Maintaining a healthy cash flow is vital for success. One common challenge many business owners face is managing timely payments, especially when dealing with recurring or ad-hoc invoices.
Enter Pinch Payments, a Brisbane-based payment facilitation platform designed to streamline the payment process, integrate seamlessly with popular accounting software like Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks, and ensure businesses get paid on time. FortiTech has been using Pinch Payments for over 6 years and it is one of the best decisions we have ever made!
But that’s not all—for businesses that require even more flexibility, Pinch also offers a developer-friendly API, allowing you to build your own custom payment integration.
What is Pinch Payments?
Pinch Payments is an innovative platform that automates the collection of payments from invoices issued through accounting systems such as Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks. By connecting your accounting software to Pinch, you can automate payment collections, set up custom payment plans, and ensure every payment is reconciled automatically, keeping your financial records up to date without manual intervention.
Key Benefits:
- Automate invoice payments, reducing manual follow-ups
- Seamless integration with Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks
- Multiple payment options, including credit card and direct debit
- Full control over transaction fees—absorb them or pass them onto customers
- Custom API integration for unique business needs
Seamless Integration with Accounting Software
Pinch Payments integrates with leading accounting platforms, making it easy for businesses to automate payment collections.
- Xero – A ‘Pay Now’ button is added to invoices, allowing clients to pay via direct debit or credit card. Auto-payments can also be set up, ensuring invoices are paid automatically on the due date.
- MYOB – Businesses can connect their MYOB account and automate payment collections, reducing admin workload.
- QuickBooks – Pinch supports QuickBooks, allowing businesses to collect payments for recurring or one-off invoices quickly.
With automatic reconciliation, payments are marked as received in your accounting software, keeping your books up to date without extra work.
Custom API Integration for Developers
For businesses looking for a tailored payment solution, Pinch offers a powerful API that allows developers to build custom integrations.
- Custom Checkout Flows – Integrate Pinch into your existing online platform for a seamless customer experience.
- Automated Payment Workflows – Set up unique automated payment rules based on your business model.
- Full Flexibility – Manage payments, customers, and invoicing with a custom-built solution.
Perfect for businesses with complex invoicing needs or custom-built software that requires secure payment integration.
Flexible Payment Options & Customer Control
Pinch Payments offers several payment options to make life easier for businesses and their customers.
- Direct Debit & Credit Card Payments – Accept payments via direct debit from a bank account or credit/debit card.
- Payment Plans – Offer flexible payment schedules for larger invoices.
- Batch Payments – Customers can pay multiple invoices at once, improving cash flow
- Subscription based payments - your clients can pay their subscriptions through Pinch as well.
Passing on or Absorbing Transaction Fees—You Decide!
One of the most flexible features of Pinch Payments is that businesses can choose to either:
- Absorb transaction fees themselves, keeping costs simple for customers, OR
- Pass fees directly onto customers, ensuring the full invoice amount is received.
This decision can be made on a customer-by-customer basis, giving businesses full control over how they handle transaction costs.
Customer Portal for Easy Payments
Pinch also provides a secure customer portal where clients can:
- Schedule Payments – Choose to pay invoices immediately or set them for later.
- Manage Payment Methods – Save or update payment details securely.
- View Invoices in One Place – Access all outstanding invoices and download PDFs.
This portal improves the payment experience for customers while reducing administrative follow-ups for businesses.
Indicative Fees
Pinch operates on a transparent, pay-as-you-go model with no setup or monthly fees:
Direct Debit Transactions: 1% + 30c per transaction (capped at $5)
Credit/Debit Card Transactions: 1.95% + 30c per transaction for domestic Visa/Mastercard payments
PCI-DSS Compliance: Why Security Matters
- Securely processes transactions to prevent fraud
- Helps businesses meet compliance requirements
- Builds customer trust by ensuring payment security
With cyber threats on the rise, using a PCI-DSS compliant payment processor like Pinch helps safeguard your business and customers.
Why Businesses Should Consider Pinch Payments
As a Brisbane-based company, Pinch Payments understands the needs of local businesses and provides:
- Local Support – A dedicated Australian-based support team
- Tailored Solutions – Designed for Australian businesses and tax requirements
- Community Focus – Supporting a homegrown fintech company
Final Thoughts
Managing payments doesn’t have to be a headache. With Pinch Payments, Brisbane business owners can automate invoicing, get paid faster, and improve cash flow—all while maintaining full control over transaction costs.
By offering PCI-DSS compliant security, seamless Xero/MYOB/QuickBooks integration, and the ability to pass on or absorb fees, Pinch provides an efficient and flexible solution for modern businesses.
Need something even more customised? With the Pinch API, businesses can create fully integrated, automated payment systems tailored to their needs.
Looking for a better way to manage payments? Visit getpinch.com.au and start streamlining your payment collections today!