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The Accounting Seat Model™

Solve Capacity. Accelerate Growth.

Structured Accounting Capacity Solutions

Global offshore accounting talent, powered by modern tech and smarter workflows. We identify where capacity is constrained in your organization and help deploy the right accounting talent at the right level.

Start with one Accounting Seat. Scale as you grow.

Since 2007 300+ Clients 7-Day Onboarding Transparent Pricing 4.8★on G2

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Finsmart team

About Finsmart About Finsmart

About Finsmart Accounting

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300
Clients
100
CPA & Accounting Firms
200+
Team Members
9+
Years Client Retention
7+
Countries Served

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Who We Serve

Built for Accounting Professionals

Whether you run a solo practice or a regional firm, Finsmart scales with you.

CPA Firms

Expand capacity during peak season without adding permanent headcount.

Bookkeeping Firms

Deliver more to clients without burning out your core team.

CFO Advisors

Focus on strategy while Finsmart handles the execution layer.

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Six Reasons

Why Firms Choose Finsmart

Faster Onboarding

Our structured process gets talent deployed in days, not months.

Pre-Vetted Talent

Every accountant is tested, trained, and ready to work in your systems.

Your Tools, Your Processes

Talent adapts to how you work - no ramp-up friction.

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Available Seats

Choose the Seat That Fits

Bookkeeping Seat

AP, AR, bank recs, and month-end close. Fully managed, fully yours.

Explore Bookkeeping Seat

Senior Accounting Seat

Financial statements, reconciliations, and reporting packages.

Explore Senior Accounting Seat

USA Tax Seat

1040, 1120, 1065 preparation and review support across all states.

Explore USA Tax Seat

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Structured Capacity Solutions

A Smarter Way to Build Offshore Accounting Capacity

Finsmart helps CPA and accounting firms and corporate finance teams build offshore accounting capacity across bookkeeping, accounting, tax preparation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, close, review, and FP&A — without the complexity of traditional outsourcing or conventional hiring.

For CPA & Accounting Firms

Free up partner time. Improve delivery capacity.

Higher Value Work Partner /Review Level Senior Level Preparer /Transaction Level Routine Execution ● Reviewer Seat● Tax Manager Seat● Strategic Support ● Senior Accounting Seat● Tax Senior Seat● Client Management Support ● Bookkeeping Seat● Tax Preparer Seat● Cleanup Seat● Workflow Seat
For SMBs & Enterprises

Build a stronger, more scalable finance function.

Higher Strategic Impact Controller /Strategic Level Execution Level TransactionLevel Core Operations ● Controller Seat● FP&A Seat● Strategic Finance Support ● GL Accountant Seat● Senior Accountant Seat● Close Support ● AP Seat● AR Seat● Accounting Clerk Seat● Data Processing Support

Functions Covered

Bookkeeping Accounting Tax Preparation Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Month-End Close Review & Oversight FP&A

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Why Accounting Seat Works

More Than Talent. Structured Capacity.

Pre-Vetted

Accounting capability, communication, and role fit assessed upfront.

Process-Trained

Prepared to work within structured accounting workflows.

Tech-Enabled

Comfortable with modern platforms, automation, and smarter workflows.

Embedded

Works inside your systems and communication rhythm.

Scalable

Add capacity wherever your organization needs it.

Learn About the Seat Model

How an Accounting Seat Gets Deployed

From Capacity Gap to Go-Live

Understand Your Requirement

We understand the role, capacity gap, systems, and working style you need.

Match the Right Talent

We identify pre-vetted, process-trained accounting professionals from our available talent pool.

Align to Your Workflow

We set up the Seat around your systems, processes, SOPs, and communication rhythm.

Go Live — Typically Within 7 Days

For most core accounting roles, our bench strength enables you to get started quickly and begin adding capacity to your team.

Book a Discovery Call

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You Don't Outsource to Us. You Add a Seat.

Accounting Seat vs Other Ways to Add Capacity

You get a pre-vetted, process-trained, tech-enabled accounting professional who works inside your systems, follows your processes, and functions as an extension of your team. It gives you the control of an in-house team without the friction of traditional hiring or the rigid scoping of traditional outsourcing.

Traditional Hiring Traditional Outsourcing
Best Choice
Finsmart Accounting Seat
How it starts Hire for a defined role Scope a defined body of work Identify where capacity is constrained
What you get An employee you recruit and build Completed work / service output A pre-vetted, process-trained, tech-enabled accounting professional
How they work Inside your organization Managed largely by the provider Inside your systems, your processes, your team
Setup effort Recruitment, interviews, negotiation Detailed scoping of volume and deliverables Role alignment and structured onboarding
Control High Usually lower High - managed within your operating rhythm
Flexibility Hiring and exits take time Changes often require re-scoping Add, replace or scale Seats anytime
Talent access Limited to your hiring reach Talent controlled by provider Global pool of pre-qualified accounting talent
Hiring gives you people
Outsourcing gives you output
Accounting Seat gives you structured capacity

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Why Finsmart Wins

The Difference Is in the Model

We don't compete on price alone. We compete on how we work. Here's what makes 300+ clients stay with us for years.

Global Accounting Talent

Access skilled offshore accounting professionals across different levels and specializations.

Process Discipline

Structured onboarding, SOP alignment, and clear operating practices.

Modern Tech

Professionals comfortable with leading accounting platforms, automation, and evolving AI-assisted workflows.

Embedded Delivery

Talent works within your systems, processes, and communication rhythm.

Bench Strength

Continuity and replacement support when requirements change.

Built to Scale

Start with one Seat and expand across roles, levels, and finance functions.

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Why Finsmart

  • Dedicated Accountant
  • Real-Time Reporting
  • Tax-Ready Books
  • Multi-Currency Support

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Starting from

$299/mo

No lock-in contracts

Dedicated Expertise

An Accountant Who Knows Your Business

We pair you with a senior accountant who specialises in your industry - so you never have to explain the basics twice.

  • Dedicated senior accountant assigned to your account
  • Works inside your existing software - no migration needed
  • Monthly close delivered by the 5th business day
  • Tax-ready books with proactive advisory included
Meet the Team

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Finsmart accounting professionals working at desks
300+ Client firms trust Finsmart

Why Our Team

Built Different From Day One

Finsmart was founded on a single premise: accounting firms deserve dedicated professionals who work inside their systems, under their brand, and on their terms.

  • Pre-Vetted, Not Just Available

    Every professional goes through a multi-stage vetting process covering technical skills, software proficiency, English communication, and client-readiness.

  • US GAAP & IFRS Trained

    Finsmart professionals are trained to US GAAP standards and familiar with IFRS requirements for UK and EU clients.

  • Certified in Your Software Stack

    QuickBooks, Xero, Sage, NetSuite, Bill.com, FreshBooks - professionals arrive pre-trained on the tools your firm already uses.

  • NDA-Bound by Default

    Every Finsmart team member signs a full confidentiality agreement before accessing any client data.

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Our Three-Tier Model
Leadership Team
Senior Accountants
Support Staff

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Expert Insight

Outsourcing your accounting doesn't mean losing control — it means gaining a partner who handles the complexity so you can focus on growth.

Chirag Patel

Founder, Finsmart Accounting

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Ready to add structured accounting capacity to your firm?

Schedule a Discovery Call

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CFO Services

What Our CFOs Do

Financial Modeling

Dynamic, scenario-based financial models built for investors, boards, and strategic decisions. 3-statement integrated models, scenario analysis, and rolling 12-month forecasts.

Cash Flow Management

Cash is the oxygen of your business. We build 13-week rolling forecasts, identify gaps early, and model scenarios before they become crises.

Board Reporting

Board-ready financial packages your directors and investors will actually read - clear, concise, with variance commentary and narrative, delivered on schedule.

KPI Dashboards

Real-time financial and operational dashboards built in Power BI or Tableau, tracking EBITDA, gross margin, CAC, LTV, and the metrics your leadership team needs.

Budgeting & Forecasting

Annual budgets and rolling forecasts built bottom-up, with department-level cost allocation, scenario planning, and quarterly reforecast cycles.

Investor Presentations

Fundraising materials and investor decks with financial projections, pitch deck financial sections, data room preparation, and VC/PE due diligence support.

M&A Support

Whether you are acquiring, selling, or merging - financial due diligence, quality of earnings analysis, and post-merger integration planning.

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WHY CHOOSE FINSMART?

One Partner. Every Solution.

From CPA firms to SMBs and enterprises, from restaurants to real estate - Finsmart delivers the same standard: dedicated, trained, fast.

Dedicated, Not Shared

Your professional works exclusively for your firm - 100% of their time on your work, always.

7-Day Onboarding

Pre-trained, pre-vetted professionals deployed in one week - not months of ramp-up time.

Your Tools, Always

QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite, Sage - they work in your existing stack. Zero migration required.

Transparent Pricing

Published rates, no hidden fees. See what a seat costs before you ever pick up the phone.

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Ideal For

Built for Every Stage of Your CPA Practice

Whether you're a solo practitioner or a growing firm, white label accounting adds capacity without adding headcount.

Solo CPA Practitioner

You handle client relationships and advisory. We handle the bookkeeping, reconciliations and financial statements behind the scenes - so you can take on more clients without burning out.

Growing CPA Firm

You're winning new business faster than you can hire. A white label team scales with your pipeline - keeping delivery quality high while your senior staff focus on reviews and client advisory.

Practice Adding Capacity

Adding a new service line - fractional CFO, audit support, industry niche - but don't want to staff it yet? White label accounting lets you launch the service before you've built the internal team.

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WHAT WE BUILD

Six Workflow Systems That Transform How Your Firm Operates

Finsmart's workflow team designs, documents and implements six core workflow systems for your firm's services, clients and tools. Every workflow is built once, reused forever.

Client Onboarding Workflows

A structured, repeatable intake process for every new client, from the first signed engagement letter to fully configured access in your systems. Document once. Deliver consistently. Every time, with every client.

Engagement Setup Portal Access KYC Checklist

Month-End Close Checklists

A step-by-step, assigned close checklist that ensures nothing is skipped: bank reconciliations, accruals, depreciation, management reports. Cut your average close from 10 days down to 3 with the right sequence and accountability.

Bank Recs Accruals Financial Statements

Tax Preparation Pipelines

From document collection to final review and filing, a structured tax pipeline ensures your team knows exactly who owns every return, what is outstanding, and what comes next. No more chasing at the last minute.

Document Request Preparer Queues Review Gates

Document Collection Systems

Automated client reminders, organized intake portals and receipt tracking - so your team spends zero time chasing documents and 100% of their time doing accounting. Integrated with Canopy, Karbon, or your existing stack.

Auto-Reminders Client Portal Receipt Tracking

Staff Training & SOPs

Every workflow comes with documented SOPs your team can follow without tribal knowledge. New hires are productive in days, not months. Processes survive staff turnover and scale without senior bottlenecks.

SOP Library Training Guides Onboarding Docs

Reporting & KPI Dashboards

Standardized reporting workflows that pull the right data, in the right format, at the right time. Monthly management packs, partner dashboards, and client-facing reports - all built into a repeatable system.

Management Packs KPI Tracking Client Reports

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How We Compare

Finsmart Seat vs Your Other Options

What You Need
Best Choice
Finsmart Seat
In-House Hire Local Bookkeeper
Monthly Cost $2,400 – $3,600/mo $5,000 – $10,000+ (salary + overhead) $500–$1,500 (part-time, limited scope)
Time to Start ✓7-day onboarding guarantee 4–12 weeks (recruiting + notice) 1–3 weeks, often part-time only
100% Dedicated Time ✓Full working day ✓Yes ✗Shared across many clients
Fractional CFO Capability ✓Included at Reviewer Seat level ✓Only if you hire a CFO ✗Not available
Support Team Included ✓3-tier team, no extra cost ✗HR / management on you ✗You manage directly
No Contract / Cancel Anytime ✓30 days' notice, no penalty ✗Severance, notice period, risk ~Varies
Works in Your Software ✓Pre-trained on your tools ✓Yes ~Usually, but may push theirs
Transparent Published Pricing ✓Fully published, no hidden fees ~Market rate ~Varies, often opaque

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Business owner and accountant reviewing financials together
NDA Signed By every professional
Why Finsmart

Built for Businesses at Every Stage - SMB to Enterprise

Most growing businesses are stuck between two bad options: hire someone full-time (expensive, risky, slow) or use a local bookkeeper who disappears at tax season or can’t scale with you. Finsmart is the third option - and it scales with you from a single seat to a full multi-entity finance team.

  • 100% Dedicated, Not Pooled

    Your professional works exclusively for you, not split across 20 other clients. Their full working time is yours.

  • Works in Your Software

    QuickBooks, Xero, FreshBooks, NetSuite, Sage. Your seat is pre-trained on your tools. No migration required.

  • Save 40–60% vs. In-House

    No payroll taxes, no benefits, no office costs. A Finsmart seat costs a fraction of what a full-time equivalent would cost you in the US.

  • Scale Up or Down Anytime

    Add a second seat when your business grows. Remove it with 30 days’ notice if things slow down. No penalties, no friction.

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Real Estate Accounting Services

Everything Your Property Portfolio Needs

Real estate accounting is uniquely complex - multi-entity structures, variable lease terms, CAM pools, and investor capital accounts require specialists, not generalists.

Property Accounting

Complete bookkeeping for residential and commercial properties - tracking income, expenses, and equity across individual assets and consolidated portfolios.

  • Per-property income & expense tracking
  • Mortgage, depreciation & amortisation
  • Capital improvement vs. expense classification
  • Multi-entity property consolidations
  • Monthly property-level P&L statements

Lease Tracking

Manage commercial and residential lease schedules with precision - rent rolls, escalation clauses, renewal options, and straight-line rent calculations under ASC 842.

  • Rent roll maintenance & reporting
  • Lease escalation & CPI adjustments
  • ASC 842 / IFRS 16 lease accounting
  • Security deposit tracking
  • Lease expiration alerts & schedules

CAM Reconciliation

Common Area Maintenance reconciliations handled accurately and on schedule - reducing disputes with tenants and ensuring your NNN leases are properly settled each year.

  • Annual CAM pool calculation
  • Tenant pro-rata share allocations
  • CAM estimates vs. actuals reconciliation
  • Exclusion & cap analysis
  • CAM billing & reconciliation statements

Investor Reporting

Deliver clean, professional reports to your investors on time - capital account maintenance, distributions, preferred returns, and waterfall calculations handled correctly.

  • Investor capital account maintenance
  • Distribution calculations & schedules
  • Preferred return & waterfall tracking
  • Quarterly investor packages
  • K-1 support & partner allocations

Real Estate Bookkeeping

Day-to-day bookkeeping for property management companies, REITs, syndicates, and individual landlords - bank reconciliation, vendor invoices, and monthly close.

  • Bank & credit card reconciliation
  • Vendor invoice processing & AP
  • Rent collection reconciliation
  • Property management fee accounting
  • Monthly close & financial statements

Tax & Compliance Support

1031 exchange tracking, depreciation schedules, cost segregation support, and real estate tax preparation assistance - keeping your portfolio tax-efficient and compliant.

  • Depreciation schedule maintenance
  • 1031 exchange basis tracking
  • Cost segregation study support
  • Real estate tax return support
  • Schedule E & Form 8825 preparation

? ACCOUNTING SEAT VS OTHER

You Don't Outsource to Us. You Add a Seat.

Accounting Seat vs Other Ways to Add Capacity

You get a pre-vetted, process-trained, tech-enabled accounting professional who works inside your systems, follows your processes, and functions as an extension of your team. It gives you the control of an in-house team without the friction of traditional hiring or the rigid scoping of traditional outsourcing.

Traditional Hiring Traditional Outsourcing
Best Choice
Finsmart Accounting Seat
How it starts Hire for a defined role Scope a defined body of work Identify where capacity is constrained
What you get An employee you recruit and build Completed work / service output A pre-vetted, process-trained, tech-enabled accounting professional
How they work Inside your organization Managed largely by the provider Inside your systems, your processes, your team
Setup effort Recruitment, interviews, negotiation Detailed scoping of volume and deliverables Role alignment and structured onboarding
Control High Usually lower High - managed within your operating rhythm
Flexibility Hiring and exits take time Changes often require re-scoping Add, replace or scale Seats anytime
Talent access Limited to your hiring reach Talent controlled by provider Global pool of pre-qualified accounting talent
Hiring gives you people
Outsourcing gives you output
Accounting Seat gives you structured capacity

Where Is Capacity Constrained in Your Firm?

The Right Capacity. At the Right Level.

HIGH VALUE
REVIEW LEADERSHIP EXECUTION TRANSACTION
ENTRY LEVEL

Review / Leadership

When partner and manager bandwidth is getting consumed by review and supervision.

TYPICAL SOLUTIONS

Reviewer Seat Tax Manager Senior Review Capacity

Execution

When experienced team members are overloaded with day-to-day delivery.

TYPICAL SOLUTIONS

Senior Accounting Seat Tax Senior

Transaction

When recurring work is consuming valuable bandwidth.

TYPICAL SOLUTIONS

Bookkeeping Seat Tax Preparer Cleanup Seat Workflow Support

Free up capacity at the highest-value level of your firm.

Identify → Structure → Deploy → Scale

? AUTO CAPACITY GRID

Capacity Mapping

Where Is Capacity Breaking in Your Automotive Business?

Automotive businesses have accounting workflows that extend far beyond basic bookkeeping.

Sales & Cash

Daily sales, deposits, merchant accounts and reconciliation.

Parts & Inventory

Purchases, returns, credits, inventory movement and vendor reconciliation.

AP & Vendors

Invoices, payments, statements, accruals and 3-way matching.

AR & Collections

Aging, fleet customers, deposits and cash application.

Accounting & Close

GL, reconciliations, accruals, P&L and month-end close.

Reporting & Visibility

Location-level reporting, margins, KPIs and management reporting.

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Technology Stack

The Tools Our CFOs Master

Our virtual CFOs do not ask you to change your software. They work inside your existing platforms, delivering CFO-grade outputs in the tools your business already relies on.

Microsoft Excel

Financial Modeling

Power BI

KPI Dashboards

Tableau

Data Visualization

QuickBooks

Accounting Platform

Xero

Accounting Platform

NetSuite

ERP & Reporting

Sage Intacct

Financial Management

Stripe

Revenue Analytics

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Scalable Capacity

Tax Season Capacity: Scale from 5 to 500 Returns

Start Small, Grow Fast

Start with a single dedicated preparer for small-season overflow. Add preparers mid-season as your queue grows — no long-term contracts required.

Peak-Season Surge Support

March–April crunch? Deploy additional preparers for 8–16 weeks only. Reduce headcount after the filing deadline without any severance or HR complexity.

Year-Round Preparers Available

For firms with year-round return volume — extensions, amended returns, state filings — keep a dedicated preparer active 12 months for uninterrupted throughput.

Volume Pricing Available

Firms processing 100+ returns per season qualify for volume seat pricing. Contact us for a custom quote tailored to your return mix and timeline.

Returns Capacity — By Firm Size

Solo / Small Firm 5–50 returns
1 dedicated preparer
Mid-Size Firm 50–200 returns
2–4 dedicated preparers
Large / Regional Firm 200–500+ returns
5–10+ dedicated preparers
24hr
Avg. turnaround
16+
Years tax expertise

? AUDIENCE CARDS

Who Needs FP&A

Four Business Profiles That Need This Now

If you recognise your business in any of these descriptions, you have outgrown basic bookkeeping. You need forward-looking financial intelligence, and you need it without hiring a full-time team.

$1M+ Revenue Business

Once you cross the million-dollar revenue threshold, historical bookkeeping is no longer enough to run the business. You need to know where you are headed, not just where you have been. Monthly P&L forecasts, budget vs actual and rolling cash flow projections become mandatory management tools at this stage.

Monthly Forecasting Variance Analysis Cash Flow
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Pre-Funding Startup

Investors do not fund ideas. They fund projections they can believe. If you are approaching a Series A or raising from angels, your financial model has to stand up to scrutiny. A Finsmart FP&A analyst builds investor-grade revenue models, burn rate analysis, runway calculations and the financial narrative your pitch deck depends on.

Investor Models Burn Rate Analysis Board Decks
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PE-Backed Company

Private equity sponsors expect a monthly board reporting package, not a PDF with a P&L attached. They want KPI dashboards, budget vs actual analysis, covenant tracking and forward-looking commentary. A Finsmart FP&A analyst delivers the reporting cadence your sponsor requires, without adding a full-time finance hire to your overhead.

Board Packages KPI Dashboards Covenant Tracking
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Scaling SMB

You are growing: hiring, opening locations, launching products, and the decisions are getting harder. Should you add the second sales hire this quarter or wait? Can you absorb a rent increase? What does the next six months look like if a key client churns? FP&A answers these questions with numbers, not gut feel.

Scenario Modeling Headcount Planning Rolling Forecasts
Talk to an FP&A specialist →

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What Is FP&A?

Your Finance Function Finally Has a Forward Gear

Most growing businesses have good bookkeeping. Very few have forward visibility. Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) is the discipline that bridges the gap between what happened last month and what your business should do next quarter.

A Finsmart FP&A analyst works inside your existing software, whether that's QuickBooks, NetSuite or Excel, and produces the budgets, models, dashboards and scenario plans your leadership team and investors actually use to make calls. This isn't a one-time project; it happens monthly, reliably, on time.

The FP&A Analyst Covers

Annual Budgets & Operating Plans

Department-level, board-approved

Rolling 12-Month Forecasts

Updated monthly, always current

Variance Analysis

Budget vs actual with root-cause commentary

KPI Dashboards

Live metrics your team actually reads

13-Week Cash Flow

Weekly treasury visibility

? ALSO INCLUDED

Always Included

Everything Your Team Needs to Deliver

Every engagement includes the tools, support and structure to keep your team running without gaps.

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Need One Seat or Broader Capacity?

Let's identify where capacity is constrained and build the right solution - whether that starts with one Accounting Seat or grows across multiple roles.

NDA Signed by Every Professional
Encrypted, Secure Access
Role-Based Access Controls
GDPR & SOC-Aligned Practices

? TIER SUPPORT

Included at No Extra Cost

Every Seat Comes With a 3-Tier Support Team

Adding a seat means more than adding one person. It brings a complete support structure built to keep your seat performing over the long run.

Tier 1: Dedicated Account Manager

Your day-to-day accounting professional. Handles the actual work according to your instructions and your firm's processes.

Tier 2: Engagement Manager

Oversees your onboarding, monitors delivery performance and acts as the operational bridge between your firm and Finsmart.

Tier 3: Senior Accounting Advisor

An expert escalation layer for complex accounting matters, technical questions or unusual client situations. At no additional charge.

Three roles. Zero extra cost.

The 3-tier team is built into every seat from Day 1. You don't need to ask for it; it's simply how Finsmart works.

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⭐ TESTIMONIAL CAROUSEL

Client Stories

What Our Clients Say

⭐ LOGO MARQUEE

Software Expertise

Works in 50+ Platforms. No Migration Needed.

⭐ INDUSTRIES

Industry Expertise

Built for Your Industry

Finsmart professionals are trained in industry-specific accounting standards, software and compliance requirements.

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What We Deliver

Every Service Your Firm Needs

From white label bookkeeping for CPA firms to full accounting for SMBs and enterprises: explore our complete service catalogue.

White Label Accounting

Full-service accounting under your brand. Your clients never know we're here.

Explore service →

White Label Bookkeeping

Accurate, timely bookkeeping delivered under your firm's name.

Explore service →

Tax Preparation

US-trained tax preparers who handle individual, business and partnership returns.

Explore service →

CFO Services

Strategic financial leadership: reporting, forecasting and advisory on demand.

Explore service →

Accounting Cleanup

Inherited a messy set of books? We clean up backlogs and reconcile accounts fast.

Explore service →

Workflow Management

End-to-end workflow coordination so your firm delivers consistently, at scale.

Explore service →

Bookkeeping

Clean monthly books, bank reconciliations and transaction categorisation.

Explore service →

Accounting

Monthly close, financial statements and management reporting for your business.

Explore service →

Accounts Payable

Invoice processing, vendor payments and AP ageing managed end-to-end.

Explore service →

Accounts Receivable

Invoicing, collections follow-up and AR ageing reports to protect your cash flow.

Explore service →

Financial Planning & Analysis

Budgets, forecasts and variance analysis that give you a clear view of where your business is heading.

Explore service →

CFO Support

Strategic financial oversight, reporting and forecasting on demand.

Explore service →

? PRICING CARDS

Transparent Pricing

You See the Price Before You Pick Up the Phone.

Unlike many offshore accounting providers who force you to call for a quote, Finsmart publishes its rates. No negotiations. No surprises. Just clear, fair pricing for dedicated professionals.

Bookkeeper Seat

Full-time, dedicated bookkeeper. Works in your tools. Reports to you.

$2,400 /mo
  • Daily bookkeeping & bank reconciliation
  • Accounts payable & receivable
  • Monthly financial reports
  • Works in QuickBooks, Xero or your stack
  • 7-day deployment
Get Started

Controller Seat

Senior-level oversight. Manages your accounting team and close process.

$4,800 /mo
  • Manages bookkeeper & accountant seats
  • Close process ownership
  • Board-ready reporting
  • Fundraise & due diligence support
  • 7-day deployment
Get Started

? PROCESS STEPS

Discovery Call

A 30-minute call to understand your business, your accounting software, and the exact finance function you need.

Seat Selection

We recommend the right seat. Bookkeeping, Sr. Accounting, or Reviewer. We show you exactly what your professional will handle from Day 1.

Onboarding

Your dedicated professional is briefed, introduced, and given access to your tools and software. NDA signed. Ready within 7 business days.

Ongoing Work

Your professional works in your accounting software, follows your processes, and is fully managed by Finsmart's 3-tier team.

? FAQ ACCORDION

Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

The Accounting Seat Model is a staffing approach where you hire a fully dedicated accounting professional, not a vendor. The professional works exclusively for your firm, uses your tools (QuickBooks, Xero, your email), follows your processes, and reports directly to your team. You manage them like an in-house hire, without the overhead.
Finsmart guarantees onboarding within 7 business days. Our professionals are pre-trained in major accounting software and US GAAP standards, so they can integrate into your workflow without a long ramp-up period.
Yes. Finsmart's white label accounting service allows CPA firms and accounting practices to offer full-service bookkeeping and accounting to their own clients under the firm's brand, with Finsmart professionals working behind the scenes.
Finsmart professionals are trained across all major platforms including QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, Xero, Sage Intacct, NetSuite, Bill.com, Gusto, ADP, and most US tax software. They work in your existing tech stack. No migration required.
Yes. Finsmart serves clients in the United States (primary market), United Kingdom, Europe, and the UAE. Services are tailored to local accounting standards and compliance requirements in each region.
Most offshore accounting providers use shared talent pools, hide pricing behind consultation calls, and ask you to adapt to their proprietary platforms. Finsmart does the opposite: you get a fully dedicated professional who works only for your firm, in your own software, following your processes. Our pricing is published upfront. No consultation is needed to see what a seat costs. And because we specialise exclusively in accounting, bookkeeping and tax, the expertise runs deep.
Finsmart publishes pricing upfront with no consultation required. A dedicated bookkeeper seat starts at $20 per hour or $2,400 per month. Senior accounting professionals start at $25 per hour or $3,200 per month. Tax preparation specialists start at $3,200 per month. All seats are fully dedicated - your professional works exclusively for your firm.
Finsmart Accounting was founded in 2007 in Pune, India, by Shalaka Joshi and Maanoj Shah. With 19+ years of operations, the company has grown from a team of 40 professionals to 200+ accounting, bookkeeping and tax professionals serving clients across the United States, United Kingdom, Europe and UAE.
Finsmart serves two main client segments. First, CPA and accounting firms that need white label bookkeeping, tax preparation and accounting capacity under their own brand. Second, SMBs and growing businesses that need outsourced bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial planning and analysis, and offshore accounting support.

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Our Story

Built on 18 Years of Quiet Execution

Finsmart Accounting was founded in 2007 by Sonia Schwartz in Pune, India. What started as a three-person bookkeeping practice has grown into a 200-strong team serving accounting firms, CPA practices, and SMBs across the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, and the UAE.

We built Finsmart on a simple idea: that dedicated, named professionals - not anonymous offshore pools - produce better work and build real trust with clients. Every Finsmart engagement pairs you with a specific accountant who learns your business inside and out.

Finsmart team in Pune
Pune, India: Global HQ
Founded
Finsmart Accounting Launched
Started as a 3-person bookkeeping firm in Pune.
2007
2012
First 50 Clients
US CPA Firm Focus Established
Pivoted to serving US CPA and accounting firms exclusively.
10 Years
Reached 100 Team Members
Expanded service lines to include AP, AR, CFO services.
2017
2022
Global Reach
Serving USA, UK, Europe & UAE
First clients in the UAE and expanded UK operations.
Today
200+ Professionals, 500+ Client Firms
Recognised on G2, Clutch, and CPA Practice Advisor.
2025

? MISSION VISION

Who We Are

Our Mission
Our Mission
Our Vision
Our Vision

? VALUES STRIP

Responsive

We respond within one business day, every time.

Process-Driven

SOPs and checklists ensure nothing falls through.

Scalable

Add capacity in days, not months.

Transparent

Real-time dashboards and weekly status updates.

? TEAM ROLES

Leadership

Experienced CPAs and directors who manage client relationships and ensure quality.

  • Client onboarding
  • Strategic oversight
  • Team mentorship
  • Quality review

Senior Accountants

Seasoned accountants handling complex bookkeeping, tax, and advisory work.

  • Full-cycle bookkeeping
  • Tax preparation
  • Payroll processing
  • Month-end close

Support Staff

Dedicated specialists providing administrative and operational support.

  • Data entry
  • AP/AR processing
  • Document management
  • Report generation

? LEADER GRID

Our Leadership

Meet the People Behind Finsmart

Shalaka Joshi

Shalaka Joshi

Founder & Director of Operations

With over 15 years in US accounting operations, Shalaka built Finsmart from the ground up—creating a firm that blends Indian accounting talent with American business precision. She oversees all delivery teams and client satisfaction.

Founder Operations Est. 2007
Maanoj Shah

Maanoj Shah

Co-Founder & Director of Growth

Maanoj leads strategic partnerships and business development. His deep understanding of CPA firm workflows has shaped Finsmart's service model into one of the most trusted offshore staffing solutions in the US.

Co-Founder Growth Strategy
Kshitij Pathak

Kshitij Pathak

Head of Operational Excellence

Kshitij architects the processes and quality systems that keep Finsmart's delivery consistent at scale. He introduced the ISO-grade review workflows now standard across all client engagements.

Operations Quality Process
Sharvari Gandhi

Sharvari Gandhi

VP US Taxation

A licensed EA with expertise spanning individual, partnership, and corporate tax returns, Sharvari leads Finsmart's US tax practice and ensures every return meets the highest compliance standards.

Tax EA Compliance
Chirag Patel

Chirag Patel

Head of Marketing

Chirag oversees Finsmart's brand, digital presence, and growth marketing. He combines deep accounting-industry knowledge with modern inbound strategies to connect CPAs and SMBs with the right staffing solutions.

Marketing Brand Digital

? ACCOUNTANTS GRID

Our Team

The Accountants Behind Your Numbers

Meera Joshi

Sr. Accountant

Specialisation: Full-Cycle Bookkeeping

Rohit Desai

Tax Senior

Specialisation: 1040 & 1120S Returns

Ananya Singh

Sr. Bookkeeper

Specialisation: QBO & Xero

Vivek Rao

AP/AR Specialist

Specialisation: NetSuite & SAP

Pooja Verma

Accounting Reviewer

Specialisation: Multi-Entity Consolidations

Nikhil Kumar

Payroll Specialist

Specialisation: ADP & Gusto

Divya Shah

FP&A Analyst

Specialisation: Financial Modeling & Forecasting

Suresh Iyer

NetSuite Specialist

Specialisation: NetSuite ERP Implementation

? CULTURE SPLIT

Finsmart accounting team working together
95%
Team Retention Rate
  • Direct Access to Global Clients You communicate directly with clients in the US, UK, and Europe, so you build real professional relationships rather than simply processing tickets.
  • No Micromanagement: Outcomes Over Hours Finsmart measures performance by the quality of work delivered and client satisfaction, not by how many hours you're logged in.
  • Technology-First Work Environment QuickBooks, Xero, Bill.com, NetSuite, Sage, and modern collaboration tools. You'll work with the same software as top firms in the West.
  • Structured Feedback & Performance Reviews Quarterly reviews with clear goals, 360-degree feedback, and a pathway for salary growth tied to defined milestones, not tenure alone.

? GEOGRAPHY

Geography

We Serve Your Markets

Finsmart professionals are trained in local accounting standards, tax regulations, and compliance requirements for each of our four markets.

United States accounting professionals

United States

Our primary market. GAAP-trained professionals, US tax expertise, multi-state compliance.

Primary Market US GAAP IRS / State Tax
United Kingdom office

United Kingdom

UK GAAP and FRS-compliant professionals supporting accounting firms and SMBs across Great Britain.

UK GAAP / FRS MTD VAT Xero/Sage
European business professionals

Europe

IFRS-trained professionals supporting European businesses with multi-currency and cross-border accounting needs.

IFRS GDPR Compliant Multi-currency
UAE business professional

UAE

VAT-compliant accounting services for UAE businesses and free zone entities under FTA requirements.

UAE VAT / FTA Free Zones IFRS

? PHOTO CARD GRID

By Firm Type

The Right Fit for Your Practice

Three distinct solution paths - each built around a different type of firm, with tailored services, pricing, and professional profiles to match.

CPA Firm accountant at desk
CPA Firms

Tax, Audit & Advisory at Scale

White label accounting and bookkeeping professionals who integrate into your workflow invisibly - your clients, your brand, your oversight.

White Label Tax Prep Workflow Mgmt
Explore CPA Solutions
Accounting firm team collaboration
Accounting Firms

Free Your Senior Staff for Advisory

Dedicated bookkeepers and accountants handle day-to-day operations while your team focuses on high-value advisory work that grows revenue.

Monthly Close CFO Services AP / AR
Explore Firm Solutions
Business professional reviewing financials
SMB & Enterprises

A Finance Team That Scales With You

Get the financial backbone your business needs - bookkeeping, AP, AR, FP&A and more - without the cost of building an in-house finance department.

Bookkeeping FP&A AP & AR
Explore SMB & Enterprise Solutions

? PHOTO GALLERY

Finsmart accounting professional at work
Accounting team meeting
Professionals collaborating

? CS FEATURED

? CS GRID

Client Results

Real Firms. Real Results.

How an Accounting Firm Cleared a Growing Bookkeeping Backlog Without Adding Another In-House Accountant Accounting Firm CPA & Accounting Firm

How an Accounting Firm Cleared a Growing Bookkeeping Backlog Without Adding Another In-House Accountant

An accounting firm managing multiple clients was falling behind on bookkeeping, audit queries, and grant preparation. Growth outpaced the team. They needed senior support without adding permanent headcount.

1 Dedicated Senior Accountant
3 Workflow Priorities
Daily Access to Accounting Support
Read Full Case Study →
How a CPA Firm Added Capacity and Built a Repeatable Path from QuickBooks to Xero CPA Firm CPA & Accounting Firm

How a CPA Firm Added Capacity and Built a Repeatable Path from QuickBooks to Xero

The CPA firm needed more production capacity and a repeatable process to move clients from QuickBooks to Xero. Both problems were competing for the same limited team.

15 Days to Dedicated Seat
3 Workflow Priorities
1st Xero Migration Complete
Read Full Case Study →
How a Growing Financial Services Provider Reduced Reconciliation Errors by Controlling Changes in QuickBooks Online Financial Services Financial Services

How a Growing Financial Services Provider Reduced Reconciliation Errors by Controlling Changes in QuickBooks Online

Completed reconciliations were being altered after the work was done. Multiple parties could adjust transactions in QuickBooks Online without approval, creating discrepancies, rework, and delays.

3 Workflow Controls
QBO Platform Configured
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How a CPA Firm Turned a Fragmented Workflow Into a Clearer, More Accountable Process CPA Firm CPA & Accounting Firm

How a CPA Firm Turned a Fragmented Workflow Into a Clearer, More Accountable Process

Task allocation was unclear, priorities were misaligned between the firm and Finsmart, and SOPs were outdated or missing. Without a shared view of tasks and deliverables, both teams spent time clarifying what needed to happen instead of moving work forward.

3 Workflow Improvements
1 Shared Deliverables Sheet
Live Task Visibility
Read Full Case Study →
How a Financial Services Provider Corrected Payroll Reporting Errors and Restored Financial Clarity Financial Services Financial Services

How a Financial Services Provider Corrected Payroll Reporting Errors and Restored Financial Clarity

Payroll liabilities were being classified as P&L expenses, creating inaccurate financial statements. ADP payroll and tax data were not aligned. The firm also needed to explain the corrections to clients without losing their confidence in the financial information being presented.

P&L Liabilities Reclassified
ADP Payroll Data Reconciled
2 Core Priorities
Read Full Case Study →
How a US Accounting Firm Built Capacity for Growth by Handing Off Routine Bookkeeping Work Accounting Firm CPA & Accounting Firm

How a US Accounting Firm Built Capacity for Growth by Handing Off Routine Bookkeeping Work

The internal team was tied up with QBO bank-feed coding, reconciliations, payroll and sales journal entries, and the W9/1099 process for more than 60 clients. As demand grew, there was less room for client service, analysis, and higher-value work.

3 Dedicated Accounting Seats
60+ Clients on W9/1099
3 Core Workflow Priorities
Read Full Case Study →
How an Accounting Firm Replaced Manual Month-End Tracking With a Structured Keeper Workflow Accounting Firm CPA & Accounting Firm

How an Accounting Firm Replaced Manual Month-End Tracking With a Structured Keeper Workflow

Month-end tasks were tracked manually. Progress was difficult to monitor, follow-ups consumed time, and there was no single view of where each client stood. Without practice management software, small delays in one task could create workflow problems across the close.

5 Workflow Improvements
Live Month-End Visibility
1 Integrated Workflow
Read Full Case Study →

? PRESS LOGOS

As Seen In & Recognized By

? PRESS AWARDS

Awards & Recognition

2025
Leader - Offshore Accounting Services
G2
2025
Top Accounting Outsourcing Company
Clutch
2024
Leader - Offshore Accounting Services
G2
2024
Top-Rated Outsourcing Partner
CPA Practice Advisor
2023
Leader - Offshore Accounting Services
G2
2023
Top Rated Accounting Firm
Clutch
2022
Recognized Offshore Finance Provider
Forbes
2021
High Performer - Accounting Services
G2

? PRESS CARDS

Press Coverage

Finsmart in the News

Accounting Today

How Offshore Accounting Is Reshaping the US CPA Landscape

Finsmart Accounting is cited as a model for how offshore teams can integrate seamlessly with domestic CPA practices.

Forbes

The Rise of Outsourced Finance Functions for SMBs

Finsmart appears among a shortlist of providers enabling SMBs to access enterprise-grade financial operations.

CPA Practice Advisor

Top-Rated Offshore Accounting Partners Reviewed

An independent review places Finsmart at the top for quality, communication, and value among offshore partners.

? PRESS RELEASES

Press Releases

Latest News from Finsmart

Expansion

Finsmart Accounting Crosses 200-Professional Milestone

The company has grown from a 3-person firm in Pune to a 200+ strong team across the US, UK, Europe, and UAE.

Partnership

Finsmart Partners with Leading US CPA Networks

New agreements give member CPA firms access to Finsmart white-label accounting teams with streamlined onboarding.

Awards

Finsmart Named Top Offshore Accounting Firm by G2

Rated by verified clients, Finsmart earned the G2 Leader badge for Offshore Accounting Services for the third year running.

Product

Launch of Finsmart CFO-as-a-Service for Mid-Market Companies

Mid-market businesses can now access fractional CFO expertise alongside day-to-day bookkeeping and AP/AR management.

Hiring

Finsmart Expands Recruitment of CPA-Qualified Professionals

The firm is hiring 50 additional CPA-qualified accountants to meet demand from US and UK accounting practices.

? PRESS RECOGNITION

What Sets Us Apart

ISO-Aligned Security

SOC-2 compliant processes, NDA-protected workflows, and data handling that meets enterprise standards.

GDPR & Data Privacy

Your client data never leaves secure, audited infrastructure. Zero third-party data sharing.

G2 Top-Rated

Rated 4.9 / 5 on G2 by verified accounting professionals across the USA and UK.

Dedicated Teams

You get the same named professional on every engagement - not a shared offshore pool.

18+ Years Operating

Profitable and independent since 2007. No VC pressure, no pivot risk.

98% Retention Rate

Our clients stay because results stay consistent. See what they say below.

Global Reach

Serving 500+ firms across 8 countries with local knowledge in US GAAP, IFRS, and more.

Zero Data Breaches

In 18+ years of operation, no client data has ever been compromised.

? PRESS MEDIA KIT

Media Resources

Brand Assets & Fact Sheet

Everything journalists, analysts, and partners need to cover Finsmart Accounting accurately.

Press Contact
press@finsmartaccounting.com
Phone
+1-631-505-5757
Founded
2007
Team Size
200+ Professionals
Markets Served
USA, UK, Europe, UAE

? JOB LISTINGS

Professional Development

Invest in Your Career at Finsmart

We pay for the training, certifications, and tools that make you a better professional, because your growth directly benefits the clients we serve.

Certification Programs

Finsmart funds QuickBooks ProAdvisor, Xero Certified, and US GAAP certification programs for all eligible team members.

Senior Mentorship

Every team member is paired with a Senior Accounting Advisor for regular knowledge-sharing sessions and career guidance.

International Exposure

Work on US GAAP, UK FRS 102, IFRS, and UAE VAT frameworks, giving you a breadth of expertise that’s rare in India-based roles.

Clear Promotion Track

Defined levels from Bookkeeper to Senior Accountant to Reviewer, each with transparent criteria, timelines, and associated salary bands.

Life at Finsmart

Our Culture, Our People

A peek inside team events, celebrations, and the moments that make Finsmart more than a workplace.

Team Events
Annual Team Outing 2024
March 2024
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Celebrations
Diwali Celebration 2024
November 2024
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Training
QuickBooks Training Workshop
February 2024
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Awards
Employee Recognition Awards 2024
December 2024
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Video Testimonials

Hear It Directly From Our Team

Real stories from Finsmart team members — their journeys, growth, and what makes working here different.

Samantha Karmakar
Samantha Karmakar US Accounting Taxation Manager
Swati Misra
Swati Misra Senior Associate Manager
Amruta Punsindev
Amruta Punsindev Deputy Team Lead
Vijayalakshmi Menon
Vijayalakshmi Menon AR Process Executive
Ishi Jain
Ishi Jain US Accounting Manager
Shweta Katkar
Shweta Katkar US Accounting Manager
How to Apply

Our Hiring Process: Simple & Transparent

We respect your time. Our hiring process is designed to move quickly, communicate clearly, and match you with the right role from Day 1.

1

Submit Your Application

Send your CV and a brief note about your accounting background and the role you’re interested in to careers@finsmartaccounting.com.

2

Initial Screening Call

A 20-minute call with our HR team to understand your experience, software skills, and what you’re looking for in your next role.

3

Technical Assessment

A short, practical accounting assessment, directly relevant to the role, completed at your own pace. We test real skills, not trivia.

4

Final Interview & Offer

A final interview with the team lead or senior advisor for your area. Offer letters go out within 48 hours of a successful final interview.

Total process time: typically 7–10 business days from application to offer. We keep you informed at every stage.

Start Your Application  →

? CONTACT FORM

SEND A MESSAGE

Tell Us What You Need

Fill in the form below and a solutions consultant will follow up within one business day.

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Your Finance Function, Fully Managed

Finsmart assigns a dedicated accounting professional who works inside your tools, follows your processes, and becomes an extension of your team.

  • NDA-protected from day one Every professional signs a strict NDA before accessing any client data.
  • 3-tier quality review Bookkeeper, Sr. Accountant, and Reviewer check every deliverable.
  • Ready in 7 business days Onboarding is fast. No long setup contracts or IT dependencies.
See How It Works
Accounting team at work
500+ Clients Served Across 12 industries

? WHY SPLIT

Why Finsmart

A Dedicated Accountant Who Knows Your Business

Not a rotating call center. One professional assigned to you, backed by a 3-tier quality team.

Built for growing businesses

Finsmart professionals are trained in industry-specific standards and work inside your existing accounting software from day one.

  • Dedicated professional - not a shared resource
  • Works in your QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage
  • NDA signed before access is granted
  • Ready within 7 business days
  • Month-to-month - cancel with 30 days notice
Dedicated accounting professional

? WHY SPLIT

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Built for growing businesses

Finsmart professionals are trained in industry-specific standards and work inside your existing accounting software from day one.

  • Dedicated professional - not a shared resource
  • Works in your QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage
  • NDA signed before access is granted
  • Ready within 7 business days
  • Month-to-month - cancel with 30 days notice
Dedicated accounting professional

? FEATURE CHECKLIST

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Everything You Need, Nothing You Don't

Each plan comes with a curated set of deliverables matched to your business stage.

Bookkeeping

  • Monthly bank reconciliations
  • Accounts payable management
  • Expense categorization
  • Monthly financial statements

Sr. Accounting

  • All Bookkeeping deliverables
  • Payroll journal entries
  • Tax-ready financials
  • Board financial package prep

Reviewer

  • All Sr. Accounting deliverables
  • Audit-ready workpaper review
  • Controller-level oversight
  • Year-end close coordination

? PRICING CARDS

Transparent Pricing

Simple, Predictable Accounting Seats

Dedicated professionals. No hourly surprises. Cancel with 30 days’ notice.

BOOKKEEPING SEAT

$20 /hr

or $2,400/mo monthly seat available


  • Bank reconciliations
  • Monthly financial statements
  • Accounts payable & receivable
  • NDA & secure data handling
Schedule a Call →

REVIEWER SEAT

$30 /hr

or $3,600/mo monthly seat available


  • All Sr. Accounting Seat tasks
  • Audit-ready workpaper review
  • Controller-level oversight
  • Year-end close coordination
Schedule a Call →