AI Bookkeeper vs Manual Bookkeeping
| Feature | AI Employee | Hiring a Junior |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Reconciliation Speed | Seconds | Hours |
| Available 24/7 | ✓ | ✕ |
| Monthly Cost | From $499/mo | $4,500+/mo |
| Transaction Categorisation | Automatic | Manual |
| Scales With Clients | ✓ | ✕ |
| Error Rate | Near zero | Human error |
| Client Follow-ups | Automated | Manual |
| Complex Judgement Calls | ✕ | ✓ |