Accountant for sole traders
You work for your clients, your regular accountant handles your administration, VAT returns and income tax. From €70 per month (excl. VAT), cancellable monthly.
879 satisfied customers
The bookkeeper who does things differently
- Efficient
- Sure
- Smart
- Personal
- Efficient
Invoice sent, receipt scanned, we are processing it
As a sole trader, you want to invoice and move on to the next job. In the app, you create and send invoices, scan receipts, and keep track of your hours and mileage. You forward purchase invoices to your own mailbox and the bank feed automatically imports your transactions. You do not do the bookkeeping yourself: we process that.
- You deliver in the app, we process
- Sure
Tax returns sorted, even now the rules are shifting
Your VAT returns, your income tax return and, if necessary, your ICP return (officially: ICP return) are included in the package. You submit your details via the app, and we prepare the returns and file them. Meanwhile, a lot is changing: since 1 January 2025, the Tax and Customs Administration has once again been enforcing rules against sham self-employment. In 2026, a fine will only follow in cases of intent or gross negligence, but a back-payment assessment for your client is still possible.
- VAT returns and income tax return included
- Smart
Understanding what you earn and spend
The self-employed deduction will drop from €2,470 in 2025 to €1,200 in 2026 and, as currently stated in the law, €900 in 2027. Less deduction means more tax on the same profit, so more to set aside. In the dashboard you can see your income, expenses and VAT. In the hours registration you keep track of your hours, which is useful for the 1,225-hour criterion. You can ask any questions about this to your dedicated accountant.
- Understanding income, expenditure and VAT
- Personal
Your dedicated bookkeeper via WhatsApp and email
You can ask your regular accountant – someone who is familiar with your accounts and figures – your question via WhatsApp or email. You can ask as many questions as you like; this is included in the package. Every month, you can book a one-to-one meeting to go through your figures and discuss any queries you may have. That way, you’ll get answers from someone who really knows what they’re talking about.
- Ask unlimited questions to your dedicated accountant
Our services
Everything you expect from a bookkeeper
Administration in order
We make sure your accounts are neatly kept, so you have insight into your finances and don't miss important deadlines.
Accounting Software
We work with modern accounting software that allows you to easily upload receipts, send invoices and have real-time insight into your finances.
VAT
We take care of your VAT returns, check the submitted records and monitor the deadlines. This reduces the risk of errors and late filings.
Income Tax
We will help you with your income tax return, make sure you make the best use of deductions and guide you through tax breaks.
Monthly one-on-one meetings
Personal contact matters. You decide when to schedule a 1-on-1 session to review your numbers, ask questions, and receive tailored advice.
Unlimited questions
You can always reach out to us with questions about your administration, taxes, and finances. We think along with you and help you move forward.
The cost of your accountant if freelancer
Your accounting sorted from €70 per month excl. VAT, cancelable monthly.
- Administration management
- VAT returns & income tax
- Accounting software (online app)
- Monthly 1-on-1 sessions you can schedule
- Unlimited questions
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A map built on trust
Self-employed professionals across the Netherlands are choosing Van Passe
879 Customers
100% Freelancers
Online bookkeeper for the self-employed, with a single dedicated contact person
With us, online doesn't mean anonymous. You have one dedicated accountant as your point of contact. Whether you work for one large client, take on jobs via a platform or invoice ten clients a month: you don't have to explain your situation over and over again. If your profit grows, your accountant will help you think about a potential move to a limited company.
How to organise your accountant in 4 steps as a sole trader
From a free introductory meeting to seamless bookkeeping. This is what happens and this is what you do. That is less than you think.
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Together
Schedule a free online consultation
Book a free consultation online. We will discuss your work and your administration. Enquire immediately about the fee and any set-up costs. Afterwards, you decide.
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You
Submit or transfer accounts
Whether you're just starting out, you begin in the app from your first invoice. If you're switching, only some documentation from your current bookkeeping is needed.
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You
Set up app and link bank account
You link your bank, scan receipts and send purchase invoices to your own mailbox. Everything is in one place.
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We
Accounts processed, tax returns filed
We process your bookkeeping and submit your tax returns. In the dashboard you can see your figures and every month you can schedule a one-to-one meeting.
What do our customers say?
Our customers not only appreciate our knowledge, but also how nice it is to work with us.
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Knowledge base
Customer doesn't pay your invoice: what can you do?
Switching accountants: step-by-step guide and handover checklist
Creating an invoice as a sole trader: explanation and example
Deferred payment of tax with the tax authorities as an entrepreneur
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions from sole traders about their accountant, the costs and the rules.
What is included in the monthly fee and what costs extra?
The package includes the processing of your administration, VAT returns, your own income tax return (not that of your tax partner), the ICP return if required, the accounting app, a dedicated accountant, a monthly one-to-one meeting to be scheduled, and unlimited questions. Extras: an OSS return (€20 per month), any start-up costs, and large projects such as a mortgage application (€85 per hour excl. VAT).
Choosing a freelance accountant: what to look out for?
Is the price clear in advance, including what costs extra? Is your income tax return included? Do you get a single dedicated accountant or a general helpdesk? How quickly can you leave if you're not satisfied? And how do you get in touch? With us, that goes through WhatsApp and email with your dedicated accountant. Ask these questions in every introductory meeting, including with us.
Can I also do my own bookkeeping as a sole trader?
That's allowed. Keeping records is mandatory, an accountant is not. You then file your own income tax return and usually also VAT return, except with the small businesses scheme or with exempt services only. Every hour you spend on bookkeeping is an hour you are not invoicing. With us, you upload receipts and invoices in the app. We process your administration and handle your VAT and income tax returns.
Can I also come to you if I have arrears?
Yes. We take on backlogs in your administration or tax returns; it is work that we do a lot. During the free introductory meeting, be honest about how things stand, even if there are already letters from the Tax and Customs Administration. Then we will discuss what is needed to clear the backlog.
Can I cancel my accountant on a monthly basis?
Yes. There is no annual contract. You can cancel at any time; your subscription will end at the end of the month in which you cancel. The trial period is free and obligates you to nothing. Please note that set-up costs may apply.
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