Turn Project Milestones Into Predictable Cash Flow
Engineering consultancies wait 55-70 days for payment as technical disputes and client approval processes delay milestone payments. Project-based billing creates lumpy cash flow with retention clauses tying up cash. Equisettle tracks complex project billing cycles to ensure every milestone payment arrives on schedule.
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Project-based billing creates unpredictable cash flow with large amounts tied up in work-in-progress
Technical disputes over deliverables frequently delay final payments and retention release
✓ Collections running in the background, 24/7, without being asked
✓ "It's like having an extra finance team member — without the salary."
✓ Cash flow you can predict — not just hope for
✓ Finance team spending time on strategy, not spreadsheets
Live in 48 hours. No IT team required.
Connect your accounting software, and Equisettle handles the rest. Your dedicated success manager gets you fully live within two working days.
Frequently asked questions
How does Equisettle help engineering services businesses improve cash flow?
Equisettle automates your collections process end-to-end — sending payment reminders, tracking invoice ages, predicting which clients will pay late, and escalating overdue accounts. Engineering services businesses typically see DSO reduce by 20-30 days within the first quarter.
How does Equisettle handle project-based billing for engineering firms?
Equisettle tracks each project invoice independently, with custom reminder schedules and escalation rules per invoice type. Milestone invoices, retention releases, and variation orders each follow their own collections workflow — automatically.
Which accounting integrations does Equisettle support for engineering businesses?
Equisettle integrates with Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, and FreeAgent. Engineering invoices sync automatically, keeping your AR process current without manual data entry.
What is the average payment delay for UK engineering services businesses?
UK engineering services businesses face average payment delays of 55-70 days, with technical disputes and client approval processes the most common causes. Equisettle clients reduce this by 20-30 days through systematic automated chasing.
Can Equisettle integrate with project management tools used by engineers?
Equisettle connects to your accounting platform (Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, FreeAgent) where your project invoices are raised. This gives you full AR visibility without duplicating data across systems.