Bench

Bench

Bench is an online bookkeeping service that combines dedicated bookkeepers with intuitive software to handle your business finances. Perfect for small business owners and entrepreneurs who want professional bookkeeping without hiring in-house staff.

Starting from $349/mo

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Features

Dedicated professional bookkeepers assigned to your account
Automated transaction imports from bank accounts and credit cards
Monthly financial statements including income statement and balance sheet
Year-end tax preparation support and tax-ready financials
Mobile app for expense tracking and receipt capture
Catch-up bookkeeping for businesses with backlogged records

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • +Human bookkeepers provide personalized service and catch errors software might miss
  • +All-inclusive pricing with no hidden fees or per-transaction charges
  • +Handles historical bookkeeping cleanup and backlog efficiently
  • +Simple onboarding process with minimal setup required

Cons

  • -More expensive than DIY accounting software options
  • -Limited real-time access since bookkeepers update monthly
  • -Does not include full-service tax filing (only preparation support)

Pricing

PlanPriceFeatures
Essential$349/moDedicated bookkeeping team, Monthly financial statements, Transaction categorization, Expense tracking
Premium$549/moEverything in Essential, Year-end tax package, Priority support, Quarterly tax estimates, State sales tax filing
Executive$899/moEverything in Premium, Dedicated senior bookkeeper, Weekly financial reports, Custom financial analysis, CFO-level insights

Quick Info

Starting Price
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Features
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