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Make it easy for your customers to pay by accepting multiple payment options all directly via your existing invoices.

Variable Recurring Payments

No matter your product or service, Pinch offers flexibility and variance with how you collect payment to help you get paid on time, every time.

Pre-Approvals & Payment Plans

Allow your customers to set pre-approval thresholds for smaller, frequent payments or split larger invoices into payment plans.

Payment Challenges for Accounting & Bookkeeping Firms

Accounting and bookkeeping firms are increasingly expected to advise on cash flow, automation, and financial operations - including payments.

But many firms lack a secure, scalable payment platform for accountants that they can confidently implement for their clients.

Common challenges include:

Clients manually invoicing and chasing payments
No automated direct debit setup for recurring client services
Reconciliation issues within Xero
Clients storing card details insecurely
PCI compliance and data security concerns
Limited visibility over failed or overdue payments
No embedded payment workflows inside accounting systems
Missed opportunities to add value beyond compliance work

Without the right accountant payment solutions, firms can’t fully support clients with modern, automated financial operations.

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How Pinch Supports Accounting & Bookkeeping Firms

Pinch helps accounting and bookkeeping firms automate payment collection for their clients while reducing internal admin. By integrating with your existing accounting software and workflows, Pinch powers the payment layer - without changing how you manage invoices or client relationships.

With Pinch, you can:

Implement recurring direct debit and card payments across your client base
Automate retainer and subscription billing
Reduce manual reconciliation with seamless accounting integrations
Automatically retry failed payments to minimise revenue leakage
Provide clients with secure, PCI-compliant payment processing
Send SMS or email payment links for one-off services
Track payments in real time across multiple clients

Instead of chasing payments or troubleshooting overdue invoices, your firm can focus on advisory and growth - while payments process automatically in the background.

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Impeccable customer service + technical wizardry. Onboarding was a breeze with clear and straightforward instructions. The portal is refreshingly well made and easy to use. Being able to send pre-approvals to collect payment information is great for us so we don't waste time setting clients up for payment and most importantly reconciliations are done automatically via the terrific Xero integration! If you are looking to take the next step with your business' billing solutions, I highly recommend you give Pinch a go - their system and workflows mesh so well with ours that it's opened so many possibilities with us to further improve our processes and in some cases even think about new pricing models.

Moe, Online Marketing Gurus

Signed up as I wanted another payment option for my clients and was surprised how easy the app is to use. The flexibility it gives my clients on payments is awesome.

Monika, Ashawed Accounting

Forced into looking for a change by a sudden decision by the existing provider to charge a minimum monthly fee which was 4 times what I had been paying I found and implemented Pinch. Super easy to set up and no hidebound bureaucracy such as encountered from banks. Have been using Pinch for 6 weeks and no issues to date. Particularly like the way it collects monthly subscriptions without any interaction from me. Data flows to Xero accurately and in a timely way. Would thoroughly recommend.

Stella, 1 to 1 Mobile Computer Training

The team at Pinch have been amazing and I couldn't recommend them more highly. Paul and Bill have been great in helping me setup the payments system and integrate it into my business. Always available to help and quick to pick up the phone. Thanks Pinch

David, StudentPay

We have recently signed up with Pinch and can't believe how easy and efficiently it integrated with Xero accounts. Also love the auto-reconcile of payment fees. Pinch also makes it very easy for our clients to pay their bills. Thank you Blake for all your help. We would definitely recommend Pinch!

Valerie, Infinite Print

We've tried and tested out dozens of payment solutions over the years at Digit both with our business, and in helping other businesses move to digital payments. The team at Pinch have been amazing at finding technical solutions to meet bespoke needs. They've helped us leverage their Xero capabilities for variable billing, combined with the ability to push in through their API payer details when people sign our agreements. They're the perfect balance of automation combined with customisation, backed by a super attentive team. Can't recommend them highly enough.

Andrew, Digit Business

Resources for Accounting and Bookkeeping Professionals

Knowledgebase

Find step-by-step guides, FAQs, and help articles to get the most out of Pinch Payments and manage billing efficiently.

Partner Hub

Access resources, referral tools, and information to help you support your clients and grow with the Pinch Partner Program.

Video Tutorials

Watch quick walkthroughs and tutorials that show how to use Pinch Payments, automate workflows, and integrate with Xero.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can accounting firms simplify PCI compliance and improve payment security?

To ensure PCI compliance and enhance data security, accounting firms should adopt a PCI-compliant payment processing solution. These solutions securely tokenize card information, automate recurring payments, and integrate seamlessly with accounting software like Xero. This eliminates the need for handling sensitive payment data directly and protects both the firm and its clients.

How can accountants automate client payment workflows?

Accounting firms can automate client payments by using payment processing platforms that integrate with their existing invoicing systems, such as Xero. Features like automated recurring billing, payment retries, and direct debit ensure payments are collected on time without manual intervention, reducing overdue invoices and administrative workload.

What’s the best way for accountants to integrate payment solutions with Xero?

The best solution for accountants looking to integrate payments with Xero is a platform like Pinch, which connects directly to the accounting software. This integration allows for automatic invoicing, payment reconciliation, and real-time tracking, saving time while ensuring accuracy in client billing and payments.

How does direct debit work for accounting firms?

Direct debit is a secure way to collect recurring payments automatically from clients once authorized. Accounting firms can set up regular payment schedules for services such as retainers or ongoing subscriptions. With direct debit, payments are processed on time without manual intervention, ensuring better cash flow and fewer overdue invoices.

Can payment automation APIs be used in accounting software?

Yes, payment automation APIs can be seamlessly integrated into accounting software to streamline payment processing. Pinch’s API allows accounting firms to embed secure payment systems directly into their platforms, offering automated recurring payments while maintaining PCI compliance and high data security standards.

How can accounting and bookkeeping firms reduce manual payment processing and improve efficiency?

By adopting automated payment systems that integrate with accounting software like Xero or QuickBooks, firms can drastically reduce manual tasks. Features like automated invoicing, direct debit for recurring payments, and payment reminders help streamline workflows, save time, and ensure payments are collected on time.

What are the benefits of using automated billing systems for accounting firms with subscription-based clients?

Automated billing systems help accounting firms manage subscription-based clients by automating recurring billing cycles. This ensures that payments are processed on time, reducing late fees and improving cash flow. With integration to accounting software, automated systems also reduce the need for manual tracking and reconciliation.