Guide for UAE Businesses

What is Zoho Books?

Zoho Books is an all-in-one accounting and VAT management solution that helps UAE businesses manage their finances from anywhere.

With Zoho Books, you can:

• Create and send VAT-compliant invoices

• Record expenses and supplier bills

• Track cash flow and reconcile bank transactions

• File UAE VAT returns directly to the FTA

• Access real-time financial reports and dashboards

• Collaborate seamlessly with your accountant

Zoho Books is officially FTA-accredited, which means it meets all UAE tax compliance requirements for electronic bookkeeping.

Why UAE Businesses Choose Zoho Books

Zoho Books offers several advantages specifically for UAE-based companies:

VAT Compliance

Built-in UAE VAT support ensures accurate tax calculations and reporting.

Cloud-Based Access

Work securely from any location and device.

Automation

Automate recurring invoices, reminders, and reconciliations.

Multi-Currency Support

Perfect for businesses trading internationally.

Integration

Works seamlessly with Zoho CRM, Zoho Inventory, and popular payment gateways like Stripe and PayPal.

For growing businesses, this means less manual work, fewer errors, and faster financial visibility.

How to Get Started with Zoho Books UAE

Getting set up is simple — but it’s essential to configure your account correctly for UAE VAT compliance.

Step 1: Create Your Zoho Books Account

• Visit Zoho Books UAE

• Sign up using your business email

• Choose “United Arab Emirates” as your country during setup

Step 2: Add Your Organisation Details

• Enter your business name, address, and TRN (Tax Registration Number)

• Set your financial year-end and base currency

• Upload your company logo for invoice branding

Step 3: Invite Your Accountant

If you’re a client of More Than Accountants, you can easily invite your dedicated accountant to your Zoho Books account for secure collaboration.

Tip: Go to Settings → Users & Roles → Invite User, and assign the “Accountant” role.

Key Features You’ll Use Most

Here’s a quick overview of the main areas inside Zoho Books that every UAE business should master:

Invoicing

Create and send professional VAT-compliant invoices with automatic numbering, payment reminders, and online payment options.

Expenses & Bills

Upload receipts or link your bank to automatically capture business expenses. Categorise each transaction for accurate reporting.

Bank Feeds

Connect your UAE business bank account to Zoho Books and simplify reconciliation by matching payments and deposits automatically.

Reports

Access detailed reports like:

• Profit & Loss

• Balance Sheet

• VAT Summary

• Customer & Supplier Statements

These reports provide valuable insights for decision-making and help ensure FTA compliance.

VAT Compliance in Zoho Books (UAE Edition)

Zoho Books is FTA-approved, which means you can confidently manage your VAT obligations directly within the platform.

You can:

• Enable VAT under Settings → Taxes

• Assign the correct VAT rate to each item or service

• Automatically calculate VAT on every invoice and bill

• Generate and file VAT returns in the FTA-approved format

Tip: Keep your TRN updated and reconcile your VAT reports regularly to avoid filing errors.

Working with More Than Accountants UAE

As part of your More Than Accountants service, our team ensures your Zoho Books account is set up correctly, transactions are reviewed regularly, and VAT submissions meet UAE standards.

We also provide:

• Quarterly reviews

• Help with Zoho Books setup and training

• Ongoing support for troubleshooting and data accuracy

If you’re not yet a client, we can help you get started with Zoho Books and manage your accounts for a fixed monthly fee.

Need Help?

Our team is here to help you with:

• Zoho Books setup and migration

• VAT configuration and return filing

• Ongoing bookkeeping support

📩 Contact us: info@morethanaccountants.ae
📞 Call: +971 4 518 0444