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Accounting Specialists of Asheville service packages for small businesses

Simple Pricing. Exceptional Service.

Everything your business needs to stay financially healthy, organized, and ahead of the tax curve. One monthly investment, no surprises.

Our Service Packages 

We built our service packages around one idea: that great accounting should not feel like a series of unpredictable invoices. Every package includes bookkeeping, payroll, tax preparation, and year-round advisory support bundled into one simple monthly investment so you always know exactly what you are paying and exactly what you are getting.


All packages include a one-time onboarding fee of $750 which covers the setup of your accounts, initial financial review, and everything we need to hit the ground running on day one.


Not sure which package is right for you? We are happy to talk it through. 

SMALL BUSINESSES & FREELANCERS

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Essentials

The foundation every small business needs to stay organized, compliant, and on track.

$650/month

One-time onboarding fee of $750

What is included:

Monthly bookkeeping and bank reconciliation​

Payroll processing (up to 5 employees)

Annual tax preparation (federal and state)

Basic monthly financial statements (profit and loss and balance sheet)

Annual tax planning session

Email access to your accounting team

Secure client portal access

One annual financial review meeting with your accounting team

Not sure this is the right fit?

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GROWING SMALL BUSINESSES

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Growth

For businesses that are ready to stop reacting and start building with a real financial strategy behind them.

$1,250/month

One-time onboarding fee of $750

What is included:

Everything in Essentials, plus:

Payroll processing (up to 15 employees)

Priority annual tax preparation (federal and all state returns)

Monthly financial statements with variance analysis

Proactive quarterly tax planning and strategy

Quarterly business performance review meetings

Priority email and phone access to your accounting team

Business entity structure analysis and recommendations

Estimated quarterly tax calculations and filing guidance

Quarterly financial review and strategy meetings with your accounting team

This is our most popular package for growing businesses.

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ESTABLISHED BUSINESSES & HIGH-INCOME INDIVIDUALS

Premier

A fully integrated financial partnership for businesses and individuals who demand the highest level of expertise and attention.

$2,500/month

One-time onboarding fee of $750

What is included:

Everything in Growth, plus:

Payroll processing (up to 30 employees)

Priority annual tax preparation for both business and personal returns

Monthly cash flow monitoring and reporting

Eight tax planning and strategy sessions per year

Full year-round IRS audit support and representation

Dedicated senior Enrolled Agent as your primary point of contact

Priority same-day response guarantee

Annual comprehensive financial review and forward planning session

Strategic advisory on major business and financial decisions as they arise

Eight tax planning and strategy sessions per year

For clients who want a true financial partner, not just an accountant.

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Every Package Includes

Bookkeeping

Accurate, up-to-date books delivered every single month without exception.

Payroll

Precise payroll processing and full federal and state compliance handled completely for you.

Tax Preparation

Federal and state returns prepared and filed by federally licensed Enrolled Agents.

Advisory Access

Year-round access to a team that is genuinely invested in your financial success, not just your filing deadline.

Need Something More?

Every package can be customized with additional services based on your specific needs. The most common add-ons are listed below. If you do not see what you are looking for, reach out and we will put something together that works for your situation.

Additional payroll employees beyond limit

$25 per employee per month

Multi-state tax return filing

$150 per additional state

Sales tax filing and management

Starting at $55 per month

Catch-up bookkeeping for prior periods

Quoted based on scope

IRS notice response and resolution

Quoted based on scope

Business entity formation and structuring

Starting at $500 one time fee

Have a question about add-ons? 

Individual Tax Preparation

Not every client needs a monthly package. If you are looking for expert individual tax preparation without an ongoing engagement, we offer two straightforward options based on the complexity of your return. Both are prepared by our federally licensed Enrolled Agents with the same precision and strategic eye we bring to every return we file.

INVESTORS, SELF-EMPLOYED & MULTI-SITUATION FILERS

Complex Individual

For returns that require a deeper level of expertise, strategy, and attention to detail.

Best for:

Rental property owners

Investment and capital gains income

K-1 recipients

Multi-state filers

Self-employed and freelancers

Clients with significant life or financial changes

What is included:

Federal and all state individual tax return preparation

Electronic filing

Thorough review of prior year returns before we begin

Secure document submission via client portal

Email support through filing

Strategic review of your return for deductions and opportunities often missed

Starting at $800

Quoted based on complexity. Returns with significant investment activity, multiple states, or business income are typically $1,200 and above.

Have rental properties, investment income, or a more complex individual situation? Our Complex Individual tier or a custom engagement may be the right fit.

INDIVIDUALS & HOUSEHOLDS

Essential 1040

Your taxes handled with precision and care, so you can move on with your year.

Best for:

W-2 employees

Retirees with standard income

Simple household returns with no significant complexity

What is included:

Federal and state individual tax return preparation

Electronic filing for fast and accurate processing

Secure document submission via client portal

Basic email support through filing

Starting at $500

Final fee determined based on return complexity at time of engagement.

Additional Services for Individual Clients

The following services are available as standalone engagements or as additions to your tax preparation. Each is quoted individually based on your specific situation.

Tax Planning Session

Starting at $250

IRS Notice Response and Resolution

Quoted based on scope

Amended Tax Return (1040-X)

Starting at $250

Quarterly Estimated Tax Calculations

Starting at $150

Business Entity Analysis and Recommendations

Starting at $500

Prior Year Tax Return Preparation

Starting at $500 per year

Pricing reflects the complexity and time involved in each engagement. We will always give you a clear quote before any work begins so there are never any surprises.

Questions about individual services? 

Standalone Payroll Services

Not every client needs a full monthly package. If you are looking for professional payroll processing without an ongoing advisory engagement, we offer straightforward flat-rate payroll services based on the size of your team.

 

One predictable monthly investment, no per-check surprises, and the same precision and compliance expertise we bring to every client we serve.

20 OR MORE EMPLOYEES

Custom Payroll

Every large payroll engagement is unique. Let us put together a solution built around your specific situation.

Custom Quoted

Contact us for a personalized quote based on your team size, pay frequency, and payroll complexity.

What is included:

Everything in Mid-Size Team, plus:

Custom scope based on team size, pay frequency, and complexity

Dedicated senior team member as your primary point of contact

Full compliance management across all applicable states

All quarterly reports and filings included

Custom reporting tailored to your specific business needs

11 TO 20 EMPLOYEES

Mid-Size Team Payroll

A payroll operation of this size requires a team that gets it right every single time. That is exactly what we deliver.

$525/month

Year-end W-2 and 1099 filings billed separately. See details below.

What is included:

Everything in Growing Team, plus:

Full payroll processing for up to 20 employees

Dedicated payroll specialist as your primary point of contact

Multi-state payroll tax compliance where applicable

Comprehensive quarterly reporting included

Year-end preparation and coordination

6 TO 10 EMPLOYEES

Growing Team Payroll

As your team grows your payroll complexity grows with it. We handle every layer so you never have to.

$385/month

Year-end W-2 and 1099 filings billed separately. See details below.

What is included:

Everything in Small Team, plus:

Full payroll processing for up to 10 employees

Priority response on payroll questions and changes

Detailed payroll reports for your records every pay period

Quarterly reports and filings included

3 TO 5 EMPLOYEES

Small Team Payroll

Accurate, compliant payroll for growing teams. Handled completely so you never have to think about it.

$275/month

Year-end W-2 and 1099 filings billed separately. See details below.

What is included:

Everything in Micro Team, plus:

Full payroll processing for up to 5 employees every pay period

Direct deposit setup and management for all employees

Payroll tax withholding and remittance

Quarterly payroll reports and filings included

New hire reporting

Garnishment and deduction management

1 TO 2 EMPLOYEES

Micro Team Payroll

Simple does not mean careless. Every payroll we process gets the same expert attention regardless of team size.

$150/month

Quarterly reports and year-end filings billed separately. See details below.

What is included:

Full payroll processing every pay period

Direct deposit setup and management

Payroll tax withholding and remittance

Assistance with simple IRS and NC questions or notices

All correspondence, forms, and reports included

Payroll changes and corrections handled at no extra charge

Year-End Filings

Year-end W-2 and 1099 filings are billed separately from your monthly flat rate for all standalone payroll clients. Quarterly reports are included in all tiers except Micro, where they are billed as follows:

Quarterly Report Q1, Q2 and Q3(Micro clients only)

$175 per quarter

Quarterly Report Q4 (Micro clients only)

$200 (additional year-end reporting requirements)

Quarter with Zero Filings (Micro clients only)

$75 per quarter

W-2 Setup

$75 one-time fee per engagement

W-2 Processing

$8 per form

1099 Setup

$75 one-time fee per engagement

1099 Processing

$12 per form

W-2 and 1099 fees apply to all payroll tiers. Setup fees are charged once per new engagement. Per-form fees apply annually at year-end.

Additional Services

The following services are available as additions to any payroll engagement. All fees are communicated clearly before any work begins so there are never any surprises.

ID Number Closings (NCDOR, NCESC, Other)

$75 per closing

IRS or State Correspondence

$200 per hour

IRS Audit Representation

$175 per hour

Postage

Billed at cost

Services not covered by the monthly flat rate include IRS or NC representation requiring Power of Attorney, setting up or closing company ID numbers, DOT or DOL reporting, and audit representation. These are scoped and quoted individually before any work begins.

Questions about payroll pricing?

A Note on Our Onboarding Fee

Every new client engagement begins with a one-time onboarding fee of $750. This covers the time our team spends setting up your accounts, reviewing your prior financial records, getting your books into shape, and making sure we have a complete understanding of your situation before we begin.


We include this fee because doing the job right from day one takes real work, and we believe in being transparent about that upfront rather than building it into costs you discover later. It also ensures that every client we bring on is genuinely committed to the relationship, which allows us to give every client the focused attention they deserve.

Not Sure Which Package Is Right for You?

The right fit depends on your business, your goals, and where you are right now. Let us have a real conversation and figure it out together. No pressure, no obligation, just a straightforward conversation about what makes sense for you.

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