Pricing
How much does catch-up bookkeeping cost?
Short answer
Catch-up bookkeeping is usually priced per month of backlog, often $150–$500 per month caught up, depending on transaction volume and the condition of the records.
Detailed answer
Assess the backlog before pricing
The number of overdue months matters, but the quality of records can matter more. Missing statements, incorrect opening balances, inventory and already-filed returns may require investigation. A provider may quote per month, per project or by time; any published range is only an illustration until the file is reviewed.
Agree milestones and dependencies
List every affected account and period and identify urgent deadlines. Ask the provider to separate ordinary reconciliation from tax-return amendments or software migration. Agree what you must supply, how unresolved queries are handled and when each period will be ready for review. Avoid accepting a guaranteed turnaround before documents are checked.
Country differences: rules, thresholds and terminology differ between the US, UK, Australia and Canada. Check the official source for your country below.
Official sources
Published by Expert Bookkeeping Services · Last updated 2026-11-01. General information only — confirm specifics for your situation with a qualified adviser.
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