Business Expense Tracker
Track all business expenses by category throughout the year. Includes VAT column, monthly totals and year-to-date summary for easy tax return preparation.
What’s included
Includes: date, supplier, category (travel/office/phone/etc.), description, gross amount, VAT amount, net amount, 12-month summary dashboard, category breakdown pie chart, YTD totals.
Who should use this template?
- Sole traders tracking business costs
- Company directors managing expenses
- Self-employed professionals preparing for Form 11
- Small business owners without accounting software
Frequently Asked Questions
What business expenses can I claim against tax?
You can claim expenses that are wholly and exclusively for business purposes. Common allowable expenses: office costs, travel and mileage (at Revenue approved rates), phone (business portion), accountancy fees, advertising, equipment and tools, professional subscriptions, bank charges.
Do I need receipts for all expenses?
Yes. Revenue requires receipts or evidence for all expense claims. For mileage, a log is sufficient. Keep all receipts for 6 years.