{"id":121712,"date":"2026-04-17T15:09:42","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T13:09:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.applus-erp.de\/wissen\/glossar\/accounting-software\/"},"modified":"2026-05-15T15:22:59","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T13:22:59","slug":"accounting-software","status":"publish","type":"glossar","link":"https:\/\/www.applus-erp.de\/en\/knowledge\/glossary\/accounting-software\/","title":{"rendered":"Accounting software"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group summary-block is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"nomarginheadline\">What is accounting software?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accounting software is not a glamorous affair &#8211; but one that hardly any company can do without. This refers to specialized applications that systematically record and evaluate financial business transactions. It ensures that bookkeeping complies with the law and that operational decisions are based on reliable figures. In many companies, it is closely interlinked with related processes such as invoicing and controlling, often as part of an integrated ERP system.   <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In which areas is accounting software used?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accounting software works across all industries and adapts to a wide range of company sizes. Typical application scenarios can be found in: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Production companies with connection to merchandise management systems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Retail and wholesale companies with high document volumes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Service companies that work on a project basis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Start-ups that need scalable processes right from the start<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Associations and organizations with accountability obligations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scope of services of modern accounting software<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What such software actually does depends on the provider and solution. Typically, the following areas can be mapped: <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Invoicing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preparation and dispatch of quotations and invoices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Management of open items<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automated dunning runs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Document entry and account management<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Digital capture of incoming and outgoing documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>GoBD-compliant archiving<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bank integration and automatic payment reconciliation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tax functions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preparation of the advance VAT return<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support with E\u00dcR or accounting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Export formats for collaboration with tax firms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Reporting and controlling<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Profit and loss account (P&amp;L)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business analyses (BWA)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Liquidity planning and cash flow presentations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Collaboration<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>User and rights management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tax consultant access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Logging of all booking transactions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>System integration<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>API-based connections for individual extensions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interfaces to ERP systems, online stores or payment service providers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6acadcaf49f38&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6acadcaf49f38\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"832\" height=\"636\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/www.applus-erp.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/buchhaltungssoftware-glossar-infografik.png\" alt=\"Infographic on the functions of modern accounting software with a focus on system integration and invoicing.\" class=\"wp-image-120832\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.applus-erp.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/buchhaltungssoftware-glossar-infografik.png 832w, https:\/\/www.applus-erp.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/buchhaltungssoftware-glossar-infografik-300x229.png 300w, https:\/\/www.applus-erp.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/buchhaltungssoftware-glossar-infografik-768x587.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 832px) 100vw, 832px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advantages in business operations<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The practical benefits quickly become apparent: standard processes such as <strong>tax calculations or document entry<\/strong> run rule-based in the background without anyone having to intervene manually. At the same time, compliance <strong>with legal regulations such as GoBD and GDPR<\/strong> is not a downstream compliance issue, but an integral part of the software architecture. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because all data is available in real time, <strong>finances and liquidity can be managed in a much better way<\/strong> than with delayed evaluations. And as the company grows, the software usually grows with it, whether through new clients, additional users or international expansion. <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Without accounting software<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>With accounting software<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Manual data entry<\/td><td>Automated processes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Delayed evaluations<\/td><td>Real-time data<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>High susceptibility to errors<\/td><td>Rule-based security<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>High administrative effort<\/td><td>Efficient processes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Difficult scaling<\/td><td>Growth possible without any problems<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Integration into ERP systems<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accounting software can be operated as a stand-alone solution, but often only develops its full potential as part of an ERP system. The reason: all departments work on a <strong>shared database<\/strong>, transfers between merchandise management, project management and accounting take place without media discontinuity and master data only needs to be maintained once.  In concrete terms, this means<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Standardized database across departments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Media seamless transfer between merchandise management, project management and accounting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Central master data maintenance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automated workflow from invoice to posting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A concrete example makes this tangible:<\/strong> A sales employee sends an order confirmation to a customer. While she is still preparing her next appointment, the software has already created an invoice from it, posted it in Financial Accounting and transferred the figures to Controlling. 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It helps to efficiently fulfill legal requirements and create financial transparency &#8211; with significantly less administrative effort. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to grow and value reliable financial data, an integrated accounting solution is not just a nice extra, but a <strong>strategic success factor<\/strong>. Ideally, it should be embedded in an ERP system that connects all relevant areas of the company. <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group summary-block-outline is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"nomarginheadline\">Webinar on finance and accounting in an ERP system<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We will show you how to fully automate your accounting system from document entry to receipt of payment, live in the APplus ERP system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/app.livestorm.co\/asseco-solutions\/beschleunigte-prozesse-mit-applus-finanz-und-rechnungswesen\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Register now<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-custom-faq-accordion\"><div class=\"faqab\"><h2 class=\"faqab-title\">Frequently asked questions about accounting:<\/h2><div class=\"faqab-accordion\"><div class=\"faqab-item\"><details><summary class=\"faqab-question\"><div class=\"faqab-question-header\"><div class=\"faqab-question-text\"><h2 class=\"faqab-h4\">When is it worth integrating accounting software into an ERP system?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"faqab-question-icon\"><span class=\"faqab-icon faqab-icon-opened\"><svg width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 9L12 15L18 9\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" transform=\"rotate(180 12 12)\"><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"faqab-icon faqab-icon-closed\"><svg width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 9L12 15L18 9\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/summary><div class=\"faqab-answer\"><div>As soon as several departments regularly work with the same data, integration pays off. Those who previously managed quotations, stock levels and invoices in separate systems lose time and risk errors. An integrated ERP solves precisely this problem.  <\/div><\/div><\/details><\/div><div class=\"faqab-item\"><details><summary class=\"faqab-question\"><div class=\"faqab-question-header\"><div class=\"faqab-question-text\"><h2 class=\"faqab-h4\">What is the difference between accounting software and an ERP system?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"faqab-question-icon\"><span class=\"faqab-icon faqab-icon-opened\"><svg width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 9L12 15L18 9\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" transform=\"rotate(180 12 12)\"><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"faqab-icon faqab-icon-closed\"><svg width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 9L12 15L18 9\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/summary><div class=\"faqab-answer\"><div>Accounting software focuses on financial processes. An ERP system goes further: it combines accounting, merchandise management, project management and other areas of the company on a common database. Accounting is usually one of several modules.  <\/div><\/div><\/details><\/div><div class=\"faqab-item\"><details><summary class=\"faqab-question\"><div class=\"faqab-question-header\"><div class=\"faqab-question-text\"><h2 class=\"faqab-h4\">Is accounting software GoBD-compliant?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"faqab-question-icon\"><span class=\"faqab-icon faqab-icon-opened\"><svg width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 9L12 15L18 9\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" transform=\"rotate(180 12 12)\"><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"faqab-icon faqab-icon-closed\"><svg width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 9L12 15L18 9\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/summary><div class=\"faqab-answer\"><div>Reputable providers integrate the GoBD requirements directly into their software. Among other things, this means audit-proof archiving of receipts and complete logging of all posting processes. Nevertheless, companies should check whether the chosen solution is explicitly certified as GoBD-compliant.  <\/div><\/div><\/details><\/div><div class=\"faqab-item\"><details><summary class=\"faqab-question\"><div class=\"faqab-question-header\"><div class=\"faqab-question-text\"><h2 class=\"faqab-h4\">Can accounting software replace a tax consultant?<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"faqab-question-icon\"><span class=\"faqab-icon faqab-icon-opened\"><svg width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 9L12 15L18 9\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" transform=\"rotate(180 12 12)\"><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"faqab-icon faqab-icon-closed\"><svg width=\"32\" height=\"32\" viewbox=\"0 0 32 32\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 9L12 15L18 9\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><\/path><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/summary><div class=\"faqab-answer\"><div>No. But it can make collaboration much more efficient. 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