Finance

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.

Important: This template is provided for general information purposes. d’Emilia Accounting recommends reviewing any document with a qualified accountant or solicitor before use. Templates are updated periodically but may not reflect the latest legislative changes.