsheets and receipts. staxo is Ireland's purpose-built accounting and tax software for freelancers, sole traders, contractors, and small limited companies. Create professional invoices, track expenses, file VAT returns, and stay 100% Revenue compliant — all in one place.

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Why Irish Businesses Choose staxo

Unlike generic accounting software (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage), staxo is built specifically for Irish tax law and Revenue requirements from day one.

🧾 Professional Invoicing

Create and send beautiful branded invoices in seconds. Automatic payment tracking, overdue reminders, multi-currency support (converted to EUR for your books), recurring invoices, and quote-to-invoice conversion.

📱 Expense Tracking & Receipt Scanning

Snap receipts with your phone — our OCR technology extracts the details automatically. Expenses are categorised with correct VAT treatment. Bank feed integration for real-time cash flow visibility.

📊 All Irish VAT Rates Built-In

staxo handles all 6 Irish VAT rates automatically:

23% — Standard rate (most goods and services)
13.5% — Reduced rate (construction, hospitality, hairdressing)
9% — Second reduced (newspapers, tourism)
4.8% — Livestock rate
5.5% — Flat-rate (farming)
0% — Zero rate (exports, children's clothing, food)

📝 VAT Returns Made Simple

Real-time VAT liability calculation. Generate your VAT3 return data ready for Revenue Online Service (ROS). Supports Intrastat reporting and VIES validation for EU customers. Never miss a deadline with automatic reminders.

📈 Financial Reports

Professional reports your accountant will love:

Profit & Loss Statement (monthly, quarterly, annual)
Balance Sheet
Cash Flow Statement
Aged Debtors (Accounts Receivable)
Tax-ready exports for accountants

✅ Revenue Compliance Built-In

6-year record retention as required by Irish law. Audit-ready documentation. P30/P35 payroll reporting. Income Tax support for sole traders. Corporation Tax support for limited companies.

👥 Payroll & Employees

Irish payroll made easy — calculate PAYE, PRSI, USC, and LPT automatically. Generate payslips, submit P30 returns to Revenue, and keep your employees happy with on-time payments.

🏢 Company Formation Services

Starting a business in Ireland? Register your Irish Limited Company (LTD) through staxo. We handle CRO filing, prepare your Constitution and company documents, and give you 3 months FREE accounting software to get you started.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

All prices in EUR. Cancel anytime. 14-day free trial on all plans — no credit card required.

Starter

€49/month

Best for: Sole traders and new freelancers

Up to 5 invoices per month
VAT registration support
VAT submission to Revenue
Tax filing assistance
1 user account
Email support

Who Uses staxo?

Freelancers — Designers, developers, writers, consultants, marketers
Sole Traders — Tradespeople, professionals, service providers
Contractors — IT contractors, agency workers, consultants
Small Limited Companies — 1-10 employee businesses

Industries We Serve

Professional Services • Creative Industries • Trades (plumbers, electricians, builders) • Health & Wellness • E-commerce • Technology & SaaS • Hospitality (cafés, restaurants, B&Bs)

What Our Customers Say

"Finally, accounting software that actually understands Irish tax. staxo saved me 5 hours a week on bookkeeping and my VAT returns are now stress-free."

— James O'Brien, IT Contractor, Dublin

"I registered my LTD through staxo and the whole process was seamless. The free months of accounting software helped me focus on building my business, not paperwork."

— Sarah Murphy, Founder, Cork

Frequently Asked Questions

What is staxo?

staxo is accounting and tax software specifically built for Irish small businesses. It handles invoicing, expense tracking, VAT returns, payroll, and full Revenue compliance — all in one platform.

What VAT rates does staxo support?

All Irish VAT rates: Standard (23%), Reduced (13.5%), Second Reduced (9%), Livestock (4.8%), Flat-rate (5.5%), and Zero (0%).

Is staxo compliant with Irish Revenue?

Yes, staxo is built specifically for Irish Revenue requirements including 6-year record retention, audit-ready documentation, and direct VAT3/P30/P35 submission support.

Can I try staxo for free?

Yes! All plans include a 14-day free trial with no credit card required. Just sign up and start using it immediately.

How is staxo different from Xero or QuickBooks?

Unlike Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage, staxo is built from the ground up for Irish tax law. We include all 6 Irish VAT rates, direct Revenue submission, and local Dublin-based support who understand Irish business.

Can I form a company through staxo?

Yes! staxo offers Irish Limited Company (LTD) formation services. We handle CRO filing, prepare all documents, and include 3 months free accounting software.

Can my accountant access staxo?

Yes, the Business plan includes an accountant portal with read-only access so your accountant can view your books without making changes.

Is my data secure?

Absolutely. staxo uses 256-bit SSL encryption, EU-based servers (GDPR compliant), and daily automated backups. Your data is safe with us.

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