FreshBooks launches in the UK

By @GoSimpleTax

19 Feb 2020

bookkeeping-615384_1920.jpg

FreshBooks, the #2 small business accounting software in America, with paying customers in 100+ countries, today announced its official launch in the UK. To mark the launch, FreshBooks is announcing a new suite of features designed to help UK-based small businesses grow and succeed, while preparing for Making Tax Digital and future compliance requirements. 

While FreshBooks has been serving the UK market for more than a decade, recent customer growth has encouraged FreshBooks to increase its focus and investment in the region. In 2019, FreshBooks launched its VAT Return Report to help more small business owners prepare for Making Tax Digital compliance at tax time.

As part of its commitment to UK-based small business owners, FreshBooks now offers the following, with more updates planned for 2020: 

HMRC-approved Making Tax Digital for VAT, making it simple for small businesses to file their VAT return within the FreshBooks platform 

The ability to connect FreshBooks to bank accounts with the UK’s largest institutions -- including Barclays, HSBC UK, NatWest, Lloyds Banks, and Santander UK -- enabling small businesses to automatically import their bank account transactions and see a full picture of their financial health and tax time readiness 

Access to an ecosystem of 90+ world-class, complementary apps and integrations, including an integration with GoSimpleTax, a UK leader in online tax returns and self-assessment software 

Expanded support hours for FreshBooks’ UK-based customers, made possible by the recent opening of FreshBooks’ first international office in Amsterdam, Netherlands

#imakealiving, FreshBooks’ travelling event series for people who work for themselves, will be coming to the UK in May 2020 

“The UK is at the forefront of digital tax compliance and we’re eager to help small businesses rise to the challenge,” said Matt Baker, SVP of Corporate Development and International Expansion at FreshBooks. “We recognize that government requirements can be onerous and time-consuming for small businesses. We’re confident FreshBooks can help them save time and stay organized, with features specifically tailored to their needs.” 

Since 2004, FreshBooks has helped more than 20 million people and established itself as one of the world’s most popular accounting software platforms for small businesses. The company differentiates itself by offering ridiculously easy-to-use accounting software and delivering best-in-class customer service.

“FreshBooks is such an intuitive platform which makes it very easy to use. Running a small business can be overwhelming at times as you don’t always have the support and staff that larger companies have. FreshBooks’ many features and readily available customer service take some of this pressure away,” says Aylar Farro, co-founder of Trekaya Jewellery in London, UK.

Along with FreshBooks’ world-class customer service, the platform connects with more than 90 apps and integrations that make it easier than ever to run a business, including GoSimpleTax.

“We’re excited to be able to join FreshBooks in their growing commitment to UK small businesses,” said Amanda Swales, director of GoSimpleTax. “Making Tax Digital is on the horizon and we’re at the forefront of this change, ensuring the transition will be seamless. The integration with FreshBooks enables small businesses to calculate tax owed and submit directly to HMRC at the push of a button.”

FreshBooks’ launch in the UK follows the company’s recent partnership with telecommunications and internet service provider, Three UK. Announced in April 2019, FreshBooks is a key partner of Three UK’s Three Means Business, a mobile offering designed to meet the needs of small business owners and entrepreneurs. The offering includes a free six-month subscription to FreshBooks, as well as one of the most data-friendly mobile contracts in the market.

In February 2019, FreshBooks announced the addition of bank reconciliation and double-entry accounting to its software, enabling its customers to scale on FreshBooks with confidence and work seamlessly with an accountant. In August 2019, FreshBooks announced JPMorgan Chase & Co. made a strategic investment in the company. Most recently, FreshBooks announced the opening of its first international offices in Amsterdam, Netherlands and Raleigh, North Carolina, USA.

Latest news

1

University of Central Lancashire celebrates hat-trick of wins at Educate North Awards University of Central Lancashire winners at Educate North Award Winners 2025

University of Central Lancashire celebrates hat-trick of wins at Educate North Awards

04 Apr 2025

2

The Villa’s sister venue shuts its doors The Villa Levens and The VillaWrea Green (Image credit: The Villa Levens and The Villa Wrea Green)

The Villa’s sister venue shuts its doors

04 Apr 2025

3

PM urged not to retaliate over tariffs Manufacturing

PM urged not to retaliate over tariffs

03 Apr 2025

4

CMAC Group appoints Matthew Ratcliffe as chief operating officer Matthew Ratcliffe CMAC

CMAC Group appoints Matthew Ratcliffe as chief operating officer

03 Apr 2025

5

For sale signs at The Villa Villa Wrea Green has been brought to market (Image credit: The Villa Wrea Green)

For sale signs at The Villa

02 Apr 2025

Pc Prestonmacan Gif980x120 March
Background image for hub sign up block

LBV Hub

Leverage Lancashire Business View platforms

Post your news
Post your events
Post your offers
Build your network
Improve your SEO
Gain coverage in the magazine
Sign-up
Events
Lancashire Net Zero Carbon Conference
Net Zero Carbon Social 1200px
Networking
18 Jun 2025

Lancashire Net Zero Carbon Conference

Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort, Burnley, BB12 0RT

08:30 - 13:00

CMI Level 5 Management and Leadership Course
UCLanAerialCampus.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Seminars
21 Feb 2025 - 21 Feb 2026

CMI Level 5 Management and Leadership Course

Preston Campus, Preston , PR1 2HE

09:00 - 17:00

CMI Level 5 Project Management Course
UCLanAerialCampus.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Seminars
21 Feb 2025 - 21 Feb 2026

CMI Level 5 Project Management Course

Preston Campus, Preston, PR1 2HE

08:00 - 17:00

RISE - The Academy for Female Leaders and Managers
WENDY BOWERS RISE Illustrstion copy.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Seminars
02 Apr 2025 - 08 Oct 2025

RISE - The Academy for Female Leaders and Managers

East Lancashire Chamber of Commerce, Clayton le Moors, BB5 5JR

09:00 - 15:30

The Business Network Central & East Lancashire
LBV Hub Networking
24 Apr 2025 - 24 Apr 2025

The Business Network Central & East Lancashire

Stanley House, Blackburn, BB2 7NP

11:30 - 14:15

People Power: Exclusive Event Series
Stay ahead in 2025.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Seminars
29 Apr 2025 - 29 Apr 2025

People Power: Exclusive Event Series

People's History Museum, Manchester, M3 3ER

17:00 - 21:00

Planning for the future + navigating Inheritance Tax changes
Planning for the future + navigating Inheritance Tax changes for website.png.png
LBV Hub Seminars
01 May 2025 - 01 May 2025

Planning for the future + navigating Inheritance Tax changes

Stanley House Hotel, Mellor, Blackburn, BB2 7NP, Blackburn, BB2 7NP

08:00 - 10:30

A night at the races
1.png.png
LBV Hub Dinners / Balls
02 May 2025 - 02 May 2025

A night at the races

Morecambe FC, Morecambe, LA4 4TB

19:00 - 23:59

Innovating business solutions through PhD Partnerships
30478 Skills Bootcamp open day setting.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Networking
07 May 2025 - 07 May 2025

Innovating business solutions through PhD Partnerships

University of Central Lancashire, Preston , PR1 2HE

14:30 - 15:30

Celebrating 50 years of KTP
UCLanAerialCampus.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Networking
07 May 2025 - 07 May 2025

Celebrating 50 years of KTP

University of Central Lancashire , Preston, PR1 2HE

16:00 - 18:00

Research and Knowledge Exchange Showcase
13421_research_knowledge_exchange_2025_600x300.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Awards
07 May 2025 - 08 May 2025

Research and Knowledge Exchange Showcase

University of Central Lancashire , Preston, PR1 2HE

09:00 - 17:00

Making changes to everyday activities to reduce your carbon footprint
uclan drone_0085.jpg.jpg
LBV Hub Networking
08 May 2025 - 08 May 2025

Making changes to everyday activities to reduce your carbon footprint

University of Central Lancashire, Preston , PR1 2HE

14:00 - 15:30

Advertise with us

Reaching 50,000 members, our print, digital and event platforms offer a fantastic way to raise your business profile and help you grow.

Find out more Lbv121 Online Graphic
Subscribe now

Weekly news bulletin