Top 5 international accounting software businesses should know (2025)

In the context of Vietnamese enterprises increasingly integrating and expanding global business, choosing an international accounting software can help manage finances effectively, transparently and optimize resources. 

This article will introduce the world's top 5 accounting software - QuickBooks, Xero and Zoho Books, Sage, Netsuite - along with their features, benefits and why these are useful tools for Vietnamese businesses.

1. Criteria for choosing international standard accounting software, quality of GLA

Based on report from Sage (2020) The Practice of Now, the criteria for choosing effective accounting software show prerequisites such as automation, online working capabilities, and employee training support. 

Additionally, emerging trends such as data protection, artificial intelligence (AI) integration, and online collaboration are important factors to consider in today's accounting technology industry.

As a partner of many international businesses and QuickBooks Proadvisors, GLA has surveyed and selected suitable accounting software for businesses that need optimal solutions, financial management support and flexible response to international business needs. 

Below are the top criteria that GLA recommends when choosing accounting software.

1. Ability to automate and build business processes.
2. Supports online teamwork and collaboration.
3.  Ability to analyze and manage finances accurately.
4. Secure customer information and company data.
5. Custom support and ease of use.
6. Integrating AI in financial analysis and management.

With the above selection criteria, GLA has compiled a list of the top 5 most popular accounting software today, fully meeting the needs of small and medium-sized enterprises, up to global corporations.

2. Top 5 international accounting software

2.1. QuicBooks Online

Quick Books Online is one of the leading accounting software, trusted by nearly 8 million global users.

This software is especially suitable for international businesses, companies that need IFRS standard financial reports and is optimized for businesses that need to operate abroad.

2.2. Zoho Books

Zoho Books is a feature-rich accounting solution for small and medium-sized businesses. It offers powerful tools that help businesses easily manage invoices, ledgers, and track finances effectively.

2.3.Xero

Xero is an accounting software from Australia, suitable for small businesses, helping to handle basic accounting tasks such as accounting, inventory management, and payroll.

2.4. FreshBooks

FreshBooks stands out with its customizable invoice and financial tracking features, making it an ideal choice for small businesses and freelancers who need flexibility.

2.5. Netsuite

Netsuite is specialized ERP software for large enterprises with high management requirements, including complex process automation features.

2.6. Wise

Sage offers simple and easy-to-use features, making it perfect for businesses and freelancers.

3. How does GLA support businesses using QuickBooks Online accounting software?

GLA, as an official QuickBooks Online partner in Asia Pacific, will support Businesses to:

• Advice on choosing a version QuikcBooks Online Accounting Software Optimize the accounting process of the Enterprise;
• Provide licenses, installation instructions and feature customization at reasonable costs;
• Provide in-depth, easy-to-understand training courses (online and offline) with prestigious certificates;
• Support throughout the usage process, answer customer questions;
• Support working directly with QuickBooks to resolve issues.

4. Frequently asked questions about top foreign accounting software

Highlights

• The best and most comprehensive accounting software today, supporting the needs of domestic and international businesses, small and medium-sized businesses: QuickBooks Online and higher versions.
• The best accounting software for large businesses, multi-branch companies, large corporations: NetSuite.
• Software that supports business operations well with a comprehensive ecosystem: Zoho Books.
• Good support software for international small and medium businesses: QuickBooks, Xero.