Accountant profile on Websta: what to include for clients in Latvia

What to include on your Websta profile

Your profile page should show the core information that someone looking for accounting help needs to find you. Start with a clear description of what you do - whether that is bookkeeping for small businesses, tax preparation, payroll administration, or other accounting services you handle. List each service separately so people searching for a specific task can match it to what you offer.

Add your town or the towns where you work. Clients in Latvia search for accountants by location, and being clear about where you operate helps people decide whether to contact you. If you work across multiple cities or regions, list them all.

Include a professional photo of yourself and, if relevant, any photos of your workspace or documents you work with. These help people understand who they are contacting.

Set up a contact form or use the booking feature so potential clients can request a quote or schedule a first meeting. This is simpler than asking people to call or email you directly.

• Service descriptions - one entry per service type you offer
• Town or towns where you work
• Professional photo
• Contact form or quote request option

Services to list on your profile

Common accounting services in Latvia that clients search for include bookkeeping, tax return preparation, payroll processing, VAT compliance, and business accounting for sole traders or companies. List the services you actually provide, not services you might offer later.

Be specific about what you do and who you work with. For example, "bookkeeping for small retail businesses" is more useful than just "bookkeeping." Mention whether you work with sole traders, limited companies, or both, and whether you handle specific industries or business sizes.

If you offer services in different languages, mention this in each service description. Many accounting tasks require documents and communication in Latvian, but clients may be non-native speakers who prefer to work in Russian or English.

Language options for your profile

Most of your clients in Latvia will be Latvian speakers, so publish your profile in Latvian. However, Latvia has a significant Russian-speaking population, particularly in Riga, Daugavpils, and Liepaja, and many businesses have English-speaking owners or managers. Consider whether offering your profile in Russian or English makes sense for your target clients.

You do not need to translate every word yourself. Websta allows you to create versions of your profile in different languages, so you can focus on the content that matters most in each language.

How people search for accountants in Latvia

On Websta, people in Latvia search for accountants by location and service type. They may search for "bookkeeper in Riga," "tax accountant in Liepaja," or "payroll services in Kuldiga." Your profile appears in these results if your listed services and location match what they are looking for.

People also post tasks on the Websta marketplace asking accountants to make offers. A task might be "I need help with my year-end accounts" or "Who can prepare my tax return." You can see these tasks and respond with a quote.

Most searches happen on mobile devices, so make sure your profile is easy to read on a phone and your contact information is clear.

Payments and tax status as an independent accountant

If you work as an independent accountant in Latvia, you are a sole trader and must register with the State Revenue Service (Valsts Ienemumu Dienests). You need a business registration number and are responsible for reporting your income and paying personal income tax and social contributions. Check the current rates and thresholds with the State Revenue Service - tax rules change and depend on your turnover and status.

When you receive payment through Websta, the money is transferred to your own bank account via Stripe. You handle all tax obligations yourself; this is not done automatically. Keep records of all payments received, expenses, and client work for your tax return.

What to set up before launching your profile

Before you create a Websta profile, confirm that you are registered as a sole trader with the State Revenue Service. You will need your business registration number.

Set up a Stripe account so that payments from clients can reach your bank account. Stripe handles the payment processing, and you receive the money in your chosen Latvian bank account.

Decide what services you will list and write brief descriptions of each one. Include any limits - for example, if you only work with businesses under a certain size or in specific industries, say so.

Take or choose a professional photo. It does not have to be expensive, but it should look clear and professional.

Write down the towns where you work and the languages you speak. If you work across Latvia, list each town, or list the regions you serve.

What to write in your first hour

Start with your profile headline - something like "Accounting and bookkeeping services for small businesses in Latvia" - and a short description of who you are and what you do. Keep it to two or three sentences.

List your main services. Write one or two lines for each service that explains what it covers and who it is for. For example: "Bookkeeping for sole traders and small companies. I maintain your accounting records, reconcile bank accounts, and prepare monthly reports."

Add your location. Write the towns or regions where you work. If you work nationwide but clients visit you in a specific office, mention both.

Set up your contact method - either a contact form or booking system. This is what clients will use to reach you, so make sure it works.

Upload a photo. You can add more photos later, but start with at least one professional image of yourself.