Census Accounting Services

About Census Accounting Services

Census Accounting Services presents itself as a nationwide network of accounting offices, with certified accountants operating in Portugal since 1997. Its branches stretch from Lisbon and Porto to Braga, Maia, Viana do Castelo, Guarda, Sintra and a number of smaller towns, giving local clients in-person service as well as remote support. The core audience is Portuguese micro, small and medium-sized businesses, offered tiered monthly accounting packages, but the firm also guides newcomers through company registration and the former non-habitual-resident tax status, and advertises Portuguese and English assistance for foreign investors in Porto. Beyond bookkeeping and tax, it provides HR and payroll support, funding-application projects, management consulting and training, and sister brands cover a virtual office and online courses. Pricing is quoted individually within one day.

Services

Accounting packages for micro and small companies, certified-accountant tax filings, VAT and corporate income tax, payroll and HR administration. Company incorporation covers the articles of association, commercial registry and activity start with the tax authority. The firm also supports applications for non-habitual-resident status and annual income declarations for foreign arrivals, prepares funding and incentive applications, offers management consulting and professional training, and runs a separate virtual office service. Accountant switching is handled end to end.

• ✓ Company formation: offered
• ✓ Accounting and bookkeeping: offered
• ✓ Tax compliance: offered
• ✓ VAT: offered
• ✓ Payroll: offered
• ✕ Audit: not listed
• ✕ Bank account assistance: not listed
• ✓ Residency and visas: offered
• ✕ Corporate secretarial: not listed
• ✓ Virtual office: offered

Licences and registrations

• Certified Accountants (OCC)

As declared by the firm. Check a licence with the regulator before you rely on it.