How much does a bookkeeper cost?
Bookkeeping is usually charged as a fixed monthly package or by the hour. The price depends mostly on how many transactions you have, whether you run payroll, and how tidy the books are when you start.
- Registered Tax Agent 25377345
- Registered ASIC Agent 38112
- CPA qualified
- Certified Xero, MYOB & QuickBooks Advisors
- 15+ years’ experience
Our prices
Top Accountants bookkeeping starts from $995 + GST a month for up to 300 transactions, and the Standard package from $1,995 + GST a month for up to 600. Quarterly BAS preparation and lodgement by a Registered Tax Agent are included, as are monthly reports. Above 600 transactions we give a custom quote. Every engagement starts with a written fixed-fee quote. See our bookkeeping service.
What drives the price
- Number of bank and card transactions each month
- Payroll: number of employees and pay frequency (Payday Super means super on every pay run)
- Number of bank accounts, cards and payment platforms
- Inventory, e-commerce platforms or multiple GST treatments
- Catch-up or clean-up work on messy files
- Monthly versus quarterly reporting
Fixed fee or hourly?
Hourly billing can look cheaper but makes costs unpredictable. A fixed monthly fee tells you what you’ll pay, and encourages efficient processes like bank feeds and receipt capture.
Is bookkeeping tax deductible?
Bookkeeping fees for your business are generally a deductible business expense. Fees paid to a registered tax agent for managing your tax affairs, such as preparing your tax return, are also generally deductible.
Check registration
If your bookkeeper prepares or lodges your BAS for a fee, they must be registered with the Tax Practitioners Board as a BAS agent or tax agent. Top Accountants is a Registered Tax Agent (25377345). For your annual return, see our tax return service.
Frequently asked questions
How much does bookkeeping cost per month?
Our Core Compliance packages start at $995 + GST a month for up to 300 transactions. If your business is growing and needs operational support like Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Payroll, our Standard packages start at $1,995 + GST a month for up to 600 transactions. For high-volume or complex setups, we provide a custom fixed-fee quote. Your exact fee is always confirmed in writing before any work starts.
Is BAS included?
Yes. Quarterly BAS preparation and lodgement are included in every package, and Standard also includes monthly IAS lodgements.
Are bookkeeping fees tax deductible?
Generally yes, as a business expense.
Do you charge for catch-up work?
Catch-up and clean-up work is quoted separately, as a fixed fee, before we start.
Sources
TPB: BAS agent registration · ATO: cost of managing tax affairs · ATO: about Payday Super. General information only, checked 23 October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with the relevant agency or ask us about your situation.
Talk to a Registered Tax Agent
Free 15-minute call, then a written fixed-fee quote within 1 business day. Online, Australia-wide.