Africa's leading SME accounting platform

Manage your entire business finance from one place

The all-in-one accounting software that simplifies finance for SMEs, startups and growing businesses across Africa.

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Trusted by over 20,000+ businesses across Africa

Business Overview — April 2025 Live
Revenue
₵84,200
Expenses
₵31,500
Profit
₵52,700
Monthly revenue trend
Recent invoices
Akwaaba Fine Foods₵12,400
Banana Bread Ghana₵8,750Pending
Msimps Ltd₵6,200
20,000+
Businesses
15+
Countries
180+
Invoice destinations
99.9%
Uptime
24/7
Support
Platform features

Everything your business needs, built in

Six powerful tools designed to handle every corner of your business finances; no spreadsheets, no stress.

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Accounting

Full double-entry bookkeeping, bank reconciliation, and real-time financial reports, balance sheets, P&L, cash flow and more. Know your numbers at a glance.

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POS

A fast, intuitive point-of-sale system built for African businesses. Accept cash, mobile money and card payments, manage your till, and sync sales to your books automatically.

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Invoice

Create professional, tax-compliant invoices in seconds and send them to 180+ countries. Set up automated recurring billing and get paid faster with built-in payment links.

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Payroll

Process employee salaries, calculate statutory deductions, and generate payslips automatically. Stay compliant with local tax regulations and pay your team on time, every time.

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Business credit

Access working capital and credit facilities directly from your Built dashboard. Your financial data works for you, faster approvals, better rates, and flexible repayments.

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CFO AI

Your on-demand virtual CFO. Built's AI analyses your financial data, flags risks, forecasts cash flow, and delivers strategic insights, like having a CFO without the salary.

Virtual Accountant
Meet your virtual accountant

A dedicated finance expert, available any time

Built has expertise available to give every business owner access to professional financial guidance including tax and compliance support. Your virtual accountant learns your business, monitors your finances, and is always a message away.

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Real-time financial monitoring

Your virtual accountant watches your books around the clock and alerts you to anything that needs attention.

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Intelligent cash flow forecasting

See future cash positions based on your current data and get smart recommendations to stay healthy.

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Sales Tax and Corporate Tax reporting

Save your businesses by maintaining "clean books" year-round, which prevents the need for expensive, last-minute forensic accounting right before the filing deadline.

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Tax & compliance guidance

Stay on top of your obligations with automated reminders and step-by-step filing support year-round.

What you get

Built for business owners

Every feature in Built is designed to save you time, protect your money and help you grow — even if you've never opened a ledger.

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Access Built from any device, anywhere

Built's cloud-based platform means your office is wherever you are. Update your books on the go as easily as checking your messages. Log in from your phone, tablet or laptop.

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Real people, real support, whenever you need us

A dedicated team available via live chat, phone, video and in-person visits. We stay with you until every issue is resolved. Your true and reliable business partner.

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Stay investor-ready with accurate financial reports

Access balance sheets, cash flow statements, profit and loss reports and more, all in one place. Know exactly where your business stands and stay investor-ready at any time.

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Your data is always protected

Bank-level encryption, 24/7 monitoring and automatic backups. Registered with the Data Protection Commission (Reg: DP19100003095B). Your data is safe, compliant and always recoverable.

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Stay tax-ready, all year round

Tax season without the panic. Generate filing-ready reports in a single click. Keep all your relevant tax data organised and up to date. File with confidence, anytime.

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Automated recurring invoicing

Set up automated recurring invoices for clients you bill regularly. Save time, get paid faster and never miss a billing cycle again.

How it works

Up and running in under 10 minutes

Built is designed so any business owner can take control of their finances from day one, no accounting background needed.

1

Sign up for free

Create your account at built.africa in minutes. No credit card required to get started.

2

Set up your business

Our onboarding team walks you through setup and configures everything for your business.

3

Import your data

Migrate existing records seamlessly. Built handles the heavy lifting so nothing is lost.

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Built runs your books

Sit back while Built tracks expenses, runs payroll and keeps your reports up to date automatically.

Pricing

Simple, transparent pricing, no hidden charges

Choose a plan that suits the size and nature of your business. All plans billed quarterly. Save up to 20% monthly.

30-day free trial · No credit card required · Cancel anytime
Basic
₵75/mo

For solo founders and new businesses. Min. 6-month subscription.

  • Accounting & bookkeeping
  • Up to 50 invoices/month
  • Basic financial reports
  • Mobile app access
  • Email support
Most popular
Starter
₵120/mo

For growing SMEs ready to scale. Min. 6-month subscription.

  • Everything in Starter
  • Unlimited invoices
  • Payroll for up to 20 staff
  • POS integration
  • CFO AI insights
  • Live chat & phone support
Enterprise
₵150/mo

For established businesses with complex needs. Tailored plans available.

  • Everything in Growth
  • Business credit access
  • Dedicated account manager
  • In-person onboarding
  • Multi-entity support
  • Advanced API access

Basic subscriptions start from 6 months and above. All plans billed quarterly.

20,000+
Businesses
15+
Countries
180+
Invoice destinations
Customer stories

Trusted by businesses across Africa

Don't take our word for it, hear from business owners who use Built every day.

★★★★★

"Built makes my life and my business so easy to run. From tracking expenses to sales and reports, everything is streamlined. I'd definitely recommend their accounting and bookkeeping services to anyone looking to scale."

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Mabel Simpson
Team Lead, Msimps
★★★★★

"I no longer struggle with my inventory. Built has made numbers easy, and I never run out of stock because I'm always updated. It's truly been a saviour for us. Try Built out now."

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Samuel Owuradu Agyapong
Founder & Head Chef, Banana Bread Ghana
★★★★★

"Built had everything we were looking for. The data migration was seamless, and the platform gives insights we need to make fast, informed management decisions. Built is truly a friend to every SME."

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Mildred Akotia
Founder & CEO, Akwaaba Fine Foods
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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Built. Can't find an answer? Our team is ready to help.

What is small business accounting software?+
Small business accounting software is a digital tool that helps business owners manage their finances — from invoicing and expense tracking to payroll and financial reporting. Built is a simple, cloud-based accounting platform that gives SMEs, startups and growing businesses a complete 360° view of their finances in one place.
How do I calculate taxes on my invoices with Built?+
Built automatically calculates taxes on your invoices based on your business location and tax settings. Stay tax compliant effortlessly, no manual calculations needed.
Do I need accounting software for my small business?+
Yes — if you want to save time, reduce errors and stay on top of your finances, accounting software is essential. Built automates your bookkeeping, tracks your expenses and generates financial reports so you can focus on growing your business instead of managing spreadsheets.
Is my financial data safe on Built?+
Absolutely. Built protects your data with bank-level encryption, 24/7 monitoring and automatic backups. We are registered with the Data Protection Commission — Registration No: DP19100003095B — so your data is always safe, compliant and recoverable.
Can I access Built from my phone or any device?+
Yes, Built is fully cloud-based and accessible from any smartphone, tablet or laptop. Download the Built Accounting app on Google Play Store or the Apple App Store and run your business on the go.
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