How It Works: Step by Step
From sign-up to your first commission payout — here's exactly what happens when you join the CPA Partner Program.
Sign Up
2 minutes, free, no credit card
Create your partner account at bookkeeping.business/signup/partner. Enter your firm name, your name, email, and a password. That's it — no contracts, no fees, no credit card.
- Instant account activation after email verification
- Partner dashboard available immediately
- Unique 8-character referral code generated automatically
- Shareable referral link ready to use
Verify Your Email
Activate your partner dashboard
Check your inbox for a verification email. Click the link to activate your partner dashboard. Once verified, you have full access to your referral tools, client management, and commission tracking.
- Verification email sent instantly
- One-click activation link
- Dashboard unlocks all partner features
- No approval process or waiting period
Invite Your Clients
One-click email invites or share referral link
From your partner dashboard, invite clients by entering their email address. They receive a branded invitation from your firm. Alternatively, share your unique referral link via email, text, or your website.
- Branded invitation emails from your firm name
- Bulk invite multiple clients at once
- Shareable referral link for your website or emails
- Track invite status (pending, signed up, active)
Clients Sign Up & Connect Bank
Plaid integration, fully automated
Your clients create their account, select a bookkeeping plan, and connect their bank via Plaid. The entire process takes under 5 minutes. No manual data entry, no spreadsheets, no software to install.
- Guided onboarding flow for clients
- Plaid bank connection (secure, automated)
- Transactions sync automatically going forward
- Dedicated bookkeeper assigned within 24 hours
Monitor All Client Books
Multi-client portal, read-only P&L/BS/CF
Your partner dashboard shows all referred clients in one place. View each client's Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow statements. Monitor spending patterns, flag concerns, and stay informed year-round.
- Read-only access to all client financials
- P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow for each client
- Spending intelligence across all clients
- No need to log into separate accounts
Earn Recurring Commission
Tracked in dashboard, monthly payouts
For every client who maintains an active subscription, you earn recurring commission. Commission accrues automatically each billing cycle and is tracked in your dashboard. Monthly payouts, no caps, no clawbacks.
- Commission on every active client subscription
- Automatic accrual each billing cycle
- Monthly payout schedule
- No caps on total earnings
What Your Clients Get
Every referred client receives full-service bookkeeping with a dedicated team.
Dedicated Bookkeeper
A real human bookkeeper assigned to their account — not a chatbot, not a shared pool.
AI Categorization
Transactions categorized automatically using AI, then reviewed by their bookkeeper for accuracy.
Monthly Reports
P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow delivered monthly. Always up-to-date, always reconciled.
Spending Intelligence
Category breakdowns, recurring payment tracking, unusual spending alerts, and income timeline.
Receipt Capture
Upload receipts via email, camera, or drag-and-drop. AI extracts vendor, amount, and category.
All Software Included
QuickBooks Online, bank feeds, payroll integration — all managed. No separate subscriptions.
What You Get as a Partner
Tools, visibility, and revenue — without adding headcount to your firm.
Multi-Client Portal
One dashboard to monitor all referred clients. Read-only access to P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cash Flow.
Spending Intelligence
See spending patterns, recurring payments, and income trends across all your clients from one view.
Free Tools to Share
S-Corp calculator, quarterly tax estimator, receipt scanner, bank statement converter — share with prospects.
Recurring Revenue
Earn commission on every active client subscription. No caps, no clawbacks, no minimums.
Monthly Commission Statements
Detailed breakdown of earnings by client, by month. Emailed to you and available in your dashboard.
No Headcount Needed
We handle the bookkeeping staff, training, software, and QA. You focus on tax prep and advisory.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to set up my partner account?
About 2 minutes. You'll enter your name, firm name, email, and create a password. No credit card required. Your partner dashboard and referral link are available immediately after email verification.
Do my clients need to do anything technical to connect their bank?
No. Clients connect their bank through Plaid — a secure, automated integration used by thousands of financial apps. They select their bank, log in with their existing credentials, and transactions flow automatically. No manual data entry required.
Can I monitor my clients' books without them knowing?
Your clients are informed that their CPA has read-only access to their financial reports. This is positioned as a benefit — their accountant can monitor their books year-round, not just at tax time. You cannot modify their data.
What happens if a client cancels their subscription?
If a client cancels, commission stops accruing for that client. There are no clawbacks — you keep all commission earned during their active subscription period. If they resubscribe later, commission resumes.
Is there a minimum number of clients I need to refer?
No minimums whatsoever. You can refer one client or one hundred. There are no quotas, no tiers to maintain, and no penalties for low volume. The program is designed to work whether you refer 2 clients or 200.
How do I track my commission earnings?
Your partner dashboard includes a dedicated Commissions section showing earnings by client, by month, and cumulative totals. You also receive monthly commission statements via email with a full breakdown.
What if my client already has a BookKeeping.business account?
If a client already has an active account, they cannot be re-attributed to your referral code. However, if they signed up but never activated a paid subscription, they can use your referral link when upgrading and the referral will be tracked.
Ready to get started?
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