LiveCosts

Construction Accounting Software

Bridge the Gap between Project Costs and Accounting

LiveCosts provides an easy-to-use platform to track project costs without exposing sensitive accounting data. Empower your team to contribute while keeping your financials secure and streamlined with seamless integration to your accounting software.

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Are you struggling with ?

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No Job/Project Costing​

Most accounting systems aren’t built to track individual project costs in real time, leaving work arounds

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Limited Collaboration

Sensitive financial data means your wider team cant access accounting systems, making it harder for everyone to contribute

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Disconnected Workflows

Key project data often has to be manually kept in spreadsheets, increasing the risk of errors and inefficiencies.

Accounting Integration

Xero

Livecosts seamlessly connects your project costs to your Xero account.

With over 4.2 million subscribers, Xero is trusted by small businesses, accountants and bookkeepers locally and around the world. 

What are the Benefits of using Livecosts with Xero?
  • Sync Suppliers, tax rates, accounts, and tracking categories
  • Align tracking categories with Livecosts projects
  • Team collaborates in Livecosts with costs posted to Xero
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Accounting Integration

QuickBooks

LiveCosts seamlessly connects your construction project costs to your QuickBooks Online account.

What are the Benefits of using LiveCosts with QuickBooks?
  • Sync Suppliers, tax rates, accounts, classes and projects
  • Align QB's projects with Livecosts projects
  • Team collaborates in Livecosts with costs posted to QB's
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Accounting Integration

Sage

Online accounting software to drive your small business forward.

Quick to set up. Easy to use. Automates billing and invoicing. Sage Accounting syncs with your bank software and offers a real-time overview of your business finances.

What are the Benefits of using LiveCosts with Sage ?
  • Works with Sage Accounting Online & Sage 50 Uk
  • Align Sage projects / dept with Livecosts projects
  • Team collaborates in Livecosts with costs posted to Sage
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Bulk Accounting

Don’t see your accounting software here? Ask our sales team about our bulk download / upload feature.

We have created many invoice / purchase order downloads in the Excel import format that your package requires. Bulk invoice downloads / uploads can save a huge amount of time by preventing double entry.

Unlock the tools your accounting software wasn’t designed to do.

What Our Customers Say

“The most beneficial aspect of LiveCosts has to be the cost and reports for each project and the live profit margins. They’re being shown right there on the home page once you log in so it’s easy and clear to see all the real-time information with the reports just being pulled up within minutes”.

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FAQ's

How is the Integration Set up ?

Initially all Suppliers, Tax Rates, Charts of Accounts and Tracking Categories are imported into LiveCosts so both softwares are aligned.

How does construction accounting software differ from general accounting software?

Unlike general accounting software, construction accounting software is tailored to handle the unique aspects of the construction industry, such as job costing and retainage

What are the key features to look for in construction accounting software?

Essential features include job costing, project budgeting, invoicing, purchasing and integration capabilities with other systems.

Can construction accounting software integrate with other programs?

Yes, integration ensures that financial data moves smoothly between different programs without the need for double-entry. This leads to real-time financial data sharing across platforms, making your job easier and more efficient.

How does it Work together ?

Projects and budgets are created in Livecosts and all costs are posted here first. When allocated to a budget costs can be sent to accounts.

Is construction accounting software suitable for small contractors?

Yes, there are construction accounting software options tailored for small contractors, offering essential features at a lower cost.

What are the benefits of using cloud-based construction accounting software?

Cloud-based solutions offer real-time access to financial data, allowing teams to collaborate effectively, regardless of location.

How can construction accounting software improve project management?

By providing real-time insights into project finances, these tools help in making informed decisions, ensuring projects stay within budget and on schedule.