QuickBooks Desktop for Contractors
Job costing and accounting tools for contractors.
Overview
QuickBooks Desktop for Contractors provides construction-specific features on top of the standard QuickBooks accounting platform. It helps contractors with job costing, estimating, and creating industry-specific reports to manage their finances and project profitability.
✨ Key Features
- Job Costing
- Estimates & Invoices
- Change Orders
- Job Status Reports
- Payroll Management
- Expense Tracking
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Familiar QuickBooks interface
- Strong core accounting features
- Large ecosystem of integrations
Unique Value: Provides industry-specific job costing and reporting features within the widely-used and familiar QuickBooks accounting platform.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Contractors who are already familiar with the QuickBooks ecosystem.
- Businesses that need strong accounting with basic job costing features.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Large construction companies with complex project management needs.
- Companies that require a cloud-based solution with real-time collaboration.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers more contractor-specific features than standard QuickBooks, but is less comprehensive in project management than dedicated construction software like Procore or Buildertrend.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise plan tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: NA
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