For accountants & bookkeeping firms

Client onboarding software for accountants without the email chasing

Give every new client one place to provide information, upload documents, sign engagement terms and see what remains before your team can start work.

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A cleaner client intake process

Keep the onboarding record together from the first request.

Accounting onboarding often involves repeated requests for details and supporting documents. OnboardBeacon gives the client a clear checklist-style experience while your team keeps a central view of what has arrived and what is still outstanding.

01

Structured client questionnaires

Collect business details, service requirements, deadlines and other intake information before work begins.

02

Document collection

Receive supporting documents through the client portal instead of sorting attachments from long email chains.

03

Engagement agreements

Keep signed terms and signing details connected to the correct client record.

04

Deposit or upfront payment

Where your firm uses deposits or upfront fees, send the client through Stripe Checkout from the onboarding flow.

05

Progress visibility

Show what has been completed and what is still needed so both sides know the next action.

06

Automated reminders

Reduce manual follow-up for missing forms, files, agreements and payments.

Important for regulated work

Use OnboardBeacon alongside your specialist compliance tools.

OnboardBeacon is an onboarding workflow and client portal. It is not presented as an AML, KYC or identity-verification product. If your accounting practice has regulatory obligations, keep using the specialist tools and professional processes required for those checks.

Useful onboarding sequence

  1. Invite the new client.
  2. Collect service and business details.
  3. Request the required supporting files.
  4. Complete any specialist compliance checks in your existing tools.
  5. Get engagement terms signed.
  6. Record payment and move the client into delivery.
FAQs

Accountant onboarding questions

What can accountants collect during onboarding?

Client contact details, business information, questionnaires, supporting documents, signed engagement terms and deposit payments can be organised in one onboarding portal.

Does OnboardBeacon replace specialist AML or KYC software?

No. OnboardBeacon organises the onboarding workflow and client-facing portal. Firms that require regulated identity, AML or KYC checks should continue using appropriate specialist compliance tools alongside it.

Can an accounting firm use the same process for every new client?

Yes. A structured portal helps make repeated onboarding steps consistent while still allowing the firm to collect client-specific information and documents.

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