What expense category does Sage Intacct fall under?

Audrey CarrollAudrey Carroll, Senior Manager, Accounting, Ramp

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When you're managing business expenses, figuring out where to categorize software like Sage Intacct can be tricky. Let's break down how Sage Intacct fits into your expense categories to keep your financial records clear and organized.

Classifying Sage Intacct expenses

Sage Intacct is a cloud-based financial management and accounting software. When categorizing expenses related to Sage Intacct, consider the following classifications:

  • Software subscriptions: Regular subscription fees for using Sage Intacct's services.
  • Financial management tools: Expenses associated with tools that help manage your company's finances.
  • Accounting software licenses: Costs for licensing the accounting software for your business.
  • Implementation and setup fees: One-time costs for setting up Sage Intacct, including any consultant fees.
  • Training expenses: Fees for training your team to use the software effectively.

Examples of Sage Intacct expenses

Here are some typical expenses you might have with Sage Intacct:

  • Monthly or annual subscription fees: The regular cost of accessing Sage Intacct's cloud services.
  • Add-on modules: Extra fees for additional features like project management or time and expense tracking.
  • User license expansions: Costs when you add more users to your Sage Intacct account.
  • Support and maintenance fees: Expenses for ongoing customer support and software updates.
  • Custom integrations: Charges for integrating Sage Intacct with other tools your business uses.

For example, if your company pays $500 per month for Sage Intacct's subscription and an additional $200 for an extra module, you'd categorize these as software subscription expenses.

Tax implications of Sage Intacct

When tax season rolls around, how you categorize your Sage Intacct expenses can make a big difference. Here are some key points to consider:

  • Deductible business expenses: Software subscriptions like Sage Intacct are usually considered ordinary and necessary business expenses, making them tax-deductible.
  • Capital vs. expense: One-time setup fees might need to be capitalized (added to your balance sheet) and depreciated over time, instead of being expensed immediately.

Keep detailed records and receipts for all your software expenses to support your deductions. Tax laws can vary, so it's a good idea to check with a tax advisor to make sure you're handling these expenses correctly. Proper classification can help you maximize deductions and stay on the right side of tax regulations.

Let Ramp automate your expense process

Managing and categorizing expenses like Sage Intacct doesn't have to be a headache. Ramp can automate the entire process, from tracking subscriptions to syncing with your accounting software. With real-time expense coding and custom fields, Ramp simplifies your financial management, so you can focus on growing your business.

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Steve Padis

SVP Finance & Strategy, Barry's

The information provided in this article does not constitute legal or financial advice and is for general informational purposes only. Please check with an attorney or financial advisor to obtain advice with respect to the content of this article.

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