Blog

22 January 2020

New features! The Bokio mobile app has been updated

Make keeping track of your receipts hassle-free with the Bokio mobile app. It’s built to save you time capturing your receipts. New features! Now you and your employees can submit your expenses straight from the app. Your employees get a dedicated… Read more

13 January 2020

New feature! Opening balances made easier

We’ve been working hard to bring you a new way of entering opening balances in Bokio. Now, you can add opening balances quickly and easily, making moving to Bokio even more simple. What’s changed? Opening balances are when you take balances from a… Read more

17 December 2019

New features! See file names on uploads via receipt inbox

In this week's release, we have a lot of updates to the To Do list. With improved matching bank transactions and invoices, credit cards as a default payment account and displaying file names and the subject line of the email message you upload from… Read more

18 November 2019

New feature! Bank feeds are here to save time

Now you can connect your bank to Bokio with bank feeds powered by Plaid. With bank feeds, you can automatically import transactions to your Bokio To do list and save even more time. How bank feeds work Bank feeds are really simple to set up, just… Read more

15 November 2019

How an entrepreneur took control of his finances by learning accounting

Before finding Bokio, entrepreneur Adrian worked with an accountant. Now, Adrian uses Bokio to manage his business finances, prepare his accounts for HMRC and get to grips with accounting. Adrian Adams founded two businesses; Treehouse Sessions and… Read more

28 October 2019

Join us at The Great British Business Show

We’re excited to announce that Bokio will be attending The Great British Business Show this November. Whether you have questions about accounting, finding out more about Bokio, or just want to say hi, it you can find us at stand 1503. When: 27 & 28… Read more

25 October 2019

What is cash flow and why is it important?

You’ve probably heard the term ‘cash flow’ mentioned when it comes to managing your finances, but what does it mean, and why is it so important for your small business? What is cash flow? Cash flow is the money moving in and out of a business. Cash… Read more

31 July 2019

What is a limited company and how do I set one up?

If you want to set up a business but don’t know whether a limited company is right for you, here’s a quick guide to help you get started. What is a limited company? A limited company is a profitable business. It is registered at Companies House. It… Read more

28 June 2019

Important accounting tasks for your small business

When you’re a small business owner you have a lot to do, but it’s important not to let accounting tasks slip or go unfinished. Keeping your finances up to date will let you know how your business is doing and will let you plan for long term success.… Read more

26 June 2019

How to write a business plan and small business budget

So you want to write a business plan and create a budget for your business, but where do you begin? From what to research, what your plan should include, and how to manage your finances, we’ll take you through it all step by step. Start with… Read more

18 June 2019

Custom colours are here! Personalise your invoices

Good looking invoices just got better! Now you can personalise the colour and layout of your invoice with our new launch. Personalised invoices look even more professional, and with this update to Bokio you can now change the colour theme of your… Read more

13 June 2019

5 ways to ruin your business

Running your business is a challenge. There’s a lot to manage, and sometimes it’s easy to miss tasks. But, missing important things to do can later prove fatal to your business. Here are 5 simple things you should stop doing to keep your business… Read more

6 June 2019

Flat Rate VAT Scheme guide

When you submit your VAT Return, there are different methods you can use. The Flat Rate VAT Return is a popular method with small businesses, but what is the Flat Rate Scheme and why could it be a good option for your business? What is the Flat Rate… Read more

14 May 2019

What is a chart of accounts and how does it work in accounting?

Why are there so many different bookkeeping accounts and what are they telling us? How do you keep track of all the different numbers? You can get your answers here. The chart of accounts is actually more structured than you might think! You can get… Read more

26 April 2019

Easy accounting tips for freelancers and sole traders

Whether you’ve just registered as a sole trader or are a seasoned professional, managing your finances can often often seem daunting. But, accounting doesn’t have to be difficult! Here are some simple tips to help get your accounting in order so you… Read more