Buffer streamlines global reimbursements and builds reliable financial processes with Expensify
At a Glance
Biggest results with: Expensify's Global Reimbursements
Accounting package:
Favorite features:
- Global reimbursements
- Accounting software integration
- Mobile expense management
The best part:
- Faster reimbursements
- Smooth employee onboarding
- Scalable workflows
Customer since: 2015
Buffer, the popular social media scheduling platform, has been a fully remote company since day one. With teammates across multiple countries, handling reimbursements could have been chaotic, but it isn’t, thanks to Expensify.
Buffer has been using Expensify since 2015, and they can speak to one thing confidently: Expensify just works.
Most importantly, Expensify is intuitive enough for everyone, regardless of location or tech preferences.
The challenge: Managing global expense chaos
As a remote-first company committed to transparency and operational excellence, Buffer required a solution that could work seamlessly across different countries, currencies, and team preferences.
They needed an expense management solution that could:
Handle global complexity: Process reimbursements efficiently across multiple countries and currencies
Provide flexibility for team members: Accommodate different user preferences, whether through the browser or mobile app
Create transparency: Establish clear expectations for both employees and the finance team regarding reimbursement status
Prevent errors: Automatically identify potential duplicate expenses to maintain financial integrity
The solution: Expensify's global reimbursement platform with the Xero integration
Buffer chose Expensify as their expense management solution, implementing it as part of their effort to professionalize their financial operations. The platform has proven to be a reliable, long-term partner as Buffer has grown and evolved.
The finance team at Buffer particularly values how Expensify has been customized to meet their unique needs:
Global reimbursements: Expensify handles payments across multiple countries and currencies, essential for Buffer's distributed team
Flexible access options: Team members can choose between the browser version or mobile app based on their preferences
Automatic duplicate detection: The system automatically flags potential duplicate reimbursements, saving time and preventing errors
Xero integration: Seamless connection with Buffer's accounting system ensures accurate financial records
The result: A reliable global reimbursement system that scales
Since implementing Expensify, Buffer has achieved significant operational wins:
Faster, clearer reimbursements
Employees know when they’ll be reimbursed, and reports are easy to track. No more back-and-forth or unclear status updates.
Efficiency for Finance
Auto-flagging of duplicate expenses, streamlined approvals, and reduced manual oversight mean more time for strategic work.
Smooth onboarding
New hires learn Expensify as part of their ramp-up, minimizing friction and reducing training time.
Scalable workflows
Expensify’s customizable setup allows Buffer to create unique workspaces that meet teammates' compliance and payroll needs worldwide.
“Expensify simplified tracking receipts and streamlining reimbursements across our team. It is customizable for the needs of every kind of team!”
— Buffer Finance Team
The Expensify edge
What makes Expensify such a great fit for Buffer? It’s the straightforward solution. It simply manages expenses, regardless of team location or operational nuances.
Whether your team spans multiple time zones, operates with various currencies, or has individual preferences for app versus browser access, Expensify ensures seamless processing. Its inherent flexibility addresses underlying complexities, allowing your team to focus on their core tasks.
Consider this: Buffer has relied on Expensify since 2015. This enduring partnership underscores the platform's consistent performance and reliability over time.
As Buffer's needs have evolved, Expensify has scaled and adapted accordingly, demonstrating its value as a long-term, dependable solution.
Why choose Expensify for your company
So, why Expensify for you? Because you're not stuck in 1999.
Building a team that's everywhere, deals in every currency, and moves fast? Your expense system can't be the bottleneck. Your expense management system needs to work as flexibly as your team does.
Expensify offers:
Receipts and reimbursements: Poof. Automated
Global teams with global payments? No problem. Your international crew gets paid in their currency, on time.
Clarity for employees and finance alike. Employees know where their money is; finance has the data they need.
Scale effortlessly. You won't outgrow Expensify.
Whether you’re 10 people or 10,000, Expensify grows with you. Just ask Buffer.
Ready to simplify global reimbursements for your distributed team?
Take a tour of the super intuitive and easy to use Expensify mobile app, with English and Spanish language capabilities, or click on the button below to get started.
