Switching accountants
Unhappy with your accountant? Switching can be done at any time of the year and is less hassle than you think. From £70 a month (excl. VAT), cancel monthly.
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Switching from your accountant to Van Passe in 5 steps
From initial consultation to first tax return: this is how your switch to Van Passe works, step by step.
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Together
Book a free introductory meeting
Choose a time online. We'll discuss your business, what you're currently missing and which monthly rate applies to your industry. Also ask about any start-up costs.
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You
Terminate current accountant in writing
Give written notice to your current accountant yourself and request confirmation of the end date. Immediately request your complete administration; you must keep this yourself for 7 years.
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Together
Provide documentation from your records
We will agree with you which documents we need. You supply those to us, and you keep the rest yourself.
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You
Set up the app and link your bank
You get access to the app, link your bank and receive your own mailbox for purchase invoices. From now on, you submit everything via the app.
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We will take over the processing and tax returns
From the agreed starting point, we will process your accounts and take care of your tax returns. Your dedicated accountant will be your point of contact.
The bookkeeper who does things differently
- Efficient
- Sure
- Smart
- Personal
- Efficient
Switching providers with just a few documents from your records
You might be put off making the switch if you’re not happy with your accountant. There’s no need to worry. All you need to make the switch is some documentation from your current accounts. You’ll then be given access to the app and can link your bank account. You can scan receipts using your phone and forward purchase invoices to your own email inbox. We’ll take care of the processing.
- Just providing some documentation
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Clear who is filing which tax return during your transfer
Switching is possible at any time of the year, including in the middle of a quarter. During the introductory meeting, we agree on when you will start with us, so it is clear who is filing which return. Your VAT returns, the ICP return where necessary, and your personal income tax return are included in the package. You can cancel at any time: your subscription will then end at the end of that month.
- Switching is also possible in the middle of a quarter
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Know what you're paying and see how you're doing
At Van Passe you have one all-in monthly package starting from €70 per month (excl. VAT). The rate per industry is on our rates page. Asking unlimited questions is included in the package. Only large projects, such as a mortgage application, cost €85 per hour (excl. VAT). Set-up costs may apply. In the dashboard you can see your income, expenses and VAT during the year.
- Asking questions is included in your monthly package
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One dedicated accountant who knows your records
Tired of changing contacts to whom you have to explain everything all over again? At Van Passe you have a single dedicated accountant as your point of contact. You can ask questions via WhatsApp or email as often as you like. Every month you can schedule a one-to-one conversation about your figures or your plans. So you don't have to keep repeating your story.
- Dedicated bookkeeper via WhatsApp and email
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.
A map built on trust
Sole traders and sole proprietorships throughout the Netherlands choose Van Passe
879 Customers
100% Freelancers
Your new accountant for a clear monthly fee
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 single point of contact after your switch
Switching accountants is primarily a matter of trust: who will be looking at your figures soon? At Van Passe, that is one dedicated accountant as your point of contact. They get to know your business, take care of your VAT returns and income tax return, and look ahead with you as your business grows.
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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
Answers to what entrepreneurs ask before changing bookkeeper.
How much does it cost to switch to another accountant?
At Van Passe you pay from €70 per month (excl. VAT). A higher starting rate applies to certain sectors, for example Retail from €120 and Hospitality from €160 per month (excl. VAT). Set-up costs may apply; ask about them during the introductory meeting. Whether your old firm charges anything for the transfer depends on your agreements.
Can my accountant withhold my records?
Not just like that. In the case of unpaid invoices, accountants sometimes invoke a right of retention or suspension. Whether that is justified depends on the situation and your agreements. Pay what is legitimately outstanding, request your records in writing and seek legal advice in the event of a dispute.
How long does it take to switch accountants?
That mainly depends on two things: how quickly you provide the requested documents and what notice period your current accountant applies. We therefore do not promise a fixed turnaround time. Discuss during the introductory meeting what is needed in your situation.
Can I switch if my bookkeeping has a backlog?
Yes. A backlog is no reason to stay with your current accountant. We take on backlogs in your administration or tax returns; it is work that we do a lot. Be honest about the current situation during the introductory meeting. Then we will discuss what is needed to clear it.
Do I still need my own accounting software after the switch?
No. The accounting software and app are included in the package. You use them to create and send invoices, scan receipts, log hours and mileage, and view your income, expenses and VAT in the dashboard. You don't need a separate subscription to an accounting package for that.
What if I don't like Van Passe after switching?
Then you cancel. There is no annual contract: your subscription ends at the end of the month in which you cancel. You are never tied in for longer than the current month. That makes the step smaller than with an accountant with an annual contract or a long notice period.
Send us a WhatsApp or give us a call. We’re happy to help!
