Assistant work
Day-to-day bookkeeping, transaction processing
130CHF/hour
Transparent pricing for expert fiduciary services
Professional fiduciary services take time and expertise. Our transparent pricing offers clear estimates, capped costs, and predictable monthly fees, with no surprises at year-end.
Satisfied customers all across Switzerland!
Quality fiduciary service pays for itself
Fair fees by Swiss standards
Transparency is at the heart of how we work. Our fees reflect the expertise behind the service and clearly show what you pay, how it is calculated, and what is included.
A reliable fiduciary service is an investment in accuracy and peace of mind. Proper accounting and compliance reduce risk and prevent costly errors.
Our fees are aligned with Swiss market standards and based on the scope and complexity of the work. We keep pricing clear, predictable, and defined upfront.
Our hourly rates
The right expertise at the right rate
Each task is handled by the appropriate role and billed at the corresponding rate: routine work at assistant rates, expert involvement only when required.
Specialist work
Specialist advisory work, VAT and tax matters, reconciliations
160CHF/hour
Expert work
Complex mandates, expert review, structural matters
200CHF/hour
Audit work
Audit engagements
250CHF/hour
All prices exclude Swiss VAT.
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Book a callHow our pricing works
Four components for complete cost predictability
Annual cost estimate
We assess your structure, transaction volume, and complexity, then provide an estimated annual cost as a range.
Example: CHF 2,800 – 3,400 / year
Monthly advance
We calculate a monthly payment based on the midpoint of your estimate divided by 12.
Example: Midpoint CHF 3,100 ÷ 12 = CHF 258 / month
Cost ceiling
We agree on a contractual upper limit on what you will pay: 20–25% above the upper estimate for new clients, 10–15% for existing ones.
Example: Cost ceiling CHF 4,250 (new client)
Year-end reconciliation
We total actual hours worked, apply the cost ceiling, and deduct advances paid. Any credit or balance is settled.
Example: CHF 3,200 – CHF 3,096 = CHF 104 invoiced
Note: This pricing model applies to our Accounting, Accounting with Director Service, and Payroll services.
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Use our price calculatorOne-time setup fee
One-off cost, lasting peace of mind
A one-time setup fee applies to all new clients, covering onboarding, system configuration, and initial document import.
Small
Simple company structure
CHF500
Standard
Typical GmbH or SME
CHF700
Complex
Holding company, real estate, multi-entity
from CHF900
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Book a callWhat your mandate covers and what’s extra
Included and additional services at a glance
Included
Ongoing bookkeeping
Recording of all transactions
Annual financial statements
Incl. notes, AGM protocol, dividend certificates & share valuations
Nominee director service
Optional service
Tax compliance
VAT and corporate tax filings
Standard communication
For all in-scope matters
Payroll accounting
CHF 330 per employee/year
Additional
Cleanup work
Backlogs from prior periods
Document submissions
Delayed or disorganised records
Capital changes
and restructurings
Special transactions
Real estate or loan matters
Tax planning
Complex VAT and special tax cases
Correspondence
with authorities
Work that falls outside the agreed mandate scope is billed separately at the applicable hourly rate and is always discussed with you beforehand.
Microsoft Business Central licences
Access your accounts directly
Nexova manages your accounting in Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central. Depending on your needs, you may require a licence to access your own data directly.
Licences are optional and can be subscribed to or cancelled on a monthly basis. The need for a licence is typically assessed during onboarding. Multiple licences can be arranged for larger teams.
Team Member
View-only access Suitable for periodic reporting
CHF/MONTH6.50
Essential
Full access For clients handling invoicing, payroll, or other tasks in-house
CHF/MONTH64.80
The prices shown above exclude VAT. Prices reflect current Microsoft pricing and will be updated at year-end.
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Book a callWhat does my accounting cost?
Calculate costs and plan budget
Cost control and transparency are crucial for businesses. Nexova AG offers a user-friendly, transparent price calculator with which you can quickly determine the costs for your accounting services.
Simply enter your relevant data, and the budget calculator will provide you with a detailed cost estimate. This way, you know exactly what to expect – no hidden costs or nasty surprises!
Accurate input
Please answer the following questions as accurately as possible.
Predictable budget
Then we can calculate the necessary budget for outsourcing your accounting, payroll, and taxes.
No surprises
This gives you transparency; cost overview and allows you to plan your budget precisely.
Specifications
Are you VAT-liable?
Would you like to outsource your payroll accounting?
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Book a callHow we work together
Six steps to a fully managed mandate
Free initial consultation
We discuss your company’s needs and assess complexity.
Cost estimate
We provide an estimated annual range, monthly advance, and cost ceiling.
Onboarding & setup
Your accounts, folders, and processes are configured.
Monthly advances
You pay by standing order each month.
Quarterly reviews
We keep you informed of budget usage and flag anything relevant.
Year-end reconciliation
Actuals are totalled, advances deducted, balance settled.
Fixed-price services
Straightforward pricing for standalone services
The following services are priced on a fixed annual or monthly basis. Each service has a defined scope, and work carried out beyond that scope is either priced specifically or billed at the standard CHF 160/h specialist rate, always agreed in advance.
Fiscal representation
Nexova acts as your fiscal representative in Switzerland, handling registration and ongoing VAT compliance for foreign companies operating in the Swiss market.
- Annual fee
- CHF 1,500 /year
- One-time setup fee
- CHF 500
- Payment
- Annually in advance
- Additional services
- CHF 160 /hour, agreed in advance
ANobAG payroll service
For Switzerland-based employees whose foreign employer isn't subject to Swiss social security. Nexova handles registration, payroll, and ongoing compliance.
- Annual fee
- CHF 2,000 /year
- One-time setup fee
- CHF 1,600
- Payment
- Annually in advance
- Included changes
- Up to 2 salary changes or bonus calculations per calendar year
- Additional changes
- CHF 160 /hour
Domicile Address
Basel, c/o Nexova AG
- CHF 150 /month
- CHF 1,800 /year
Shared c/o address, managed by Nexova
Basel, own address
- CHF 200 /month
- CHF 2,400 /year
Dedicated address, managed by Nexova
Cham (Zug), own address
- CHF 300 /month
- CHF 3,600 /year
Dedicated address, managed via external partner
Additional services:
Physical mail forwarding/scanning: CHF 160/h (Swiss Post postage billed separately)
Debt collection forwarding: CHF 160/h (effective working hours/time)
Payment is quarterly in advance. All prices exclude Swiss VAT.
Full fee summary
Everything at a glance
Variable pricing*
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Annual cost estimate | Quoted as a range, e.g. CHF 2,800 – 3,400 |
| Monthly advance | Midpoint of range ÷ 12 |
| Cost ceiling (new clients) | Upper estimate + 20–25% |
| Cost ceiling (existing clients) | Upper estimate + 10–15% |
| Year-end settlement | Actuals totalled; advances deducted; balance invoiced or credited |
| Setup fee | CHF 500 / 700 / from 900 (one-time, based on complexity) |
| Payroll accounting | CHF 330 per employee per calendar year, included in the annual cost estimate if agreed at the start of the mandate |
Accounting, accounting with director service, payroll
Work outside the agreed scope of services will be billed separately at the applicable hourly rate and will always be discussed with you in advance.
Fixed-price services
| Service | Annual fee | Setup fee |
|---|---|---|
| Fiscal representation | CHF 1,500 /year | CHF 500 (one-time) |
| ANobAG payroll | CHF 2,000 /year | CHF 1,600 (one-time) |
| Domicile address (Basel c/o Nexova) | CHF 1,800 /year (CHF 150/month) | — |
| Domicile address (Basel own address) | CHF 2,400 /year (CHF 200/month) | — |
| Domicile address (Cham, Zug) | CHF 3,600 /year (CHF 300/month) | — |
Hourly rates
| Level | Rate |
|---|---|
| Assistant work | CHF 130 /hour |
| Specialist work | CHF 160 /hour |
| Expert work | CHF 200 /hour |
| Audit work | CHF 250 /hour |
FAQ
Answers at a click
You receive a credit for the difference at year-end, or it is applied against the following period.
We flag this during our quarterly reviews. At 90% of the agreed ceiling, we inform you and discuss next steps. You will never be invoiced above the agreed ceiling.
Any work that falls outside the defined scope of your mandate, such as dealing with backlogs, correspondence with authorities, or tax planning. We always notify you and agree to the scope before carrying out additional work.
Yes. If your transaction volume changes significantly over the course of a year, we review the estimate and ceiling together at renewal. We aim to reflect your actual situation as accurately as possible.
It is a standing order based on the midpoint of your estimate. If quarterly reviews show actuals are consistently above or below this figure, we may propose revising the advance amount for the remainder of the year.
It is based on the complexity of your company structure at the time of onboarding. We confirm the applicable tier before the mandate begins.
All prices listed on this page exclude Swiss VAT, which is added at the applicable rate.
Independence Statement: Nexova AG is an independent private fiduciary firm. We are not a government agency or authority, and we are not affiliated with any government department or official register. All official acts, registrations, and approvals are carried out solely by the competent Swiss authorities and notaries.
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