DIY vs. Outsourcing Calculator

Estimate the time and cost involved in handling your own bookkeeping and payroll, and see how outsourcing compares.

Is DIY Accounting Costing You More Than Time?

As a business owner, your time is valuable. Use this tool to estimate the hours and potential cost associated with managing financial tasks yourself.

Average Bank/Card Transactions Total monthly deposits and withdrawals.

Average Invoices Sent Number of customer invoices created each month.

Average Bills Paid Number of vendor bills processed and paid monthly.

Number of Employees/Contractors Paid

Payroll Frequency

Do you collect/file Iowa Sales Tax?

Yes

Your Estimated Hourly Rate ($) What's an hour of your time worth when focused on your core business?

Monthly Software Costs ($) Approximate cost for accounting/payroll software.

Estimated Monthly Hours Spent

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Monthly Cost of Your Time

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Software Costs

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Total Estimated Monthly DIY Cost

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Includes estimated time for bookkeeping, payroll, compliance, and admin tasks. Adjust inputs above for details.

Your Estimated Annual DIY Accounting Cost

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Compare this to our professional service packages, starting at $299/month. Consider the value of accuracy, compliance, and reclaimed time!

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