At Oculus Group, we know many of our clients already rely on Xero as their go-to accounting software.
But you may not be aware of some powerful new features recently added to help you get paid faster.
These updates are designed to make invoicing smoother, payments easier for your customers, and cash flow more predictable — all without adding extra admin to your day.
Late payments are a common frustration for business owners. They can put pressure on your ability to pay suppliers, manage wages, and invest in growth.
The good news is that Xero has introduced several innovations designed specifically to speed up payment times and give you better control over your receivables.
1. Embedded “Pay Now” Buttons
Xero now allows you to add a Pay Now button directly to your online invoices.
By integrating with payment services such as Stripe, GoCardless, and PayPal, your customers can pay you instantly via credit card, debit card, or direct debit – without having to log in to their bank account or manually enter payment details.
It’s simple: the easier you make it for customers to pay, the faster you’ll receive your money.
Businesses that use Xero’s payment services have been shown to get paid up to twice as fast as those who rely on bank transfers alone.
2. Instant Payment Reminders
Chasing overdue invoices can be awkward and time-consuming. Xero’s automated payment reminders now allow you to set and forget your follow-ups.
You can schedule polite reminder emails to be sent before, on, or after the due date – and personalise the tone and wording to match your business style.
This feature not only keeps your payment requests consistent, but it also removes the emotion from the process. Customers are less likely to feel singled out, and you’re more likely to be paid on time.
3. E-Invoicing for Faster Delivery
Traditional invoicing methods – even email PDFs – rely on the customer manually entering your details into their system.
Xero’s e-invoicing feature enables invoices to be sent directly from your Xero account into your customer’s accounting software, ready for approval and payment.
This removes manual data entry, reduces errors, and gets your invoice to the top of their to-do list faster.
For small businesses that work with large organisations or government departments, this can significantly speed up payment cycles.
4. Mobile Invoicing on the Go
Time is money, and Xero’s mobile app now allows you to create and send invoices from anywhere – even right after finishing a job.
The faster your invoice lands in your customer’s inbox, the sooner it’s in their payment queue.
You can also check the status of invoices, send reminders, and even reconcile payments while on the move.
5. Real-Time Payment Tracking
With Xero’s latest dashboard updates, you can now see at a glance who has paid, who is overdue, and which invoices are in progress.
This real-time visibility means you can act quickly to follow up outstanding amounts before they become problematic.
Final Word from Oculus Group
At Oculus Group, we recommend reviewing your invoicing process to make full use of these new Xero features.
Faster payments mean better cash flow — and better cash flow means less stress, more stability, and more opportunities for growth.
If you’d like us to help you set up these tools or integrate Xero’s payment services into your business, get in touch.
The sooner we get started, the sooner you’ll see the results in your bank account.
