A better alternative to
Bench Accounting.
Same clean financials. Canadian HST filed. CPA-ready by the 10th. All for one flat rate — no add-ons, no plan tiers, no surprises.
Side-by-Side Comparison
How we compare
side by side.
| Feature | Outsource Bookkeeping | Bench Accounting |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price | $500 flat | $299–$499+ (US pricing) |
| Canadian HST/GST Filing | ✓ Included | ✗ Add-on cost |
| QST Filing (Quebec) | ✓ Included | ✗ Not offered |
| Payroll Support | ✓ Available | ✗ Add-on |
| QuickBooks / Xero | ✓ Your account kept | ✗ Proprietary Bench platform |
| CPA-Ready Reports | ✓ By the 10th, guaranteed | ~ Varies |
| Canadian Team | ✓ 100% Canadian | ✗ US-based company |
| Tax Filing | ✓ Coordinated with your CPA | ~ Basic tax prep add-on |
| Dedicated Bookkeeper | ✓ Named contact | ✓ Yes |
| Catch-Up Bookkeeping | ✓ Fixed quote in 24h | ✓ Available |
| Cancel Anytime | ✓ Month-to-month | ✓ Month-to-month |
Why Clients Switch from Bench
What you get that
Bench doesn't offer.
HST/GST Included
Bench charges extra for tax filing. We include all Canadian HST, GST, and QST filings in your flat rate.
Your Software, Your Data
Bench locks you into their proprietary platform. We work in QuickBooks or Xero — you own your data and can switch anytime.
Canadian Team
Bench is a US-based company. We're a 100% Canadian team who understand CRA rules, provincial tax rates, and WSIB.
Reports by the 10th, Guaranteed
We commit to delivering CPA-ready financials by the 10th of every month. Not “when ready.”
No Plan Tiers
One flat rate covers everything. No “Essential” vs “Premium” upsells. No surprise bills when your transaction volume grows.
Real Catch-Up Service
Behind on your books? We quote a fixed price within 24 hours and clear the backlog fast — without charging by the hour.
Who We're Right For
The right fit for
Canadian businesses.
If you're a Canadian small business paying USD pricing for a US bookkeeping platform that doesn't file your HST or understand your provincial taxes — there's a better option.
FAQ
Common questions
answered honestly.
Ready to switch?
Your first month is on us.
Flat-rate $500/month. CPA-ready financials by the 10th. HST filed. Canadian team. No contracts.
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