Customer Success Story

From Complexity to Clarity: How Deal Direct Trade Simplified eCommerce Accounting with Link My Books

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Isaac Pickford

Managing Director at Deal Direct Trade Ltd

Introduction

Streamlining Success: Deal Direct Trade’s Journey to Financial Simplicity

Managing eCommerce operations is no small feat, especially when navigating multiple platforms, currencies, and jurisdictions. For Deal Direct Trade Ltd, the complexities of bookkeeping, VAT compliance, and reconciliation were time-consuming hurdles. To streamline their accounting and reclaim valuable time, they turned to Link My Books—a decision that transformed their financial operations.

It all started with a glowing recommendation

"I first heard about Link My Books through a friend who is also an eCommerce seller. They couldn’t speak highly enough about how much it had transformed their accounting processes. After hearing their glowing recommendation and learning how much time and money it saved them, I decided to give it a try—and I haven’t looked back since!"

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Challenge
challenge

The Accounting Hurdles Holding Back Growth

Before using Link My Books, Deal Direct Trade faced significant challenges:

  1. Navigating post-Brexit VAT compliance was a tedious and error-prone process.
  2. Manually reconciling sales, fees, and refunds from platforms like Amazon and Shopify consumed hours each month.
  3. Handling multi-currency transactions accurately for VAT and bookkeeping added further complexity.
  4. Cash flow management became difficult due to delays in payment reconciliation.
  5. Time spent on manual bookkeeping reduced focus on strategic growth areas.

These issues not only drained resources but also limited the company’s scalability and posed compliance risks.

Solution
Solution

Automation and Efficiency with Link My Books

After hearing a recommendation from a fellow eCommerce seller, Isaac decided to try Link My Books—and never looked back. The platform’s affordability, robust features, and seamless integration with Xero made it an obvious choice. CEO Daniel personally assisted with onboarding, ensuring a smooth transition, while the support team provided prompt and helpful guidance.

Link My Books automated sales data reconciliation, simplified VAT compliance, and provided tools to handle multi-currency transactions effortlessly. The result was a streamlined process that saved time and reduced errors.

Outcome
Outcome

Reclaiming Time and Unlocking Growth

The impact of Link My Books was immediate and profound:

  • Time Saved: Automation reduced manual bookkeeping by 6-8 hours per month.
  • Increased Accuracy: Errors from manual reconciliation and VAT calculations were virtually eliminated.
  • Operational Efficiency: VAT compliance and financial reporting became seamless, allowing for better cash flow management.
  • Strategic Focus: Freed from administrative burdens, Isaac and his team could focus on growing their business and expanding into new markets.

"If you’re looking for an affordable yet powerful solution that will save you time on bookkeeping while ensuring accuracy in VAT reporting—look no further than Link My Books! It’s been a game-changer for my business, offering more value at a fraction of the cost compared to other solutions like A2X."

– Isaac Pickford, Managing Director, Deal Direct Trade Ltd

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Conclusion

The Essential Partner for eCommerce Success

For Deal Direct Trade Ltd, Link My Books wasn’t just a tool—it was a transformation. By automating tedious tasks and ensuring compliance, the platform enabled the company to scale confidently and efficiently. With accurate financial insights and saved time, Deal Direct Trade is now positioned to focus on what truly matters: growth and customer satisfaction.

Link My Books comes highly recommended

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