Smarter AI-driven expense management software for Architecture companies
Control budgets, track expenses, and pay bills — faster, safer, and stress-free across every project.

Industry approved and trusted by Australian Architecture businesses
Take the financial guesswork out of project delivery
Budgetly helps Architecture firms cut admin, streamline purchasing, and manage project costs with accuracy and speed. Get total visibility and tighter control over all operational spend.
Real-time tracking
Track spending across projects instantly. Make instant decisions with live expense data and clear financial insights.
AI-driven automation
Automate budgets, approvals, supplier payments, and spending rules for every project. Remove manual data entry and human error in one click.
Automated receipts & GST
Snap receipts on the go. Budgetly auto-matches them, extracts GST, and saves hours.
Save 90% per bill
Turn Accounts Payable into autopilot. Capture bills easily, reconcile in one click, and sync straight with Xero.
Trusted by Architecture businesses Australia wide
1.2BN+
yearly
total payments
150K+
monthly
transactions
15K+ users
saving time
and money
80% less time
spent on expense
management
90% better
customer service
than competitors
We've been able to streamline 3 processes into 1 with Budgetly and I'd recommend this for anyone using Xero accounting as the integration has been very easy and stress-free.
Cherise Hickley, Accounts & Administration Specialist Site Sentry Australia
We truly appreciate Budgetly's services! They have always been incredibly helpful and have made our processes much more efficient. Their platform makes it easy to pay our suppliers, integrates seamlessly with Xero, and allows us to track all our budgets in real time. It saves us a lot of time each week and helps us avoid human error. We highly value the reliability and convenience Budgetly brings to our business.
Marco Piedrabuena, Director MJ Landscapes
5 stars - fantastic. Does the job we need
Ben, Director Hunt And Dixon
Budgetly does a great job with after sales and customer support. The Xero integration has been fantastic.
Colleen Jeffery-Court, CEO Master Painters Australia NSW Association
Budgetly has been a fantastic addition to our business - it has transformed our cashflow by cutting fees and reducing the need for multiple cards. Reconciliation is effortless, onboarding seamless, and support always responsive. Highly recommend.
Dane Bleedveld, GM Maintenance Bovercon
Before Budgetly, we had about a dozen credit cards and a centralised spreadsheet. Each month, we were meant to fill it out with each transaction (how much, what it was for etc.), however our Accounts team usually had to chase up multiple people with missing information every month. We don't have to worry about any of that anymore
Darren, Business Operations Manager / Partner Bennett and Bennett
I’ve saved at least 2 hours a day in admin work. We’ve minimised human error with our staff now being accountable for uploading their own receipts. Bill Payments has also brought everything into one spot and with the Xero integration, everything is so much easier now.
Eloisa, Manager MJ Landscapes
It's been amazing. Their customer service is great with very fast response times, we have full visbility over what we're spending and it's easy to track if our staff haven't uploaded a receipt.
Tups, Manager Easy Insulation
Fantastic. Simple, easy to use software with an excellent support team that are always happy to help.
Yvonne, Finance Manager Zarafa Group

Resources for the Architecture industry
Get access to finance eBooks, white papers, templates, webinars and more for Architecture businesses.
Save hours on admin
Say goodbye to manual processes. Budgetly automates admin, removes errors, so you can stick to project timelines and budgets.
Eliminate overspending
Protect project margins with automated rules, budget controls, and real-time job cost visibility.
Safeguard everything
Get built-in security, compliance, and spending rules. Plus, rely on real Australian support when you need it most.
The best AI-driven spend management for Architecture businesses
Budgetly helps you automate admin, control project spending, and maintain financial accuracy on every project—all in one place. Save money, stay compliant, and increase profits.
How Budgetly works for the Architecture industry
Architecture firms rely on Budgetly to improve accuracy, reduce admin, and maintain tight control over project budgets.
No shared cards or purchasing delays
Project and individual budgets with flexible spending rules
Fast, accurate transactions
Fast money requests and approvals across every project
Easy mobile receipt capture
Two-factor authentication and 256-bit encryption
Automated AP and simplified bookkeeping
Real-time visibility into project costs and operational spend
Fraud prevention and compliance rules
No reimbursements or receipt chasing
Stay policy compliant with card-encoded rules
" Before Budgetly, we had about a dozen credit cards and a centralised spreadsheet. Each month, we were meant to fill it out with each transaction (how much, what it was for etc.), however our Accounts team usually had to chase up multiple people with missing information every month. We don't have to worry about any of that anymore "
Darren, Business Operations Manager / Partner Bennett and Bennett
Frequently asked questions
What is architecture-specific expense management software?
Expense management software designed for architecture firms helps streamline costs across project sites, design phases, contractor expenses, travel & site allowances, and office overheads. With Budgetly’s solution, you can capture field receipts, assign spend to project budgets, and integrate directly with your accounting platform for a unified view of spend and cost control.
Why should architecture businesses use dedicated expense management software instead of generic tools?
Architecture firms often juggle multiple projects, remote site teams, varied suppliers and tight deadlines. Generic spreadsheets or basic expense tools cannot provide real-time visibility across projects, mobile receipt capture for out-of-office teams or integrated card controls for designers/contractors. With Budgetly’s architecture-focused solution you gain:
- Seamless mobile capture via the expense tracking app
- Card-based controls via corporate cards and virtual cards for project expenses
- Workflow automation and integration with your accounting system for faster close-outs and accurate cost allocation
What is the best expense management software for Australian architecture practices — and how does Budgetly meet the standards?
For Australian architecture firms, the best solution should:
- Support AUD transactions with GST processing
- Offer mobile access for site or remote teams
- Enable project-/job-based budgeting and spend tracking
- Integrate with local accounting software (e.g., via the Xero integration)
Budgetly’s platform is built to meet those requirements — allowing architecture firms to track expenses by project, monitor budgets, issue cards for team members on site, and reconcile seamlessly with the accounting system.
How can this expense management software improve decision-making for my architecture business?
By providing clear visibility into spend across projects, phases and teams, Budgetly enables your business to:
- Identify overspending early on a specific site or phase
- Reallocate budgets proactively when costs exceed plan
- Tailor expense policies for designers, contractors and site staff
- Combine card & expense data into one system to make forecasting and profitability decisions easier
How much does architecture-focused expense management software cost?
Pricing depends on factors such as the number of users, number of active projects, transaction volume, and required integrations. Budgetly offers scalable plans suited to architecture firms of varying sizes. For a tailored quote based on your business needs, you can schedule a demo.
How do I get started with Budgetly’s expense management software for architecture?
Getting started is simple and fast:
- Visit the architecture-industry page for the product.
- Schedule a demo with Budgetly’s team to walk through how the software fits your architecture firm’s workflows.
- During onboarding you can: set up projects or job cost centres, issue cards to site/design teams, configure mobile receipt capture, and link your accounting system.
- Once live, you’ll have real-time visibility into spend across all projects and phases — enabling better financial control and project profitability oversight.
Get a Demo today and discover how Budgetly can transform how your architecture firm manages expenses and budgets.
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