[RileyJames]

When I worked at Xero we had lots of customers using the API to do exactly this. That said, I see value in having a api independent and agnostic from the accounting backend / saas itself, but probably more relevant for larger integrations (where the cost of switching out the integration would be extremely costly). This would also be valuable for franchises or software vendors, who could build the integration once, and then have Amatino handle the integrations to each accounting system.

The primary issue becomes ensuring the integration to the accounting systems stays high value, rather than lowest common denominator. Ie: ensure reports are usable, accounting records are in a usable format (invoices, credit notes, etc rather than a bunch of journal entries), payments are applied, bank accounts can be reconciled. If that can be nailed I feel this has value.

[hughjeremy]

Wow, RileyJames, thanks so much for taking a look. It's exciting to hear your thoughts as a Xero alumni. Xero is a big inspiration for me, and I love that it has made accounting easier for so many businesses.

'Independent and agnostic from the accounting backend / says' is exactly what I'm going for, and I'm really excited to hear that you see some value in the concept. I'll take your advice to heart!