Lexoffice (now “Lexware Office”) in a nutshell

• Lexoffice has been rebranded to Lexware Office. Same cloud accounting platform, same focus on freelancers, self‑employed folks, and small businesses in Germany — just a clearer name under the Lexware brand. (office.lexware.de)

• It’s a simple, all‑in‑one back office hub: invoicing (incl. e‑invoices), banking and payment matching, receipt capture, automated bookkeeping, VAT filings via ELSTER, payroll add‑on, reports, and easy collaboration with your tax advisor. (lexware.de)

Why this matters for a solid Back Office

• You get a single source of truth for money-in, money-out, and documents. That cuts swivel‑chair work between tools and keeps your books consistent.

• Built‑in automation (bank feeds, smart categorization, auto postings) shrinks routine workload and reduces errors — the essence of a scalable back office. (lexware.de)

• Strong compliance and audit readiness (GoBD, German data hosting, ISO‑audited data centers) mean fewer headaches when a tax audit or lender asks for proof. (lexware.de)

What you can do with it

• Invoicing that’s future‑proof

• Create classic invoices, quotes, reminders — and handle E‑Rechnungen in both XRechnung and ZUGFeRD formats, aligned with Germany’s B2B e‑invoicing rules that started on January 1, 2025 (with transition periods through 2027). (help.lexware.de)

• Banking, payments, and matching

• Multi‑banking (incl. PayPal) with automated transaction imports, suggestions, and direct payments with 2FA. Faster matching = cleaner books. (lexware.de)

• Expenses and receipt capture

• Snap receipts in the iOS/Android app, upload on the go, and let the system read the data for you. (office.lexware.de)

• Automated bookkeeping and VAT

• Bookings flow into your Umsatzsteuer‑Voranmeldung and send directly to the Finanzamt via ELSTER — even without your own ELSTER certificate. (lexware.de)

• Payroll when you need it

• Add Lohn & Gehalt to run payroll online, create filings for authorities automatically, and post personnel costs back into accounting. Great for teams up to ~50. (office.lexware.de)

• Work smoothly with your tax advisor

• Give your advisor a free, controlled access to your account and use DATEV interfaces/Cloud Services to exchange data the way firms expect. (office.lexware.de)

• Reporting and dashboards

• Keep a live view on cash, open invoices, and tasks so you always know what needs attention. (office.lexware.de)

• Integrations when you grow

• Connect popular commerce and payment flows (for example, Shopify via partner apps that sync orders, invoices, and payments into Lexware Office) and keep your back office in step with sales. (apps.shopify.com)

Compliance and security you can rely on

• GoBD‑testiert processes, long‑term compliant archiving, and a dedicated auditor export help you pass checks without scrambling. (office.lexware.de)

• Data is hosted in German, ISO 27001‑audited data centers with regular independent reviews (IDW PS 880, IDW RS FAIT 1). GDPR‑compliant by design. (lexware.de)

• E‑invoicing support matches the current legal framework (XRechnung/ZUGFeRD; B2B e‑invoice reception mandatory since 01/01/2025 with phased transitions). (help.lexware.de)

How it strengthens your Back Office foundation

• Standardizes core processes (quote‑to‑cash, procure‑to‑pay) in one place.

• Automates repetitive tasks (bank matching, VAT prep, payroll postings).

• Documents every step (audit trail, stored receipts, advisor access), which makes audits and financing due diligence faster and less stressful.

• Scales with your business: start with invoicing and banking, add bookkeeping or payroll and integrations as you grow.

Who it’s best for

• Freelancers, self‑employed, and small businesses in Germany that want modern, compliant accounting without a steep learning curve — and want to keep their tax advisor in the loop the smart way. (shop.lexware.de)

Good to know (quick notes)

• The product and legal focus is Germany (SKR03/SKR04, ELSTER, German e‑invoice rules). If you operate outside Germany, confirm fit with your local requirements. (office.lexware.de)

• Bank connections are broad, yet a few providers might not be fully supported; PayPal works with guidance noted in the help center. (help.lexware.de)

Bottom line

• If you want a human‑friendly, compliant, and automated finance stack that keeps your back office tight and your team focused on real work, Lexoffice/Lexware Office is a strong, future‑proof choice. (office.lexware.de)