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Cloud ERP & Accounting Software for Wholesale Distribution

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Modern, cloud-native accounting software built specifically for wholesale distributors. Replace spreadsheets and basic accounting tools with a single ERP that unites GL, AR, AP, banking, inventory, pricing, and warehouse operations in real time.

Ximple ERP gives finance and operations one source of truth across every branch and warehouse — so you can automate accounting workflows, shorten month-end close, and make confident decisions with live data instead of manual reconciliation.

What Is Wholesale Distribution Accounting ERP?

Wholesale distribution accounting ERP software combines financial management and distribution operations in one cloud platform. It brings together General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, banking, inventory, pricing, WMS, and supply chain so every transaction flows automatically from quote to cash and from purchase order to payables — giving distributors real-time visibility into P&L, cash, and margins.

ERP Software for Accounting in Wholesale Distribution

Outcomes Wholesale Distributors Can Expect

  • Increase operational efficiency and standardize processes across branches.
  • Reduce month-end close time by 30–50% with automated postings and reconciliations.
  • Improve cash flow and margins with stronger AR, AP, and pricing controls.
  • Eliminate manual spreadsheets and reconcile finance with real-time inventory and warehouse activity.
  • Gain daily visibility into P&L, cash, and margin performance by branch, product, and customer.

Go-Live

≈ 90 days

Month-End Close

30–50% faster

ROI

~ 9 months

Systems Replaced

3–5 tools

Operations Management

Streamline quotes, orders, purchasing, and costing in one operations platform connected directly to finance.

Inventory Management

Maintain accurate stock and landed cost with branch-level visibility — without manual spreadsheets.

Warehouse Automation

Barcode-enabled WMS for picking, packing, shipping, and returns that posts automatically to AR, AP, and GL.

Real-Time Insights

Self-serve dashboards for P&L, cash flow, and margin analysis by branch, product line, and customer segment.

Seamless Integrations

Connect eCommerce, marketplaces, shipping, payments, and CRM for true omnichannel distribution.

Mobile Access

Give sales, warehouse, and accounting teams secure access to ERP tools from any device and location.

Why Finance Leaders Choose Ximple for Wholesale Distribution

Ximple ERP is more than accounting software — it is a cloud platform built specifically for wholesale distribution. Finance, operations, inventory, pricing, and warehouse teams work from the same real-time data so every decision is grounded in accurate numbers instead of spreadsheets and disconnected reports.

Purpose-Built for Distributors

Support complex terms, rebates, special pricing, vendor cost changes, landed cost, and branch-level margins. Ximple is designed around the realities of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, industrial, and other wholesale verticals.

Real-Time Connection Between Finance & Operations

Quotes, orders, shipments, returns, purchasing, and inventory movements post automatically to GL, AR, and AP. Month-end close becomes a review process rather than a manual reconstruction of the month.

Cloud-Native, Future-Ready Platform

Cloud deployment, automatic updates, and AI-assisted workflows help you scale without adding IT overhead. Ximple grows with new branches, acquisitions, and channels while keeping finance in control.

Common Accounting & Operations Challenges in Wholesale Distribution

Many distributors eventually outgrow basic accounting software, spreadsheets, or generic ERP systems. Finance teams spend more time reconciling numbers than advising the business, while operations teams lack real-time insight into profitability. Ximple ERP is built to remove these bottlenecks.

Disconnected Systems & Manual Spreadsheets

Separate tools for GL, inventory, pricing, and warehouse activity create data silos, manual reconciliation, and inconsistent reports — especially across multiple branches and companies.

Slow, Stressful Month-End Close

Deferred postings, suspense accounts, and offline spreadsheets make close cycles slow and reactive. Finance spends days chasing adjustments instead of focusing on analysis and improvement.

Limited Visibility Into Margin and Cash

It is difficult to see which branches, product lines, and customers are truly profitable when accounting, pricing, rebates, and inventory are managed in different systems.

Generic Accounting Software Not Built for Distribution

Tools built for general small-business accounting struggle with complex terms, rebates, cost changes, and multi-branch operations common in wholesale distribution.

Manual Controls & Audit Risk

Email approvals, shared spreadsheets, and ad hoc processes make it difficult to enforce consistent controls, prepare for audits, or respond quickly to lender and investor questions.

Scaling Without Scaling Headcount

As transactions grow, manual work in AR, AP, and GL grows too. Without automation, finance teams hit a ceiling and need to add people instead of leveraging smarter systems.

Modern Accounting ERP Built for Wholesale Distribution

Ximple ERP Accounting centralizes General Ledger, AR, AP, banking, budgeting, and financial reporting in a single cloud platform that is tightly integrated with sales, purchasing, inventory, pricing, warehouse operations, and supply chain workflows. The result is accurate books, faster month-end closes, and confident decision-making — powered by real-time operational data instead of manual spreadsheets.

Built for Wholesale Finance

Designed around the realities of wholesale distribution — complex terms, rebates, credit limits, freight, and inventory valuation by branch — instead of generic “one-size-fits-all” accounting software.

End-to-End Financial Visibility

Connect quotes, orders, purchasing, receipts, inventory, and invoicing so every GL entry reflects what is happening in the warehouse, on the road, and across branches in real time.

Compliance & Control

Approvals, audit trails, and role-based security help standardize processes, reduce risk, and ensure you are ready for audits, lender reviews, and private equity due diligence.

Built to Scale

Cloud-native architecture supports multi-entity, multi-branch, and multi-currencygrowth without adding complex IT overhead — so finance can keep up as the business expands.

Why Distributors Replace Basic Accounting Software With Ximple ERP

Finance leaders eventually outgrow tools like QuickBooks, Sage 50, or legacy on-prem systems. As transaction volume, branches, and inventory complexity increase, basic accounting software creates bottlenecks — slowing close cycles, limiting visibility, and adding risk. Ximple ERP removes these limitations with a unified platform designed for wholesale distribution.

Before Ximple

  • Disconnected tools for AR, AP, GL, purchasing, and warehouse operations.
  • Manual reconciliations and spreadsheet-driven reporting.
  • Limited visibility into cash flow, margins, and branch profitability.
  • Slow month-end close with inconsistent data from multiple systems.
  • No real-time link between accounting, sales, inventory, and pricing.

After Ximple ERP

  • One fully integrated cloud ERP for GL, AR, AP, inventory, WMS, and pricing.
  • Real-time financial reporting backed by accurate operational data.
  • AR/AP automation for approvals, credit limits, payment matching, and collections.
  • Faster month-end close with standardized workflows across entities and branches.
  • Multi-branch and multi-entity visibility across the entire distribution business.

Distributors switch to Ximple ERP when accounting can no longer keep up with the operational complexity of wholesale distribution. Ximple provides the unified financial and operational foundation needed to scale confidently.

Accounting Features Wholesale Distributors Rely On

Ximple ERP delivers a complete set of accounting and financial management features designed specifically for wholesale and distribution. Every module — GL, AR, AP, bank reconciliation, budgeting, cost accounting, multi-entity consolidation, and real-time reporting — connects directly with sales, purchasing, pricing, WMS, and inventory operations for end-to-end accuracy.

General Ledger

Real-time GL posting with branch-level detail, flexible chart of accounts, period controls, budgeting, accruals, allocations, and full audit trails.

Accounts Receivable

Automated invoicing, cash application, credit limits, collections tracking, customer statements, and real-time aging visibility across branches and entities.

Accounts Payable

Vendor invoices, 3-way match, approvals, credit memos, discount terms, ACH/check processing, and automated posting from purchasing workflows.

Banking & Reconciliation

Multiple bank accounts, deposits, withdrawals, electronic payments, and automated bank reconciliation with clear branch-level cash visibility.

Fixed Assets

Asset records, depreciation schedules, capital projects, retirements, and automatic journal posting aligned with financial periods and reporting.

Financial Reporting

Real-time dashboards, consolidated statements, drill-down reporting, custom financial views, and margin visibility by branch, product, customer, or salesperson.

Accounting Capabilities

General Ledger (GL) Multi-branch, multi-entity, budget management, allocations, and real-time posting.
Accounts Receivable (AR) Invoicing, collections, cash application, aging, credit limits, and customer statements.
Accounts Payable (AP) Invoice processing, approvals, 3-way match, vendor payments, and discount term management.
Banking Deposits, withdrawals, bank reconciliation, electronic payments, and cash management.
Fixed Assets Asset lifecycle management, depreciation, disposals, and automatic GL posting.
Financial Reporting Dashboards, consolidated financial statements, drill-down analytics, and margin reporting.

Transformation Highlights — From Manual Accounting to Cloud-Driven Finance

Ximple ERP helps distributors move from manual, spreadsheet-heavy accounting to automated, cloud-driven finance. Below are common areas where customers see immediate impact.

Step 1

Assess & Blueprint

Map current accounting, inventory, and warehouse workflows and define target-state processes.

Step 2

Clean Data & Configure

Prepare master data, COA, and rules; configure GL, AR, AP, and operational modules.

Step 3

Pilot One Branch

Run a pilot with a selected branch or entity to validate postings and reporting.

Step 4

Go Live & Stabilize

Roll out to additional branches with standardized flows and tight cutover support.

Step 5

Optimize & Extend

Add new analytics, integrations, and automation as the business grows.

General Ledger — Accurate, real-time financials

Problem: GLs maintained via heavy manual journals, delayed postings, and fragmented sub-ledgers make it difficult to trust the numbers.
Transformation: Operational transactions from orders, shipments, receipts, and adjustments post automatically to the GL using rules-based automation.
Result: Accurate, real-time financial statements that finance and leadership can rely on — with faster closes and fewer adjustments.
General Ledger configuration and financial statements UI

AP Automation — Controlled, efficient vendor payments

Accounts payable approvals and invoice processing
Problem: Paper invoices, email approvals, and ad hoc payment runs create bottlenecks, late fees, and inconsistent controls.
Transformation: Automated AP workflows with routing, approvals, vendor terms, and payment batches tied directly to purchasing.
Result: Fewer late fees, consistent approvals, better cash forecasting, and more time for analysis instead of data entry.

AR & Collections — Healthier cash flow

Problem: Aging reports live in spreadsheets and collections depend on individual habits instead of a repeatable process.
Transformation: Centralized AR with standardized dunning, reminder schedules, and credit controls connected to sales and customer history.
Result: Faster collections, lower DSO, and clear visibility into who owes what — and why.
Accounts receivable aging and collections dashboard

Multi-Entity & Consolidation — One view across companies

Multi-entity consolidation and branch reporting in Ximple ERP
Problem: Multiple companies, branches, and currencies demand separate books and manual consolidation.
Transformation: Ximple supports multi-entity GL structures, intercompany postings, and automated consolidation.
Result: A single, consistent financial view across entities with less manual work and fewer errors.

Trusted by Finance Leaders in Wholesale Distribution

CFOs, controllers, and accounting managers at wholesale distribution companies use Ximple ERP to simplify their close, increase accuracy, and support growth — without adding unnecessary headcount.

Selecting an ERP is one of the most important decisions a distributor can make. With Ximple, the transition was smoother than we expected, and the support team was consistently proactive and knowledgeable. What impressed us most was how quickly issues were resolved and how invested the team was in our success. Ximple has become a reliable foundation for our operations, and I would make the same decision again without hesitation.

Kathy G Johnson, Glaze Supply Company, GA

Moving to a new ERP is a long-term commitment, so we needed a platform and a team we could trust. Ximple delivered exactly that. The data migration was smooth, the rollout was structured, and the support has remained consistently strong years later. What has stood out most is the partnership—direct access to leadership, quick responses, and a willingness to improve the system based on real distributor needs. Ximple continues to deliver value long after implementation.

Chris Duncan, Duncan Supply, UT

What stands out about Ximple is how user-friendly and fast it is. The mobile-style interface fits perfectly with our day-to-day workflow, and the pricing service integration gives us everything we need—spec sheets, data, and full pricing functionality—without extra steps. Support has always been prompt and straightforward, making the platform easy to trust.

John Rose, Customer Service, Supply TN

We needed an ERP that could support multiple companies without adding layers of complexity. Ximple made that easy. We now operate three companies on one platform, and our team moves between them with confidence. Shared accounting and effortless cross-coverage have improved our efficiency and reduced downtime. It’s a straightforward system that delivers meaningful operational value.

John Thomson, First Electric Supply

We evaluated several ERPs and chose Ximple because it balanced power with simplicity. Implementation was smooth, adoption was quick, and the platform continues to deliver measurable operational gains. We have better visibility into our business, tighter control over inventory, and faster, more confident decision-making. It’s a modern ERP we trust to support our growth for years ahead.

Sean Brooks, EVP, Encompass Supply

Ximple stands out as one of the most thoughtfully designed ERP platforms I’ve worked with. It simplifies complex distribution workflows, improves data accuracy, and reduces the manual effort that often slows teams down. The implementation framework is strong, the product is stable, and the support team is highly responsive. I confidently recommend Ximple to distributors looking for a modern, dependable ERP.

Masood, ERP Consultant, WMD

Ximple has brought clarity, consistency, and efficiency to our operation. The system is easy for our team to use, reduces manual work, and gives us the real-time visibility we need to make confident decisions. It’s a modern ERP that delivers value without adding complexity.

Geoff Calhoun, President, House Electric

Ximple has been one of the easiest ERPs to support from an IT standpoint. The system is stable, secure, and designed with practical workflows that our users adopted quickly. We’ve reduced support tickets, improved data accuracy, and gained a platform we can confidently build on.

John Cox, IT Department Head, Thompson Distribution

Ximple has elevated our customer service in a way that’s easy to see every day. Orders move faster, information is always accurate, and our team can serve customers with confidence. The system is simple to use and has made our service experience far more consistent.

Nick Patel, Owner, Discount Wholesale

We compared several ERP systems and Ximple stood out immediately. It offered the best balance of functionality, simplicity, and real-time visibility for a wholesale operation like ours. Implementation was smooth, the learning curve was low, and the platform has consistently delivered the performance we expected. Choosing Ximple over the others was the right call.

Jason, Owner, C&B Wholesale

Built for Finance, Operations, and Leadership Teams

Ximple ERP supports every stakeholder who depends on accurate, real-time financial and operational data.

CFO & Finance Leaders

Get daily P&L, cash, and margin visibility; support lender and investor requests; standardize controls; and scale without linearly adding headcount.

Controllers & Accounting Managers

Automate postings, reconciliations, and reporting so close cycles are faster and more predictable. Spend more time on analysis and less on manual consolidation.

Operations & Branch Leaders

See branch profitability, inventory performance, and customer margins in real time — and align local decisions with corporate financial goals.

Cloud ERP

Purpose-built for wholesale distribution, hosted and managed in the cloud.

Multi-Entity

Consolidate financials across companies, branches, and currencies.

Real-Time

Live GL, AR, AP, and inventory data — no batch updates.

Integrated

Connect eCommerce, WMS, CRM, and more to a single source of truth.

Considering Accounting ERP for Your Distribution Business?

Whether you are outgrowing QuickBooks, replacing a legacy ERP, or consolidating multiple systems after acquisitions, choosing the right platform is a strategic decision. Ximple ERP is designed to give distributors a modern, cloud-native foundation for the next decade.

Download the ERP Accounting Buyer’s Guide

Learn how to evaluate accounting ERP solutions for wholesale distribution:

  • Key requirements for GL, AR, AP, and consolidation in distribution.
  • Must-have features for inventory, pricing, and WMS integration.
  • Questions to ask vendors about implementation and support.
  • Checklist to compare options side-by-side.

Cloud ERP vs. On-Premise for Distributors

Modern distributors are moving to cloud ERP for lower total cost of ownership, faster innovation, and better scalability.

Topic Traditional On-Prem Cloud ERP with Ximple
Infrastructure Servers, hardware, and upgrades managed in-house. No servers to maintain; infrastructure managed by Ximple.
Updates Infrequent, time-consuming upgrades. Regular updates with minimal disruption.
Scalability Capacity planning and hardware purchases required. Scale branches, users, and entities without major projects.
Remote Access VPN and complex configurations. Secure browser access from any location or device.

Future-Ready Finance for Distribution

Ximple ERP gives distributors a modern foundation to support analytics, AI, and new business models — from omnichannel commerce to strategic acquisitions.

Data You Can Trust

Clean, structured data across GL, AR, AP, inventory, pricing, and WMS enables accurate reporting, scenario planning, and performance benchmarking.

Analytics & Decision Support

Real-time dashboards and drill-down reporting help leaders take action quickly, from pricing adjustments to inventory optimization and branch performance.

Ready for What’s Next

Cloud-native architecture makes it easier to add new capabilities, integrate partners, and support acquisitions without starting over.

FAQs: Accounting ERP for Wholesale Distribution

What is the best accounting ERP software for wholesale distribution?

The best accounting ERP software for wholesale distribution combines strong financial management (GL, AR, AP, banking, consolidation) with deep distribution features such as inventory, pricing, rebates, and warehouse management. Ximple ERP is designed specifically for distributors so finance and operations share the same real-time system instead of stitching together spreadsheets and generic tools.

Why do distributors outgrow basic accounting software?

As distributors add branches, SKUs, and volume, basic accounting tools struggle with complex terms, rebates, cost changes, and multi-entity structures. Month-end close becomes slower and less reliable. A distribution-focused accounting ERP like Ximple provides automation, control, and visibility that generic small-business tools cannot deliver.

How long does it take to implement Ximple ERP accounting?

Timeline depends on scope and number of entities, but many distributors go live on core accounting and operational modules in roughly 90 days. Ximple’s implementation approach focuses on clean data, standardized processes, and a phased rollout to reduce risk.

Talk to a Ximple ERP Specialist

Not sure if you are ready to move beyond your current accounting system? Our team can review your current environment and help you understand the options.

See Ximple ERP Accounting in Action

Explore how Ximple ERP unifies GL, AR, AP, banking, pricing, inventory, and warehouse operations for wholesale distributors — and what it could mean for your month-end close, cash flow, and growth.