Software21 April 2026
Accounting software in the cloud: your options
Which accounting software fits your firm and why has cloud hosting become the standard? Overview of the main packages plus a checklist.
Robin DamenIT for accountants
For firm owners who want to offload AFM oversight and accounting software in one move. AFAS, Exact Online, Twinfield, CClaw and Tax Framework already run for peer firms ā in our Dutch data centre. Client dossiers segmented per user, ISO 27001 as foundation. Fixed price per user ā no surprises at year-end.
Already running in our Dutch datacenter:
AFASExact OnlineTwinfieldCClawTax Framework
2000+
Cloud workspaces
6000+
Microsoft 365 accounts
20+
Years of experience
ISO 27001
certified
NEN 7510
healthcare information security
Microsoft
Solutions Partner
FD Gazelle
2022 / 2024 / 2025
IT for accountants
Why do accountants choose Virtual Computing?
Accountants work daily with sensitive financial data from their clients. Data security is not a luxury but a requirement ā for your reputation, for your clients and for the regulator.
Virtual Computing delivers cloud workspaces specifically configured for the accounting sector. You work securely with your accounting packages from anywhere, always have access to client files and meet all compliance requirements.
Our ISO 27001 certification gives your clients and the regulator confidence that financial data is in safe hands. No hassle with local servers, updates or backups ā we handle all of that.
ISO 27001 certified
Seamless integration with accounting packages
Data in our own Dutch data centres
Work securely from anywhere ā including at the client
Monthly cancellable, no lock-in contracts
Cloud workspaces for accounting
Our [online workspace](/en/online-werkplek) provides accountants with a complete Windows desktop in the cloud. Ideal for flexible working:
Accounting packages ā Seamless integration with Exact Online, AFAS, Twinfield and other [accounting software](/en/software-voor-administratie). Fast and without hiccups.
Work from anywhere ā At the office, at the client or at home ā always the same secure environment with all your applications and files.
[Microsoft 365](/en/office-365-zakelijk) integration ā Outlook, Teams, Excel and Word fully integrated in your cloud workspace.
Unlimited storage ā No worrying about storage space for annual accounts, tax returns and client files.
Daily backups ā Automatic backups at a separate location. Your data is always safe.
Accounting packages
Seamless integration with Exact Online, AFAS, Twinfield and more.
Work from anywhere
Work securely at the office, at the client or at home ā always the same environment.
ISO 27001
Certified information security for confidential financial data.
Microsoft 365
Fully integrated Office apps including Teams and Outlook.
Daily backups
Automatic backups at a separate location ā your data is always safe.
Security and compliance for accountants
The accounting sector is becoming increasingly regulated. Clients expect their financial data to be secure, and the NBA sets requirements for your IT environment.
Virtual Computing helps you meet these requirements:
ISO 27001 certified ā Our processes and systems meet the international standard for information security.
Data in the Netherlands ā All financial data is stored in our own data centres in Eindhoven and Den Bosch. Never abroad.
Multi-factor authentication ā Extra security layer ensuring only authorised staff can access client data.
Encryption ā All data encrypted at rest and in transit.
This way, you can immediately demonstrate your IT is in order during an audit or client inquiry.
NBA-Handreiking IT and compliance for accounting firms
The NBA (Royal Netherlands Institute of Chartered Accountants) has issued IT guidelines that set concrete requirements for the IT environment of accounting firms. Central themes: confidentiality of client data, integrity of administrations, availability of working papers, and auditability of changes.
What NBA Guidance 1141 requires ā A documented information security policy, controlled access per file, change logging, periodic backup tests and a data processing agreement with your cloud provider. Our ISO 27001 reporting delivers most of this evidence ready-to-go.
Practical during audits ā During an NBA review or a question from the regulator, you can produce the SOC 2-style documentation of our ISO 27001 audit plus the processing agreement within one business day. No weeks-long discussion with your MSP about who arranged what.
Named software: AFAS, Twinfield, Exact, Unit4 ā what fits?
Many accounting firms work with multiple accounting packages side by side because clients use different standards. What we have seen work in our cloud workspace over 20 years of practice:
AFAS Online ā Full SaaS from AFAS itself. Works seamlessly in our cloud workspace via the browser; ideal for accounting firms serving SMB clients and healthcare organisations. No local installation required.
Twinfield ā Wolters Kluwer's online accounting SaaS. Browser-based, runs smoothly. Often used for collaboration with external bookkeepers.
Exact Online ā The market leader in SMB bookkeeping. 100% web-based, no installation. We optimise browser settings and VPN connectivity for maximum speed.
Unit4 Multivers / Audition ā More often on-premise or via Citrix/RDS. We host Multivers desktop applications in our cloud workspace for accounting firms still running on this.
What this costs ā The cloud workspace itself from ā¬35/user/month; the software licence you pay directly to AFAS/Wolters/Exact/Unit4. Our pricing is the same for 1 or 5 accounting packages on a single workspace.
Scale: from 1-5 users to 25+ accountants
Our accounting practice spans three typical profiles:
1-5 users ā solo or small team. Many ZZP accountants and small firms start with 1-3 cloud workspaces. From ā¬35/user/month, no minimum commitment. Often combined with Exact Online or Twinfield. Setup within one week, including migration of existing Outlook + Word documents.
5-25 users ā mid-sized firm. Multiple partnerships or branches where partners, assistants and trainees work in one environment. Role-based permissions come into play: junior has access only to assigned files, partner has everything, auditors have separate SBR/audit folders. We set this up via Azure AD groups.
25+ accountants ā multi-location. Larger firms with 25-150 staff across multiple locations. At this scale we add Modern Workplace (Intune-managed laptops) plus a dedicated Azure Virtual Desktop pool for heavy applications such as Caseware or Audition. Compliance audits become faster: one set of evidence for all branches.
Not sure which profile fits? Call +31 85 013 4500 or schedule a no-obligation consultation ā we are happy to think along.
Pricing
What does it cost?
Secure cloud workspace for accounting firms. ISO 27001 certified, with your bookkeeping packages pre-installed.
IT for accountants
fromā¬35per user per month
- Exact / AFAS / Twinfield hosting
- ISO 27001 + GDPR
- Daily backups
- Dutch-speaking support
- Available anywhere
Contact
Arrange it the way you prefer
Prefer a quote with numbers first, a direct conversation, or to get started right away? Pick the route that suits you ā no strings attached.
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An experienced IT specialist on the line within 1 working day ā often the same day.
Aushi BV runs 250 managed workspaces across Europe on our environment ā and a dental practice in Tilburg has been a customer for 20 years.
Read the customer caseWe've trusted Virtual Computing with our IT for over 18 years. From a handful of workstations we've grown to 250+ users spread across Europe. Online Workplace, Microsoft 365, Windows 365 ā it scales effortlessly. Fantastic service and excellent knowledge.
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Matija Jolic
Aushi BV ā 250 workspaces across Europe
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By Robin Damen, Founder|Reviewed by Mohammad Moghtader, CTO