Fronira

What Is Fronira?

Fronira is an accounting software that gives customers a branded portal to view their pending balances and pay invoices through QuickBooks Online. It allows organizations to present invoices using their own branding. Additionally, the platform allows customers to access their billing information and pay it without contacting the organization for any payment details. The software reduces the need for staff to manually record each transaction and keeps accounting records updated.

What Is Fronira Best For?

Fronira is known for its option to pass credit card processing fees to customers, with a stated fee of 3%. It is useful for contractors and service providers who want to reduce the card acceptance costs deducted from their revenue. They can get more of the invoice amount by shifting the card processing costs to the clients.

How Much Does Fronira Cost?

The starting Fronira price is $125/month. This plan, known as Pro, includes various features, such as unlimited payments and custom domains. Additional Fronira pricing tiers are as follows:

• Free - $0/month
• Business - Custom

Besides the fixed subscription fee, users should also account for additional charges to consider the total cost of ownership. It includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Setup And Onboarding: Estimated at $500–$2,000 for setting up an initial account and customizing workflows
• Data Migration: Approximately $500–$3,000, depending on the volume of historical financial records and customer data to be migrated
• Advanced Reporting: Budget around $200–$1,000 for specialized financial reports and dashboard customization
• Data Security And Backup: Might add up to $200–$1,000 annually for enhanced backup arrangements and data protection services
• Tax And Compliance Configuration: Indicatively $300–$1,500 for setting up tax rules and jurisdiction-specific financial reporting

Disclaimer: The pricing is subject to change.

Fronira Integrations

Fronira supports integration with multiple systems and platforms, such as:

• Stripe
• QuickBooks Online

How Does Fronira Work?

Here's how you can get started with Fronira upon logging into the system:

• Review the portal settings and confirm the connection with QuickBooks Online
• Set up your company's branding so customers can see your business identity when accessing the payment portal
• Check that customer invoices and pending balances appear correctly from QuickBooks Online
• Set available payment options through the connected Stripe account, including ACH transfers and credit card payments
• Share portal access with customers so they can view invoices and submit payments
• Track incoming payments and confirm that completed transactions synchronize with QuickBooks Online

Who Is Fronira For?

The platform is used in various industries and sectors, including:

• Accounting
• Designing
• Plumbing
• Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)
• Event planning
• Electricians

Fronira Use Cases

Based on the company's current capabilities and functionalities, we have analyzed and identified the following scenarios where Fronira might be a suitable option for businesses that already use QuickBooks Online:

1. Service Contractors Chasing Overdue Invoice Payments

Many small contractors finish their jobs before receiving payments, which results in various follow-ups with customers separately. Additionally, it gets very difficult for customers to search for the correct pending amount if payment requests and invoice copies are exchanged via email. The software's customer payment portal allows clients to review any pending amount and pay online accordingly.

2. Bookkeeping Firms Reconciling Customer Payments

Fronira software allows bookkeeping firms that use QuickBooks Online to keep customer payments aligned with their accounting records. It synchronizes payments to record transactions in QuickBooks Online, which helps staff avoid entering each payment manually. The platform is useful for organizations that handle routine invoices for small business clients, especially when manual entry results in extra work at the end of every accounting period.

3. Small Businesses Protecting Their Brand During Payment Collection

A customer may receive a professional invoice but encounter an unfamiliar payment page when settling the balance. That difference can make a small service business appear disconnected or less established. Fronira’s branded payment portal lets businesses present invoice payments under their own identity. This may suit independent consultants or event service providers that want the payment stage to match the branding customers see throughout their engagement.

4. Service Businesses Managing Card Processing Costs

Businesses that accept credit cards may absorb processing fees to avoid adding unexpected charges to customer invoices. Over time, those costs can affect margins on smaller jobs. Fronira’s credit card fee option allows businesses to pass a stated card fee to customers through the portal. This may interest contractors with frequent card payments, although businesses should check applicable payment rules and disclose charges clearly before adopting this approach.

5. Contractors Offering Bank Transfers For Larger Invoices

For businesses billing customers hundreds or thousands of dollars for completed work, card processing charges can become a noticeable expense. Some customers may prefer paying directly from their bank accounts rather than using a credit card. Fronira’s ACH payment option gives customers an electronic bank transfer method for settling invoices. This may suit construction or landscaping businesses handling larger bills, provided their customers are comfortable with bank-based payments and the associated processing terms.

Is Fronira Right For You?

Fronira might be the right solution for service businesses that already use QuickBooks Online and want customers to pay invoices through a portal. It incorporates various security measures, including AES encryption for sensitive fields, CSRF protection for form submissions, HTTPS-only access, and role-based access to limit internal data exposure. Its subscription-based pricing tiers make it capable of meeting the needs of growing organizations.

Still unsure about investing in the Fronira software? Contact us at (661) 384-7070 for personalized assistance.