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Our Story

Built by a founder who hated manual invoice entry

Maqoro exists because I know what it's like to dread the end of every quarter, knowing hours of tedious invoice entry await.

The problem I kept seeing and experiencing

I've struggled with this myself, and I've spoken to countless small business owners and freelancers who really struggle with staying on top of their bookkeeping.

It's amazing how passionate many of us are about what we do. But when it comes to admin tasks like invoice processing, we hit a wall. We put it off, scramble at the last minute, and end up stressed.

And I get it.

Alan Newman, Founder of Maqoro

From the founder

As a founder managing my own business, I needed a solution that could handle invoice processing without the manual data entry that was eating up my time. Not just basic OCR that still needs validation, but true automation that matches my accounting system and business workflow.

I also wanted a way to keep my books up to date without the quarterly scramble. I know what I need to track, but manually processing each invoice takes mental energy and time that could be spent growing the business.

It helps me stay organized year-round because I'm not worrying about hours of data entry waiting for me at quarter-end.

The insight that changed everything

Every quarter, I would spend an entire afternoon—sometimes 6 hours or more—manually entering invoices into Xero. I'd put it off until the last possible moment, and it would hang over me like a dark cloud.

I knew there had to be a better way, but existing solutions were either too expensive, too complex, or still required too much manual work.

I realized I could build a prototype using n8n to automatically extract invoice data and push it directly into Xero. The first version was rough, but it worked.

That prototype saved me 6 hours every quarter. More importantly, it freed me from the mental burden of knowing that tedious task was waiting for me.

That's when I knew this needed to be a real product—not just for me, but for every small business owner drowning in invoice admin.

What Maqoro does

A complete invoice automation solution built for small businesses

Intelligent Invoice Extraction

Advanced AI extracts all key data from your invoices—supplier details, line items, amounts, taxes—with accuracy that rivals manual entry.

Direct Xero Integration

Seamlessly pushes processed invoices directly into your Xero account with proper categorization and matching to the right suppliers.

Email Drop Zone

Forward invoices to your unique Maqoro email address and they're automatically processed—no manual upload required.

Smart Validation

Built-in checks catch potential issues before they reach your accounting system, ensuring data quality and compliance.

Where we're headed

We're building a platform that goes beyond simple invoice scanning. Our vision is to create intelligent automation that learns from your business patterns and adapts to your specific needs.

We're currently in beta, refining the core invoice processing engine and gathering feedback from early users. The response has been incredible—small business owners are finally seeing a solution built specifically for their needs.

Maqoro helps small businesses reclaim time spent on admin tasks and redirect it toward what truly matters: growing their business and serving their customers.

How Maqoro helps you succeed

Three core benefits designed to transform your invoice processing workflow

Save Hours Every Quarter

Eliminate manual data entry and reclaim 6+ hours every quarter. Spend that time on activities that actually grow your business.

Stay Organized Year-Round

Process invoices as they arrive instead of quarterly scrambles. Keep your books up-to-date and eliminate end-of-quarter stress.

Reduce Errors & Improve Accuracy

AI-powered extraction and validation means fewer mistakes, better data quality, and more reliable financial records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Maqoro

Why did you build Maqoro?

I built Maqoro because I was tired of spending 6+ hours every quarter manually entering invoices into my accounting system. After creating a prototype that saved me all that time, I realized countless other small business owners were facing the same frustration. Maqoro exists to give that time back to business owners so they can focus on what matters.

Who is Maqoro for?

Maqoro is designed for small business owners, freelancers, and consultants who use Xero for accounting and want to eliminate manual invoice entry. If you're spending hours each month or quarter processing invoices, Maqoro can help you reclaim that time.

How accurate is the invoice extraction?

Our AI-powered extraction is highly accurate, typically matching or exceeding manual data entry accuracy. The system includes built-in validation checks to catch potential issues before they reach your accounting system. You always have the opportunity to review and approve invoices before they're posted to Xero.

Do I need to leave Xero?

Not at all! Maqoro integrates directly with Xero and enhances your existing workflow. It simply automates the tedious data entry part, while all your financial records stay in Xero exactly where they should be. Think of Maqoro as your invoice processing assistant that feeds clean data into your existing accounting system.

How do I get started?

Join our waitlist to be among the first to access Maqoro when we launch. We're currently in beta and onboarding users gradually to ensure the best experience. You can also try our interactive demo to see how the invoice processing works without signing up.

Will this really save me time?

Absolutely. Based on my own experience and feedback from beta users, Maqoro typically saves 6+ hours per quarter for businesses processing 20-50 invoices. Even with the brief review step, you're looking at a fraction of the time manual entry would take. Plus, you eliminate the mental burden of knowing the task is waiting for you.

Ready to Reclaim Your Time?

Join thousands of freelancers who are already saving hours every month with Maqoro.