How much does an offshore Bookkeeper cost?

Our Bookkeeper rate starts from $1,600/mo. That is one flat monthly number covering salary, recruitment, payroll, HR, equipment, workspace, IT security and account management — no add-ons.

How quickly can you place a Bookkeeper?

Typically 12–20 days from discovery to start date. You interview a shortlist of pre-assessed, English-verified candidates before you decide.

Are they full-time employees or freelancers?

Neither. Every person is a full-time employee of Lioncrest People in the Philippines, working exclusively for your business. They are on your systems, in your meetings and accountable to your KPIs.

What if it doesn't work out?

Our 120-day replacement guarantee covers you. If a hire is not performing, we replace them at no additional recruitment cost.

Who handles payroll, HR and compliance?

We do. Employment contracts, statutory contributions, benefits, leave, performance management and local compliance sit entirely with Lioncrest.

Offshore Finance & Accounting for the UK

Hire an offshore Bookkeeper in the UK

Hire a dedicated offshore Bookkeeper for your the UK business — a full-time employee based in the Philippines, working your UK hours. From $1,600/mo fully managed, in seat within 12–20 days, and up to 70% less than a local the UK hire. Lioncrest People handles recruitment, payroll, HR, equipment and IT security.

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At a glance

What an offshore Bookkeeper looks like

Indicative numbers from live placements. One flat monthly rate — salary, recruitment, payroll, HR, equipment and management included.

From

$1,600/mo fully managed

Typical experience

3+ years

Core software

Xero, Dext, Hubdoc

Common KPIs

Reconciliation %, aged debtors

Hire timeline

12–20 days

Saving vs local

Up to 70%

The role

What your Bookkeeper handles

A dedicated, full-time hire embedded in your systems and accountable to your KPIs — not a freelancer juggling other clients.

Design my role

Bookkeeping and bank reconciliations
Accounts payable and receivable
Payroll processing and support
Month-end close assistance
Financial reporting and analysis

One number, no add-ons

Everything included in the monthly rate

No recruitment fees, no equipment bills, no compliance surprises. Just one invoice.

End-to-end recruitment

Payroll & statutory contributions

HR & employee relations

Equipment & redundant internet

Enterprise-grade IT security

Ongoing performance reviews

Dedicated account management

120-day replacement guarantee

How it works

Your Bookkeeper, in seat within 12–20 days

A structured process from discovery to a fully onboarded hire delivering against KPIs.

Discovery

We map the role, the outcomes, the software stack and the cost of doing nothing. You leave with a workforce plan — not a pitch.

Candidate Search

Our Manila-based talent team headhunts from a vetted network of 40,000+ professionals. Only the top 3% reach your shortlist.

Interview

You interview 3–5 pre-assessed candidates. Skills tested, English verified, references checked, background screened.

Hire

We employ them. Contracts, compliance, payroll and equipment are handled locally under Philippine law.

Onboarding

A structured 30-day ramp with documented SOPs, KPI targets and weekly checkpoints so value lands fast.

Ongoing Support

Dedicated account management, HR support, performance reviews and engagement programs that keep retention at 95%.

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