Microsoft Dynamics 365
Enterprise ERP and CRM suite from Microsoft with financials, supply chain, sales, and customer service for mid-to-large accounting firms.
Acumatica
Website: www.acumatica.com
Acumatica is a cloud-based ERP platform covering financial management, distribution, project accounting, manufacturing, and CRM. It targets mid-market businesses that have outgrown entry-level accounting software and need integrated operations management.
Accounting firms recommend Acumatica to clients needing robust general ledger, AP/AR, and financial reporting alongside industry-specific modules for distribution, construction, or manufacturing. The platform uses a consumption-based licensing model (no per-user fees), which distinguishes it from competitors like NetSuite and Dynamics 365. Multi-entity support and an open API architecture make it practical for growing businesses with complex requirements.
Acumatica is best suited for mid-market businesses in industries like distribution, construction, and manufacturing where operations and finance need to be tightly integrated. Firms advising clients on ERP selection often compare Acumatica to NetSuite and Sage Intacct depending on the client’s industry and requirements.