QuickBooks Premier, developed by Intuit, is a robust, industry-focused accounting solution tailored to meet the unique needs of small to mid-sized businesses. With advanced tools for financial management, job costing, inventory tracking, and customized reporting, QuickBooks Premier empowers businesses to operate more efficiently and make data-driven decisions.
As part of the trusted QuickBooks family, Premier offers all the core accounting features of QuickBooks Desktop with added capabilities designed for specific industries such as Manufacturing & Wholesale, Nonprofits, Contractors, Retail, and Professional Services. Each industry edition includes customized chart of accounts, specialized reports, and workflows that align with sector-specific practices and compliance requirements.
QuickBooks Premier helps streamline day-to-day tasks such as invoicing, bill tracking, payroll management (when integrated with QuickBooks Payroll), and financial forecasting. It supports multi-user access, allowing teams to collaborate more effectively in a secure, desktop-based environment.
Key features of QuickBooks Premier include:
- Industry-specific reporting and tools
- Inventory tracking and management
- Sales orders and backorder tracking
- Job costing and profitability analysis
- Forecasting and budgeting capabilities
- Class and location tracking
With its user-friendly interface and powerful features, QuickBooks Premier is designed for business owners and accounting professionals who want more control and insight without the complexity of an enterprise system. Whether you're managing construction projects, tracking donations, or running a retail store, QuickBooks Premier gives you the tools to succeed.
Frequently Asked Questions
QuickBooks Premier offers all the features of QuickBooks Pro, plus advanced reporting tools and six industry-specific editions (e.g., Contractor, Nonprofit, Retail, Manufacturing & Wholesale, Professional Services, and General Business).
No, QuickBooks Premier is a desktop application. However, it can be hosted on the cloud via a third-party hosting provider if remote access is needed.
Yes, QuickBooks Premier supports up to five simultaneous users. Each user must have a valid license and be on the same version/year of the software.
Yes, it includes robust inventory management, including unit tracking, backorders, and inventory valuation methods (FIFO, average cost).
Yes, QuickBooks Premier supports payroll functionality when integrated with QuickBooks Desktop Payroll. You can manage employee pay, taxes, direct deposit, and more.
Yes, you can upgrade from QuickBooks Pro to Premier. Your company file will be automatically updated to the new version upon opening in Premier.
Yes. Intuit now offers QuickBooks Premier Plus, an annual subscription that includes updates, support, data backups, and premium features.
With Premier Plus, you receive access to 24/7 customer support and automatic product updates during your subscription period.