I'm guessing that you're trying to develop a financial plan or budget? It will make it much easier to estimate accounting costs if you can list what it is you want the accountant to do before you call or meet. Check the website of any firm in your area, click on "services," and you'll see things like tax preparation, bookkeeping, QuickBooks set-up, payroll outsourcing, etc. that will allow you to consider what you might do yourself, what you'll need an accountant to do, and what you don't need at all. Then give them a call with that as a framework for discussion. The smaller firms usually offer a free consultation to discuss your needs and outline the costs involved. Your banker may also be able to recommend someone who specializes in your type of business.

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Hi TruthWear,

I can't say with certainty what the accounting would eventually cost; however, with a few questions answered you can minimize your bill.

Will you need the accountant to perform bookkeeping and tax as well as other duties (management related - treasury, payroll, cash flow mgmt)? If some of these functions are to be performed in house, then put together a bid pack for services and shop the pack around to get the best "bang for the buck". Also, you may be able to obtain 'free' ancillary services as a result of retaining the accountant.

As far as historical pricing is concerned, as an accountant, I have charged rates low as $100.00/mo and as high as $150/hr. The variance is due to what is to be performed. Again, knowing ahead of time what you will need from your accountant will save you money in the future. Also, consider splitting the bid so you can leverage pricing with each need.

Let me know if you need any additional help.

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if you want a CPA it will cost more then 10,000 doller permonth
and if you want only a graduate accountant it will cost more then 4500 doller per month
but if you outsource the programme it will cost only 1500 per month