However, Bench isn't a good fit for businesses that may need to scale or switch providers later on, since it operates on proprietary software that doesn't sync with commonly used accounting software. It's best for freelancers or small businesses with relatively straightforward financials.

Bench Accounting is a virtual accounting service provider that offers bookkeeping and tax support for businesses and individuals. Monthly prices are either $299 or $499 per month, depending on whether you need tax services.

We take care of bookkeeping and tax for small business owners. And we do it in a way that's never been done before—by pairing intuitive software with real, human bookkeepers. To us, it's more than number crunching. It's giving entrepreneurs more time to focus on what they care about.

About Bench How many clients do you have? We serve over 11,000 small business owners across the United States.