Dext
Dext automates bookkeeping by extracting data from receipts, invoices and expense claims, then organizing it for accounting software, helping businesses and accountants keep financial records accurate and up‑to‑date.
About this tool
Dext focuses on reducing manual data entry in bookkeeping. It reads information from scanned receipts and PDFs, then converts that content into structured data that can be imported into popular accounting platforms. The service also stores original documents in a secure online vault for future reference.
Designed for businesses, accountants and bookkeepers, Dext provides rule‑based categorisation of supplier transactions and tracks expense claims throughout their lifecycle. Integration with major finance and e‑commerce tools lets users keep their books synchronized without switching between multiple applications.
What you can do
Receipt OCR
The system scans uploaded receipt images, extracts key fields such as date, amount and vendor, and outputs the data in a format ready for accounting entry.
Invoice capture
PDF invoices are processed to pull line‑item details, tax information and totals, creating a detailed record that can be matched to payments.
Expense claim tracking
Submitted expense claims are monitored from submission through approval, generating a complete audit trail and updating the expense ledger automatically.
Who is it for?
- A small retailer uploads daily sales receipts to Dext, which extracts totals and categorises them, allowing the accountant to reconcile the month’s sales without manual entry.
- An accounting firm receives client invoices in PDF format, uses Dext to capture line items and tax codes, then pushes the data into Xero for faster client billing.
- A corporate finance team sets supplier rules in Dext, so incoming purchase invoices are automatically assigned to the correct expense accounts, reducing classification errors.
Before you choose
Check how Dext handles data retention and whether its storage vault meets your organization’s compliance requirements.
Confirm that the rule‑based categorisation aligns with your chart of accounts and can be adjusted without extensive re‑configuration.
Frequently asked questions
What types of documents can Dext process?
Dext accepts scanned receipts, PDF invoices and expense claim files. Each document type is processed with the appropriate method—OCR for images, capture for PDFs, and tracking for claim submissions—to produce structured financial data.
Which accounting platforms does Dext integrate with?
The service connects directly to Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, Shopify and Stripe, allowing extracted data to be transferred into those systems without manual re‑entry.
Can Dext automatically categorise supplier transactions?
Yes, Dext uses user‑defined rules to assign supplier transactions to specific categories, turning raw invoice data into organized ledger entries that match your accounting structure.
Check the official website for current features, pricing, and terms.
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