How reading receipts works
Upload a photo or PDF of a receipt or purchase invoice. Mizara recognises the details on it and fills in the form for you: supplier, date, total, VAT rate and a suggested category.
Prefer to type everything in? That works too. Reading is a help, not a requirement.
VAT on your expenses
When a supplier charges VAT, you can usually deduct it as input VAT. Mizara tracks that VAT per quarter and offsets it against the VAT on your invoices. So you see what you pay on balance.
- Total on the receipt
- €223.85
- Of which VAT (21%)
- − €38.85
- Cost for your profit
- €185.00
Mizara offsets the €38.85 VAT in your fourth-quarter VAT return.
Some costs are only partly deductible, such as food and drink or private use. If in doubt, check the Belastingdienst or ask your accountant.
Linking costs to a job
If an expense belongs to a specific job, link it to the invoice. That invoice then shows what the job really earns you, after costs and tax.
How long to keep receipts
As a business owner you generally keep your records for 7 years, or 10 years for records about real estate. Mizara keeps the receipt with the booking, so you can find it later.
Frequently asked questions
Which files can I upload?
Photos and PDFs of receipts and purchase invoices.
What if a value is read wrong?
You correct it before you confirm. Nothing is booked without your approval.
Can I book expenses from my bank statement?
Yes. After importing your statement you can book a payment directly as an expense or match it to a receipt you've already uploaded.