Discover how outsourced bookkeeping helps U.S. startups and SMBs scale faster, reduce risk, and boost peace of mind. Learn the real-world benefits of remote accounting over in-house setups.

For startups and SMBs, every hour and dollar counts. Yet far too often, businesses invest immense time and resources into building internal bookkeeping capabilities—only to find themselves bogged down by hidden costs, inefficiencies, and preventable errors. The reality? Hiring in-house might look like control, but it rarely translates to strategic value.

The true cost of hiring internally

Let’s take a look behind the curtain of what bringing on an in-house bookkeeper really involves. The base salary might be $55,000, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg.

By the time you run a 30-day LinkedIn job ad ($495), pay recruiter fees (20% of salary = $11,000), allocate 10+ HR hours for screening ($400), run three rounds of interviews involving multiple staff ($945), invest in onboarding and training time ($1,000), and equip the new hire with the necessary software and gear ($800), you’ve already added $14,640 in upfront costs.

Then there are the annual add-ons: payroll taxes, healthcare, insurance, and PTO—easily another 25% of base salary or $13,750.

• Total Annual Cost: $83,390
• Monthly Cost: $6,949

And that’s assuming everything goes smoothly. If the hire quits after six months? You’re back at square one—with sunk costs and a team left scrambling.

What if You Could Avoid All That?

Now imagine partnering with a bookkeeping team that requires no recruitment, no interviews, no equipment, and no onboarding overhead. One that offers the same (or better) service with:

• Flat Annual Cost: $30,720
• Monthly Cost: $2,560

That’s over $50,000 saved each year—capital that could be redirected into marketing, product innovation, or expanding your team.

More Than Savings—A Strategic Advantage

Outsourcing isn’t just a budget line—it’s a transformation of how your financial backend operates.

When you partner with ICT Lions:

• You tap into an entire team of experts, not a single point of failure.
• You get access to cloud-based tech, real-time dashboards, and audit-ready reporting.
• You eliminate downtime—no vacation gaps or sick day disruptions.
• Your financial records benefit from peer-reviewed workflows that reduce errors and fraud risk.

All while you stay focused on what actually drives your business forward.

Why ICT Lions? Because We Designed This for You

Our services are built for the agility and standards startups require:

• U.S.-based data storage means compliance with U.S. privacy laws—no international uncertainty.
• Same-time-zone support ensures you get answers when you need them, not the next day.
• Fluent English-speaking professionals eliminate communication friction.
• ISO 9001 & 27001 certified, because quality and security aren’t optional—they’re foundational.
• Liability insurance gives you peace of mind and accountability.
• Scalable service tiers ensure you get exactly what you need—bookkeeping now, CFO insights later.

The Real Win? Peace of Mind

Founders already carry enough. Juggling payroll deadlines, reconciling transactions, and preparing tax-ready reports shouldn’t be your side hustle. When you outsource to ICT Lions, you’re not just buying bookkeeping. You’re reclaiming time, focus, and sanity—with zero compromise on quality.

So why keep paying more for less?

Let’s talk about what smarter, leaner bookkeeping could look like for your business.