How Much Does Client Follow-up Automation Cost for CPA Firms?

For CPA firms, client follow-up automation projects are typically fixed-price, starting at $3,500 for foundational setups. The total investment depends on the specific workflows you want to automate, such as tax document collection or payroll reminders, and the complexity of integrating with your existing CRM or practice management software.

The Problem: What CPA Firms Deal With Every Day

How It Works

01

Free Systems Audit

We begin by analyzing your firm's current client follow up processes, from initial engagement letter follow ups to year end tax document requests. This helps us identify specific pain points and opportunities to streamline your communication with clients.

02

Fixed-Price Proposal

Our team then custom builds and integrates automated sequences directly into your existing systems, whether it's setting up automated reminders for W-2 collection or scheduling follow ups for unsigned engagement letters. We ensure these automations precisely mirror your firm's brand voice and compliance requirements.

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Build and Launch

Once implemented, we provide comprehensive training to your team on managing and monitoring your new automated client follow up workflows. This ensures your staff can confidently leverage the system for ongoing tasks like quarterly payroll reminders or new client onboarding.

Expected Outcome

35% improvement in client retention
Typical result for CPA Firms

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does client follow-up automation cost for cpa firms?
For CPA firms, client follow-up automation projects are typically fixed-price, starting around $3,500 for core implementations. The final cost depends on the specific automations your firm needs, such as recurring payroll reminders or annual tax season document collection, and how deeply these integrate with your existing practice management system like Karbon or CCH Axcess.
Is there a monthly fee after the initial build?
No, after the initial fixed-price build, there are no recurring monthly fees from Byzantium AI for the automation itself. You will only incur standard subscription costs for any third party tools required to run your automations, such as your existing CRM, email platform, or an SMS gateway.
What is included in the free systems audit?
Our free systems audit maps your current client communication workflows, identifies bottlenecks in areas like tax return follow ups or audit confirmation requests, and pinpoints opportunities for automation. You receive a detailed proposal outlining specific automation solutions, estimated cost, and projected ROI for your firm.
How quickly does this pay for itself?
Many CPA firms see a return on investment within 3-6 months by recapturing billable hours spent on manual follow ups and reducing administrative overhead. By automating tasks like chasing missing documents or sending payment reminders, your staff can focus on higher value client work.

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