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Accounting software refers to specialized computer programs designed to aid bookkeepers and accountants in efficiently recording and reporting financial transactions within a business. This software plays a pivotal role in optimizing various financial accounting processes, including tasks such as invoicing, billing, tax calculation, financial reporting, project management, and more. Utilized by bookkeepers, accounting professionals, and business owners alike, accounting software facilitates the seamless processing of accounting transactions and the management of accounts within an organization.
The core elements of accounting software encompass solutions and services. These software solutions play a vital role in streamlining financial accounting processes within businesses and managing day-to-day transactions to facilitate efficient bookkeeping. Accounting software types vary, including spreadsheets, commercial accounting software, enterprise accounting software, and customized accounting solutions. Deployment options for accounting software encompass both on-premise and cloud-based models, catering to enterprises of various sizes, from large corporations to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The diverse industry sectors utilizing accounting software span across BFSI, retail and e-commerce, manufacturing, IT and telecom, healthcare, government and public sectors, energy and utilities, media and entertainment, and other specialized verticals.
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The accounting software market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $18.4 billion in 2024 to $20.18 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 9.7%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to small and medium-sized enterprises (same) adoption, tax compliance requirements, integration with business systems.
The accounting software market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $33.72 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.7%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to advanced analytics and reporting, mobile accessibility, globalization and multi-currency support, industry-specific solutions. Major trends in the forecast period include artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) integration, mobile accounting apps, integration with fintech services, focus on user experience (UX) and designs, blockchain for enhanced security.
The growth of the accounting software market is being propelled by the rising demand for automation in accounting processes. Finance and accounting professionals worldwide are increasingly seeking ways to enhance the efficiency of their accounting processes, leading to a heightened demand for accounting software solutions. According to a 2022 survey conducted by Airbase, a spend management platform, involving nearly 200 finance and accounting professionals in the US, 78% of the respondents expressed that automation would have a positive impact on their growth. Additionally, 47% stated that the absence of automation was causing them to lose both time and money. Hence, the growing emphasis on automation in accounting processes is a key driver fueling the expansion of the accounting software market.
The surge in the uptake of cloud-based accounting solutions is a key driver propelling the expansion of the accounting software market. These solutions, which deliver accounting functionalities exclusively over the internet without the need for local installation or storage, offer enhanced scalability, accessibility, and cost-effectiveness. Notably, in September 2023, as reported by Xero, a prominent New Zealand-based provider of cloud-based accounting software, practices leveraging cloud accounting witnessed a notable uptick in revenues, with 74% experiencing growth, compared to only 41% among non-cloud users. Furthermore, 32% of these practices directly attributed their revenue growth to the adoption of cloud technology. Consequently, the growing embrace of cloud-based accounting solutions is a significant catalyst for the advancement of the accounting software market.
Major companies in the accounting software market are prioritizing the launch of advanced solutions, such as cloud-based accounting systems, to offer users easier access to their financial data, enhance collaboration, and lower costs. A cloud-based accounting solution is a software system that enables businesses to manage their financial transactions, bookkeeping, and reporting online, providing real-time access, collaboration, and updates from any location without requiring local installation or maintenance. For example, in September 2022, Intuit, a US-based financial software firm, introduced QuickBooks Online Advanced in the UK, specifically tailored for accounting professionals and growing small businesses. This cloud-based solution features advanced capabilities, including customizable performance tracking, automated backup and restoration options, and enhanced reporting tools that utilize AI to provide actionable insights, enabling users to streamline their financial management processes and enhance operational efficiency.
Key players in the accounting software market are strategically emphasizing innovative solutions, particularly the development of new cloud-based software, to cater to evolving client needs, enhance accessibility, and bolster data security. Cloud-based software, characterized by applications or programs hosted on remote servers and accessed through the internet, eliminates the need for local installation on individual devices. An illustrative example is Focus Softnet, an India-based software company, which introduced FocusLyte, its latest accounting software, in March 2023. This cloud-based system is adept at managing invoices and company payments, designed to meet the requirements of small and medium enterprises while also proving effective for enterprises with intricate financial accounting processes. Renowned for its user-friendly interface and comprehensive reporting capabilities, FocusLyte exemplifies the industry's commitment to leveraging cloud-based solutions for improved efficiency and client satisfaction.
In January 2022, BlackLine, a US-based leader in accounting automation software, acquired FourQ Systems for $165 million. This acquisition is intended to enhance intercompany financial management capabilities by automating traditionally manual processes, thereby improving operational efficiency for multinational corporations. It also enables clients to optimize their global tax strategies while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. FourQ Systems Inc. is a US-based company specializing in intercompany financial management technology.
Major companies operating in the accounting software market include Microsoft Corporation, Oracle Corporation, SAP SE, Intuit Inc., Infor Inc., The Sage Group plc, BKE Solutions LLC, Epicor Software Corporation, Xero Limited, Zoho Corporation Pvt. Ltd., Blackbaud Inc., Unit4 Business Software Limited, MYOB Group Pty Ltd, FreshBooks Inc., Wave Financial Inc., Tipalti Inc., FreeAgent Central Ltd., Reckon Limited, Red Wing Software Inc, Deskera Holdings Limited, Cougar Mountain Software Inc., Aplos Software LLC, AccountMate Software Corporation, Patriot Software LLC, Multiview Financial Software Inc., Acclivity Group LLC, Saasu Pty Ltd., Billy Solutions Inc., Kashoo Cloud Accounting Inc., ZarMoney Inc., Plooto Inc., 2ndsite Inc.
North America was the largest region in the accounting software market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the accounting software market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the accounting software market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The accounting software market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing online accounting software. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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