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Small businesses want an accounting solution that's secure, scalable and easy to share with an accountant. One popular option -- that delivers on each of these counts -- is Mountain View, Calif.-based Intuit's online accounting software, QuickBooks Online, Simple Start ($12.95 per month). 

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QuickBooks offers a rich archive of financial tools from simple account tracking and invoicing to options for managing vendors, contractors and employees.