What to Charge for Advisory Services as a Bookkeeper

Most bookkeepers are already providing advisory in some form.

They're reviewing numbers, discussing cash flow, and helping clients make decisions.

But without a defined pricing structure, that value often goes unbilled.

The opportunity isn't learning how to do advisory — it's putting a price on the advisory you're already providing.

Example Advisory Pricing for Bookkeepers

Every bookkeeping firm will price advisory differently, but here's a simple example of how services could be structured.

The exact pricing will vary depending on your client base, location, and experience level — but the key is clarity and consistency.

When services are packaged and priced this way, clients understand the difference between compliance and advisory. There's no ambiguity about what they're getting or what it costs.

How to Implement This in Ignition

Once your pricing is set, Ignition makes it easy to present advisory as a structured service option in your proposals — keeping pricing consistent and avoiding scope creep from informal advice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much should a bookkeeper charge for advisory services?

A practical starting point is $300–$600 per month for an essentials-level advisory package, $800–$1,500 for growth-focused advisory, and $2,000 or more for strategic advisory. The right price depends on your experience, your client's business size, and the depth of support you're providing.

Is it realistic to charge $2,000+ a month for bookkeeper advisory?

Yes — for clients who want regular strategy sessions, cash flow forecasting, and profit planning, $2,000+ per month reflects the level of value being delivered. The shift is moving from pricing your time to pricing the outcome.

Should I charge the same advisory price to all clients?

No. A tiered structure works better. Different clients need different levels of support, and tiered pricing lets them choose what suits their business — while giving you a consistent framework to work from.