Hire Offshore Bookkeepers for Your Accounting Team

Hire dedicated offshore bookkeepers matched to your accounting software, industry, and financial workflows.

Remote Bookkeeper in Argentina ready for hire through 1840 & Company.

Why Companies Hire Offshore Bookkeepers

Bookkeeping is one of the most commonly offshored finance functions because it follows structured processes, relies on cloud-based accounting software, and integrates seamlessly with distributed finance teams. Companies hire offshore bookkeepers to reduce hiring costs, expand accounting capacity, and keep accurate financial records without sacrificing quality or control.

Access Experienced Finance Talent

Companies hire offshore bookkeepers to access experienced professionals skilled in reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll support, and month-end bookkeeping.

Reduce Long-Term Bookkeeping Costs

Global hiring helps reduce the long-term cost of bookkeeping while maintaining accurate financial records, supporting month-end close, and creating additional capacity for growing finance teams.

Fill Open Bookkeeping Roles Faster

Many companies struggle to fill bookkeeping positions locally. Hiring globally expands access to experienced professionals, helping businesses reduce vacancies and move forward without unnecessary delays.

Expertise With Leading Accounting Software

Experienced offshore bookkeepers regularly work with QuickBooks, Xero, NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Zoho Books, and other cloud accounting platforms, reducing onboarding time and supporting faster productivity.

Dedicated Finance Team Members

Rather than outsourcing bookkeeping to a shared service, many businesses hire dedicated bookkeepers who become part of their internal finance team and work within existing processes.

Seamless Collaboration Across Time Zones

Global bookkeeping teams can provide greater schedule flexibility, helping businesses maintain financial operations across multiple locations and prepare for month-end close.

ROLE OVERVIEW

What Bookkeepers Do for Finance Teams

Bookkeepers maintain the accuracy and structure of daily financial records. They ensure transactions are recorded, categorized, and reconciled in real time. This allows finance leaders to focus on reporting, analysis, and strategic planning.

Record Daily Financial Transactions

Bookkeepers record transactions across accounts and categorize them based on the chart of accounts and transaction details. They verify coding accuracy before entries are finalized. This reduces errors that can impact reporting.

Reconcile Bank And Credit Accounts

Bookkeepers reconcile bank and credit accounts against internal records as transactions are recorded. They match transactions to statements and flag discrepancies for review. This ensures balances remain accurate and up to date.

Maintain General Ledger Accuracy

A bookkeeper records transactions across accounts and categorizes them based on the chart of accounts and transaction details. They verify coding accuracy before entries are finalized. This reduces errors that can impact reporting.

Record and Match Payables and Receivables

A bookkeeper records incoming and outgoing payments and matches them to invoices and transactions. This helps catch discrepancies early and keeps the books aligned with actual cash movement.

Prepare Month-End Close Support Data

Bookkeepers finalize transaction records and reconciliations ahead of the month-end close. They ensure entries are complete and matched across accounts. This reduces bottlenecks and keeps the close process on schedule.

WHEN TO OUTSOURCE

When Should You Hire an Offshore Bookkeeper?

Global workforce across 150 countries with finance, tech, sales, and support teams

As businesses grow, bookkeeping becomes more complex and time-consuming. We’ve found that businesses rarely hire a dedicated bookkeeper because of a single event. More often, it’s when routine financial tasks begin slowing down the rest of the finance team. Below are common signs your business has outgrown its current bookkeeping capacity.

Transaction Backlogs Delay Month-End Close

One of the first warning signs we see is transaction backlogs that gradually push month-end close further behind schedule. Dedicated offshore bookkeepers help finance teams keep records current, maintain reporting accuracy, and free controllers and accountants to focus on higher-value work.

Bank Reconciliations Keep Falling Behind

Many clients come to us after monthly reconciliations become increasingly difficult to complete on time. Experienced bookkeepers keep bank and credit card reconciliations current, helping reduce reporting errors and maintain accurate financial records.

Bookkeeping Costs Continue to Increase

As businesses grow, we often see finance leaders struggle to justify the cost of hiring additional local bookkeeping staff while workloads continue to rise. Hiring dedicated offshore bookkeepers expands capacity cost-effectively without sacrificing quality or financial controls.

Transaction Volumes Overwhelm Your Team

As transaction volumes increase, bookkeeping responsibilities often outpace finance headcount. Dedicated bookkeepers help maintain accurate records, process transactions efficiently, and support continued business growth without overloading your existing team.

LOCATIONS

Where We Recommend Hiring Offshore Bookkeepers

After helping companies build global finance teams, we’ve found that different countries excel in different areas of bookkeeping. Below are the locations our recruiters most frequently recommend based on factors like accounting experience, software proficiency, English communication, time zone compatibility, and overall talent availability.

SALARY BENCHMARKS

Global Vs Local Bookkeeper Salary Comparison

Compare average bookkeeper salaries across the United States, the Philippines, and Latin America to understand how global hiring can reduce costs while expanding your finance team’s capacity.

$5,000/month

Average U.S. Bookkeeper Salary

$1,200/month*

Average Offshore Salary (Philippines)

76%

Estimated Cost Savings

$1,400/month*

Average Nearshore Salary (LATAM)

72%

Estimated Cost Savings

VS

Compare Phlippines & LATAM to US Salaries

Local US Hire Philippines LATAM
Annual Base Salary $60,000 $14,400 $16,800
Payroll Taxes (7.65%-10%) $6,000 $0 $0
Benefits (20%-30%) $12,000 $0 $0
PTO (5%-10%) $3,000 $0 $0
Total Cost $78,000 $14,400 (excluding service fees) $16,800 (excluding service fees)
Savings - $63,600 $61,200

* Salaries shown are based on publicly available data (Indeed, Glassdoor, etc.), showing average rates by role and location. Offshore rates do not include outsourcing provider fees. Please schedule a consultation to receive detailed information tailored to your needs.

MODEL COMPARISON

Compare 1840 to Other Bookkeeper Hiring Options

See how we compare to traditional staffing and freelance options.

Freelance Marketplaces

Traditional Staffing Agencies

Engagement Structure

Full-time, dedicated role

Hourly or project-based

Permanent hire or temp placement

Role Ownership

Client-managed, embedded in your team

Independent contractor

Client-managed after placement

Vetting & Screening

Multi-stage vetting + English validation

Self-reported profiles

Resume screening + interviews

Industry & CRM Alignment

Matched by role, industry, and tools

Varies by individual

General experience matching

Commitment & Stability

Long-term role continuity

Often juggling multiple clients

Depends on employee retention

Upfront Fees

None

None

15–30% placement fee typical

Replacement Support

No-cost replacement guarantee

You must rehire yourself

Often additional fees apply

Cost Efficiency

Up to 76% lower than U.S. hiring

Variable hourly rates

High salary + agency fees

Global Talent Access

Nearshore & offshore sourcing

Global, unstructured

Primarily local markets

Scalability

Build one role or entire team

Difficult to standardize

Slower hiring cycles

How It Works

Hire Offshore Bookkeepers in 3 Simple Steps

Define Your Bookkeeping Requirements

Tell us your accounting software, transaction volume across AR, AP, and reconciliations, and your reporting cadence. We use this to assess historical gaps and define how your books should be structured before sourcing begins.

Review Vetted Bookkeeper Candidates

You receive a shortlist of bookkeepers for hire within 3 to 5 days, matched to your accounting system and transaction complexity. You interview each candidate and make the final selection.

Hire and Onboard Within 2 Weeks

Once selected, we manage contracts, payroll, and compliance. Your bookkeeper starts inside your accounting workflow within two weeks. They cover transaction entry, categorization, reconciliations, and month-end close support.

Hire Offshore Bookkeepers with Confidence

No Upfront Fees

We source, vet, and present candidates before you pay.

Interview First

Meet and approve candidates before they join your team.

Free Replacements

If a hire doesn’t work out, we replace them at no cost.

Payroll & Compliance

We manage international payroll and employment compliance.

Top-rated by Clutch

Recognized by Clutch for excellence in finance staffing and outsourcing services.

Clutch Top BPO Award
Clutch Top Finance & Accounting Outsourcing Company Award
Clutch Top HR Staffing for Finance Industry Award

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