How do I add expenses as a sole trader (toiminimi)?

As a toiminimi invoicer, you have access to a receipt scanner that makes it quick and easy to document your company's expenses (such as materials, gas and charging receipts, and travel expenses). You can upload electronic receipts through the receipt scanner and take a photo of a physical paper receipt. Always add only one receipt at a time – a single image cannot contain more than one receipt.

Expenses can be added more freely than as a light entrepreneur, without having to report them within a specific working period. However, we recommend adding expenses at least according to your VAT period, so that they are always added to the correct VAT return.

With a toiminimi, expenses are therefore not taken into account when your commission is paid, but are instead taken into account annually on your tax return.

How our receipt scanner works

1. In the app, open the Menu and select Receipts
2. Click the Upload receipt button
3. Choose whether you want to scan a receipt or take a photo
4. Upload the file from your device or snap a photo, then save
5. If it is not clear from the receipt how it relates to your business activities, explain it in more detail
6. Save

After saving, the receipt is sent to us for internal review. All receipts are always checked so that appropriate receipts are approved before the VAT and tax returns. So there's no need to keep an eye on a receipt awaiting review.