Normalize the scope before the price
Accounting quotations often use different assumptions. CyprusClarity’s comparison structure should force each firm to state its workload limits and exclusions.
| Question | Why it changes the quote |
|---|---|
| How many transactions each month? | Bookkeeping workload and reconciliation |
| How many bank and payment accounts? | More accounts create more matching and controls |
| Is the company VAT registered? | VAT and VIES returns add recurring work |
| How many employees? | Payroll and social insurance submissions |
| Are records up to date? | Catch-up work should be priced separately |
| Is an audit or review required? | Scope and independence requirements differ |
Switching accountants
A useful quote should separate the ongoing annual fee from handover, catch-up bookkeeping and prior-year filing work. The new firm may need to review existing records before confirming the final scope.
More than a price comparison
Industry familiarity, responsiveness, software compatibility and the quality of the named contact can matter more than a small price difference. CyprusClarity should display verified response times and structured client feedback alongside costs.
Regulated engagement
The chosen accounting firm remains responsible for onboarding, AML checks, professional obligations and the engagement letter. CyprusClarity organizes comparison and matching; it does not perform the accounting or audit.