Outsourced bookkeeping in the US ranges widely — from $500/month for a light monthly package to $2,500+/month for local firms. A dedicated offshore bookkeeper through a managed provider starts around $8/hour, all-inclusive. Here is what actually drives the price.
What drives bookkeeping cost
- Transaction volume and number of bank/card accounts
- Frequency (monthly, weekly or daily updates)
- Payroll and AP/AR complexity
- Cleanup or catch-up work for messy books
- Reporting depth and controller oversight
The true cost of an in-house bookkeeper
A US in-house bookkeeper averages ~$48,000 salary, or roughly $5,500/month fully loaded with taxes, benefits and software. A dedicated outsourced bookkeeper delivers the same output at a fraction of that — with a replacement guarantee built in.
See the full math
Choosing the right package
Match the model to your volume: light monthly packages suit early-stage businesses; a dedicated bookkeeper suits companies that need weekly reconciliations, payroll and reliable reporting.
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- Outsourced Bookkeeping & Accounting: The Complete Guide for SMBs
- 5 Signs You Should Outsource Your Bookkeeping
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