Question 1

How quickly can I get an offshore accountant?

Accepted Answer

Our pre-vetted talent bench means we can present 2–3 qualified candidates within 48 hours of your initial consultation. Most placements start within 1–2 weeks after you select your candidate and complete onboarding paperwork.

Question 2

How much does offshore accounting talent cost?

Accepted Answer

Our flat monthly rates typically save clients 50–60% compared to US hires. Controllers start around $4,500–5,500/month, senior accountants $3,500–4,500/month, and bookkeepers $2,200–2,800/month. All rates are all-inclusive — compensation, benefits, taxes, and your dedicated US account manager.

Question 3

What happens if the hire doesn't work out?

Accepted Answer

We offer a 30-day replacement guarantee. If the placement isn't the right fit within the first 30 days, we'll find and place a replacement at no additional cost. After 30 days, we still work with you to resolve any issues.

Question 4

Are your workers contractors or employees?

Accepted Answer

WorkForce On Deck employs all talent directly through our local entities in El Salvador and the Philippines. This eliminates contractor misclassification risk for your company, ensures full legal compliance in-country, and means your team members receive proper benefits and job security.

Question 5

What time zones do your professionals work in?

Accepted Answer

El Salvador operates in Central Time (CT), providing complete overlap with US business hours from 8 AM to 5 PM. Our Philippines team typically works overlapping hours with US mornings and can cover evening shifts for extended coverage.

Question 6

What accounting software do your professionals know?

Accepted Answer

Our professionals are proficient across the major platforms: QuickBooks (Desktop and Online), Xero, NetSuite, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Dynamics, and Excel. We match you with candidates who have direct experience with your specific software stack.

Question 7

How do you vet your candidates?

Accepted Answer

Our 12-point vetting process includes accounting skills assessments, Excel proficiency tests, English proficiency evaluation, behavioral interviews, technical interviews, background checks, reference verification, work history review, cultural fit assessment, software proficiency testing, trial projects, and a final team review. Less than 15% of applicants make it onto our bench.

Question 8

What's included in the monthly flat rate?

Accepted Answer

Everything. The monthly flat rate covers the professional's compensation, in-country benefits, employer payroll taxes and compliance, all HR administration, and your dedicated US-based account manager. There are no hidden fees, no placement fees, and no long-term contracts.

Question 9

Can I hire a team, or just one person?

Accepted Answer

Both. Many clients start with a single placement to test the model, then expand to full accounting teams over time. We can staff controllers, senior accountants, staff accountants, AP/AR specialists, and FP&A analysts — either standalone or as a cohesive team.

Question 10

How is this different from using a freelancer platform like Upwork?

Accepted Answer

Unlike Upwork, WorkForce On Deck employs our professionals directly, pre-vets every candidate before they ever appear to clients, provides a replacement guarantee, and gives you a dedicated US account manager. We're a staffing partner, not a marketplace.

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