Pricing and Costs

While price should not be the only factor in choosing a new accountant, clients always ask how much it is going to cost.  And its a fair question.


Pricing depends on the level of complexity of the assignment and the state and completeness of the records and information provided.  Every business is different in the way they operate and how they maintain their records. 


We hope the information below is helpful, however please feel free to contact us to discuss your specific requirements.

Fees and Contributions

How We Charge

The Accountant Online Limited generally charges based on time incurred.  There are things that you can do to keep your fees down and help us carry out your service as efficiently as possible.  These, along with our standard hourly rates, can be found below. 


Third party disbursements and costs incurred by The Accountant Online Limited will be on-charged to the client at cost. 


We understand that sometimes certainty is required and we also offer fixed price engagements based on your individual and specific needs.


Standard terms of trade allow payment 7 days from the invoice date, however if you prefer to make regular instalments over a period of time, please contact us to discuss your needs.


Where Do The Fees Go?

As with any business, a Chartered Accounting practice has many associated costs.  Some of these can be quite substantial such as the acquisition and maintenance of specialist accounting and taxation systems and continuing professional development.  These investments directly impact the efficiency of the practice in performing it's services.  Because most practices charge based on time incurred, having good processes has a direct impact on client fees.


Keeping Your Fees Down


There are things you can do to help us complete your assignment with the utmost efficiency, thereby keeping your fees down, such as:

  • Making sure you send in all of your records at the outset
  • Ensuring your records are in good order and easily accessible
  • Providing all information and clear explanations
  • Following checklists provided and making sure everything requested is addressed
  • Providing access to your Xero system (if you have one)
  • Responding to any queries or correspondence as early as possible



If you keep manual records it also takes time to process your transactions.  In some cases (not all) it may be more cost effective for your business to use an online accounting system so you can process the transactions yourself. 


Each time we need to put down and then pick up an assignment builds on the time it takes to complete.


Hourly Rates


Charge out rates are dependant on the task being performed:

  • General Accounting $185 per hour
  • Consulting Fees $255 per hour

* all rates are effective from 1 April 2025 and exclude GST


As an indication, if you are a sole-trader running a simple business and your records are well maintained and reconciled, you can expect your annual accounts and tax return be completed from $495 (plus GST).  If you run a a small, closely held company, your records are well maintained and reconciled, the company annual accounts and tax return would likely cost from $850 (plus GST).

Fixed Price Engagements


We understand that for some businesses knowing what it is going to cost is important.  If you would like a fixed price for us to complete your work, please give us a call to discuss your requirements. 

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