Accounting for bakers

The accountant for bakers and pastry chefs.

You get up early for your product, not for your paperwork. We connect your till system, process your daily takings and make sure your VAT (btw), staff and purchasing simply add up.

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Package for bakers

From €100 per month

Full service: €150 per month

Your own online environment and app
Connection to your business bank account
Quarterly VAT returns
Annual accounts with balance sheet and profit and loss account
Income tax return, including your fiscal partner

Physical shop: + €100 per month · Payroll: €13.50 per payslip

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In short

Boekhoudvriend is the accountant for bakers across the Netherlands. We handle your bookkeeping, VAT (btw) returns, annual accounts and tax returns for a fixed fee from €100 per month. Cancel monthly, reply within 24 hours.

VAT: Bread and pastries fall under the reduced rate of 9%. If you also sell non-food items or coffee to drink on the premises, different rules sometimes apply.
Usual structure: Usually a sole proprietorship (eenmanszaak); if your profit is consistently high, we work out whether switching to a BV pays off
Price per month: From €100 (Review) or €150 (Full service) for a sole proprietorship, excl. VAT. Physical shop: + €100 per month. Payroll: €13.50 per payslip
Contract: Cancel monthly. Reply within 24 hours.

Specifically for bakers

What we pay extra attention to for bakers.

Till and daily takings

We connect your till system so your daily takings come in automatically per VAT rate. You spot cash discrepancies straight away.

Staff with varying hours

Bakeries often work with part-timers and early shifts. We take care of the payslips and make sure allowances and holiday pay are correct.

Purchasing and margins

Ingredient prices fluctuate. By recording your purchases properly, you see your gross margin every month and can adjust your prices in time.

Costs we often see for bakers.

Business expenses reduce your profit and therefore your tax. We make sure they are booked correctly and, where possible, that you make use of the investment deduction (investeringsaftrek).

Ingredients and packaging
Ovens and bakery equipment
Shop fit-out and till system
Energy
Delivery and transport

What's included in your package

Your own online environment and app
Connection to your business bank account
Quarterly VAT returns
Annual accounts with balance sheet and profit and loss account
Income tax return, including your fiscal partner
Tax advice and questions via the app (fair use)
Cancel monthly, reply within 24 hours

How it works

Getting started with Boekhoudvriend as a baker.

01
Intro call
We discuss your business and you see straight away what it costs.
02
Setup
We set up your bookkeeping and connect your bank, mailbox and systems.
03
Processed continuously
Documents are processed automatically and reviewed by your dedicated team.
04
Tax returns handled
We take care of VAT (btw), annual accounts and tax returns. You always have up-to-date insight.

Client stories

What business owners notice most is the peace of mind.

5.0

29 Google reviews

Brought peace of mind back to our company

“When it comes to administration, the Boekhoudvriend team has brought peace of mind back to our company. The way they communicate, the speed that comes with it and the clarity of the accounting software could add enormous value for any business owner.”

QLQuincy van Loovia Google

Knowledgeable, precise and extremely fast

“Boekhoudvriend has been doing my bookkeeping for several BVs for more than a year now. This team is knowledgeable, works precisely and is extremely quick to answer questions. Highly recommended!”

JNJasper van Nistelrooyvia Google

In good, trusted hands

“The service, professionalism and knowledge are something many companies could learn from. You feel that you are in good, trusted hands at Boekhoudvriend, so you can leave the financial side of your business entirely to them.”

WOWillem van den Oordvia Google

Backlog neatly wrapped up

“Top service. Professional knowledge is always on hand and the way they communicate is very pleasant too. I spent a few stressful months trying to get 2023 finished; fortunately it's now neatly wrapped up. Absolutely recommended!”

EBErwin Blomvia Google

Fast and highly knowledgeable

“Very happy with Boekhoudvriend! Always quick, positive feedback and highly knowledgeable.”

EBEllen Boumanvia Google

The right knowledge and skills

“People with the right knowledge and skills to take that (bookkeeping) off your hands.”

JSJeroen Silkensvia Google

FAQ

Frequently asked questions from bakers

Which VAT rate applies to a bakery?+

Bread, pastries and other food are charged at 9%. Some products and services are charged at 21%. We make sure your till uses the right rates.

Can you connect my till system?+

Yes, we have an integration for many till systems. Your revenue then flows into your bookkeeping automatically per VAT rate.

What does bookkeeping cost for a bakery with a shop?+

You pay a fixed monthly fee based on your legal structure, with a surcharge for a physical shop. Our calculator shows your price straight away.

Am I tied to a contract as a baker?+

No. Your subscription can be cancelled monthly and you pay a fixed monthly fee, with no hourly billing.

Can I switch halfway through the year?+

Yes. We arrange the handover with your current accountant, including history, opening balance and ongoing tax returns.

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