Transparent offshore staffing pricing

Build offshore accounting capacity with clear, predictable monthly pricing.

Accountant Offshore Inc. helps U.S. CPA firms hire dedicated offshore accountants, tax preparers, auditors, managers, and administrative support professionals from the Philippines with transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and full local support.

How our pricing works

Actual talent cost + fixed management support fee

Our pricing model is designed to be simple and transparent. Your monthly cost is based on the offshore professional’s salary, required benefits, and role level, plus Accountant Offshore Inc.’s fixed management support fee.

1. Market-Based Salary

The role cost is based on the candidate’s experience, skill level, role type, and current Philippine market rate for accounting talent.

2. Required Benefits & Payroll Costs

We support payroll processing, mandatory benefits, HMO coordination when applicable, and local employment administration.

3. Fixed USD 600 Management Fee

Our fixed management support fee helps cover recruitment, IT support, admin support, equipment setup, office support, payroll and benefits processing, and ongoing staff support.

Starting monthly pricing

Sample starting rates for common CPA firm roles

Final pricing depends on the role, experience level, technical requirements, work setup, and candidate availability. These starting points help CPA firms plan expected offshore staffing investment.

US Accountant

For bookkeeping, reconciliations, month-end close, client accounting services, and recurring accounting support.

$1,400/month starting

Recommended for recurring accounting and CAS support.

US Tax Preparer

For individual and business tax preparation support, tax season capacity, and year-round tax workflow assistance.

$2,300/month starting

Recommended for firms that need tax preparation capacity.

US Auditor

For audit workpapers, documentation, testing support, engagement preparation, and audit workflow assistance.

$2,400/month starting

Recommended for audit teams with recurring workload.

What is included

More than a salary. A full offshore staffing support model.

Hiring offshore staff is not only about finding talent. CPA firms also need recruitment coordination, IT setup, equipment, payroll support, admin assistance, communication support, and local management. Accountant Offshore Inc. helps bring these pieces together.

  • Recruitment support and candidate coordination
  • Management support and local staff assistance
  • IT and admin support
  • Company equipment setup
  • Office seat support when applicable
  • Payroll and benefits processing
  • U.S. time zone schedule support
  • Ongoing communication and employee support
Pricing comparison

Why transparent offshore staffing can be easier to plan

CPA firms often compare offshore staffing against local hiring or traditional outsourcing. Our model is designed to provide dedicated people, clearer monthly cost, and better continuity than short-term task-based support.

Model Typical Cost Structure Best For Main Consideration
In-House Hiring Salary, payroll taxes, benefits, equipment, software, training, and overhead Partners, managers, final review, advisory, and client-facing roles Higher cost and longer hiring timelines
Traditional Outsourcing Project-based, hourly, or task-based pricing Short-term overflow, cleanup work, and defined deliverables Less control, less continuity, and limited team integration
Accountant Offshore Inc. Market-based salary and benefits plus fixed USD 600 management support fee Dedicated tax, audit, accounting, CAS, and admin capacity Works best with clear workflow, training, communication, and review process
Sample cost structure

Example of how monthly cost is built

Below is a simplified example to show how the monthly pricing model works. Actual amounts will depend on the role, experience level, current market rate, and final employment setup.

Cost Component What It Covers Sample Amount
Base salary and night differential Compensation for the offshore professional based on the role and schedule Varies by role and experience
Mandatory benefits and payroll costs Government-mandated benefits, payroll processing, and local employment support Varies by compensation level
HMO or employee benefit support Health benefit coordination when applicable Varies by setup
Fixed management support fee Recruitment, management support, IT/admin support, equipment, office support, payroll, and benefits processing USD 600 per offshore accountant
Why firms value this model

Transparent pricing helps CPA firms plan capacity with confidence

Many CPA firms are tired of unclear pricing, hidden costs, and staffing models that are hard to compare. Accountant Offshore Inc. gives firms a clearer way to evaluate cost, inclusions, and long-term staffing value.

No Hidden Fees

We explain the role cost, included support, and management fee clearly so your firm understands what it is paying for.

Dedicated Staff

Your offshore professional is assigned to your firm and can learn your systems, workflows, clients, deadlines, and review expectations.

Built for CPA Firms

Our model is designed around tax, audit, accounting, CAS, and administrative support needs for U.S. CPA firms.

How to get started

From role planning to offshore team setup

We help your firm understand the role you need, the expected experience level, and the best staffing structure before moving forward.

Step 1: Discovery Call

We discuss your firm’s workload, required role, software, schedule, experience level, and capacity challenges.

Step 2: Role and Cost Planning

We help you understand the expected monthly investment based on the role, market rate, benefits, and support structure.

Step 3: Candidate Search

We coordinate recruitment and candidate matching based on your firm’s technical, communication, and workflow needs.

Step 4: Onboarding and Support

We support IT setup, equipment, payroll, benefits, admin coordination, and ongoing local staff support.

Pricing FAQs

Common questions about offshore staffing cost

Is the USD 600 management fee fixed?

Yes. Accountant Offshore Inc.’s management support fee is fixed at USD 600 per offshore accountant. This supports recruitment, IT/admin support, equipment setup, office support when applicable, payroll and benefits processing, and ongoing local management support.

Does the monthly cost depend on the candidate?

Yes. The final monthly cost depends on the candidate’s role, experience, salary expectation, required benefits, work schedule, and current Philippine market rate.

Are there hidden fees?

Our model is designed to be transparent. We explain the salary, benefits, support structure, and fixed management fee so CPA firms can understand the full monthly investment before moving forward.

Can we start with one offshore accountant?

Yes. Many CPA firms start with one offshore accountant, tax preparer, auditor, or admin support professional, then expand once the workflow is established.

Is offshore staffing only for tax season?

No. Offshore staffing can support tax season, audit season, client accounting services, bookkeeping, month-end close, financial statement support, admin work, and year-round capacity.

Ready to compare the cost of offshore staffing for your CPA firm?

Tell us the role you need, the level of experience required, and your expected timeline. Accountant Offshore Inc. can help you understand the estimated monthly investment and support structure before you hire.

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