Bookkeeper at Kees de Boekhouder
As a freelancer (‘zzp’er’), you want to focus on your profession, not on administration. But what does a bookkeeper actually cost? And do you even need one? Many entrepreneurs face the dilemma: do the bookkeeping yourself or outsource it to a professional?
In this article, you will read exactly what a bookkeeper costs on average, what you get in return, and in which situations Kees de Boekhouder is the smartest option for freelancers (‘zzp’ers’) in the Netherlands. This way, you won’t encounter any surprises and you can be sure you’re making the right choice for your business.
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A good bookkeeper does more than just process numbers. He or she completely unburdens you financially, so you can focus on doing business. These are the main tasks a bookkeeper takes off a freelancer’s hands:
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The costs for a bookkeeper vary widely in the Netherlands. This depends on factors such as your turnover, the complexity of your administration, and the type of company. Below is an overview of market averages:
| Type of bookkeeper | Average costs per month | Average costs per year |
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| Traditional bookkeeper | €80 - €150 | €960 - €1800 |
| Online bookkeeper | €50 - €100 | €600 - €1200 |
| Kees de Boekhouder | ± €66 | €799 |
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You might think: why should I pay for something I can do myself? The answer: because doing it yourself also has a price. Consider:
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More and more entrepreneurs in the Netherlands are opting for an online bookkeeper. It combines the convenience of digital tools with the expertise of a professional. But what are the differences?
| Traditional bookkeeper | Online bookkeeper | Kees de Boekhouder | |
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| Pricing model | Hourly rate | Fixed monthly/annual fee | Fixed fee per financial year |
| Contact | Physical/by appointment | Online/email/chat | Personal bookkeeper online (physical appointments also possible) |
| Submitting receipts | Hand in (physically) | Upload yourself via tool or app | Upload yourself via web app (simple Scan & Recognise feature) |
| Insight | Periodically | Real-time dashboard | Real-time dashboard and bookkeeper checks |
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Bookkeeper at Kees de Boekhouder
After reading this blog, are you excited about what Kees de Boekhouder has to offer at a fixed, transparent price per financial year? We would love to meet you and see how we can help you with your accounting!
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The costs vary, but average between €50 and €150 per month in the Netherlands. At Kees de Boekhouder, you pay a fixed price for a complete package per financial year.
A bookkeeper for a freelancer (zzp’er) handles, among other things, your VAT returns, Income Tax, in some cases processes receipts, applies tax rules, and maintains contact with the Belastingdienst.
Not necessarily. While you have no direct costs for a bookkeeper, you pay in time, potentially missed tax benefits, and the risk of errors.
Traditional bookkeepers often work on an hourly basis and require physical submission of documents. Online bookkeepers often work with fixed prices and digital processing. Kees de Boekhouder combines the best of both: personal guidance with online convenience.
At Kees de Boekhouder, you get a personal bookkeeper who handles your VAT returns and Income Tax return, plus you get access to our online accounting platform including the web app.
Schedule a no-obligation, digital introductory meeting with us.
