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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NYServices provided
See all 31 projects1-800Accountant is an accounting services firm specializing in bookkeeping, CPA, tax preparation, and financial advisory. Reviews highlight their affordability, responsiveness, and comprehensive tax management, with over 90% of clients expressing satisfaction. Clients appreciate their friendly approach and timely communication, with no significant areas for improvement noted.
Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NYServices provided
See all 37 projectsGeorge Dimov, CPA is an accounting firm specializing in tax preparation, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and audit services. Across numerous reviews, clients commend their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to deliver timely and accurate services. Notably, 100% of reviewers highlight their effective communication and problem-solving skills, while around 85% mention their ability to tailor solutions to specific business needs, contributing to substantial financial savings.
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MAServices provided
See all 12 projectsCoCountant is a proficient accounting services firm specializing in bookkeeping, financial reporting, and tax preparation. Across all reviews, clients commend their responsiveness and high-quality service, with 100% of reviewers noting timely deliverables and their ability to adapt to client needs. Key strengths include their comprehensive bookkeeping services and audit-ready financial statement preparation, while an area for improvement is more proactive data visualization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Thomas J Mcalister P.C. Is an Accounting company. They are located in Denver, Colorado. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Montclair, NJ
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Jennifer Vinciguerra, CPA is an Accounting company. Located in Montclair, New Jersey, their small team specializes in Accounting. The company was established in 2012.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CAServices provided
See all 20 projectsIndinero is an accounting services firm offering a range of solutions, including bookkeeping, tax preparation, and fractional CFO services. The company's reviews highlight their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to simplify complex financial processes. Approximately 90% of reviewers commend their efficient communication and financial reporting capabilities. Clients appreciate their reliability in accounting oversight and strategic financial planning, making them a valuable partner for growing businesses.
$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Services provided
See all 3 projects<p>Watter CPA is your trusted partner in accounting and advisory services. Located in Rockville, Maryland, we have been serving clients across various industries since 1988. Our firm, founded
Read more$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ottawa, CanadaServices provided
See all 10 projectsZenbooks is a comprehensive accounting services company specializing in bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial advisory, and CPA services. The company is highly praised for its responsiveness, knowledge, and alignment with client values, with approximately 90% of reviews highlighting their professionalism and timely delivery. Some clients mentioned a need for improved project tracking and more tailored pricing solutions.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Detroit, MI
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Glen Olivache is a small Accounting company located in Detroit, Michigan. The team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Monterrey, Mexico
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Small Accounting company Chablé Co., is based in Monterrey, Mexico. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Little Falls, NJ
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Buchbinder Tunick & Company LLP is an Accounting company. Their midsize team is based in Little Falls, New Jersey and New York, New York. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glendale, CO
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Established in 2003, Howard R. Platz, CPA is an Accounting company. The team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Monterrey, Mexico
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Small Accounting company CS Contadores, is located in Monterrey, Mexico. Their services include Accounting.
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$25,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 2 projectsTalent Formula is an accounting services firm that specializes in talent acquisition and management for industry-specific needs, including financial analysts and accountants. They have been praised for their efficient recruitment process and cultural alignment, contributing to a 100% positive feedback rate for their support in business growth and team integration.
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See all 3 projectsClarity Tax Group & CPA's is an accounting services firm specializing in bookkeeping, tax preparation, and financial reporting. The reviews reflect 100% positive feedback, highlighting their timely and accurate service delivery. Clients appreciate their responsiveness and professionalism, with 50% mentioning the ease of maintaining bookkeeping records and tax information.
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hainesport, NJServices provided
See all 2 projectsWasserman Accounting CPA is a professional accounting services firm offering comprehensive solutions such as bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial reporting, and business auditing. The reviews indicate a strong focus on reliability, compliance, and clear communication, with 100% of reviewers noting their impressive project management and responsiveness. Clients appreciate their proactive approach to financial statement preparation and tax planning.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jersey City, NJ
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Based in Jersey City, New Jersey, Vijay Sammy CPA LLC is a small Accounting company. The team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Delray Beach, FL
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Roy & Spamer, PA is an Accounting company. They provide Accounting and were launched in 2007. The agency is based in Delray Beach, Florida.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Services provided
See all 1 projectsAlexander Accountants, CPAs is a professional accounting services firm specializing in tax preparation, financial advisory, and business structuring for tax savings. The overall feedback from their reviews is highly positive, with 100% of reviewers praising their accurate deliverables, effective communication, and substantial tax savings, resulting in financial benefits like $15,000 in tax savings.
$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Londonderry, NHServices provided
See all 22 projectsAppletree Business Services is a comprehensive accounting services firm offering bookkeeping, tax preparation, payroll, and financial analysis. Across all reviews, 100% of clients commend their professionalism and responsiveness, with particular emphasis on the cohesive team dynamic and personalized financial advisory. Many clients also appreciate their ability to handle transitions smoothly, ensuring financial clarity and efficiency.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Montréal, Canada
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VKB Accounting is an Accounting company. Their small team is in Montréal, Canada. Their team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jackson Township, NJ
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Pungello CPA is an Accounting company in Jackson Township, New Jersey. Launched in 1992, the team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Montréal, Canada
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Based in Montréal, Canada, Satgur Accounting Services CPA Inc. Is a small Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Montréal, Canada
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Established in 2002, JDM CPA Inc. Is an Accounting company. Their team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Montréal, Canada
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JOEL MAGGIO, CPA is a small Accounting company headquartered in Montréal, Canada. The team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Delray Beach, FL
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David R Brover, CPA is an Accounting company. Located in Delray Beach, Florida, the agency was founded in 1987. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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GCK Accounting, CPA is an Accounting company. Their team is headquartered in Denver, Colorado and provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Joliette, Canada
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Line Moreau CPA, is a small Joliette, Canada-based Accounting company. The team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Highlands CPA, LLC is a small Accounting company launched in 2012. Their team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Drummondville, Canada
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FBL S.E.N.C.R.L. Is an Accounting company based in Drummondville, Canada. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Quebec City, Canada
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Small Accounting company monCPAenligne.ca, is based in Quebec City, Canada. The team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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NB and Associates is a small Accounting company. Launched in 1999, the team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Gatineau, Canada
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Located in Gatineau, Canada, Godin, Lacroix & Associés Inc. Is a small Accounting company. The team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Monterrey, Mexico
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Elias Gonzalez & Asociados, S.C. Is an Accounting company. Their small team is based in Monterrey, Mexico. Their team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Landau, Swartz & McCarty LLP is an Accounting company. Established in 1975, the team focuses on Accounting. The company is in Los Angeles, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Monroe Township, NJ
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Launched in 2019, James M Sausmer CPA is a small Monroe Township, New Jersey-based Accounting company. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Vaudreuil-Dorion, Canada
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BOURASSA BOYER is an Accounting company. They are located in Vaudreuil-Dorion, Canada, and their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada
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Martine Adam CPA Inc. Is a small Accounting company located in Notre-Dame-des-Prairies, Canada. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Saint-Sauveur, Canada
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In Saint-Sauveur, Canada, Joly CPA inc. Is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Washington Township, NJ
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John M.J. Cipriani, CPA is a small Washington Township, New Jersey-based Accounting company. The team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Montreal, Canada
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Timing CPA inc is an Accounting company. Located in Montreal, Canada, the agency was established in 2005. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Princeville, Canada
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Laroche Gaulin, CPA Inc. Is an Accounting company. Located in Princeville, Canada, the team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Kerr Forensic Accounting, PC is an Accounting company. Established in 2007, the team specializes in Accounting. The company is located in Denver, Colorado.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Launched in 1989, Stanton R. Bernstein, An Accountancy Corporation is a small Accounting company. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Boulevard Management is an Accounting company established in 2012. The company offers Accounting, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Baltimore, MD
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Leonard J. Miller & Associates, Chartered is an Accounting company. The Baltimore, Maryland-based agency was launched in 1976. Their team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Monterrey, Mexico
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RISER Contadores Públicos is a small Monterrey, Mexico-based Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Monterrey, Mexico
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Reorganiza Contabilidad Empresarial SC is an Accounting company founded in 2012. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Nelson & Company CPA’s is a small Denver, Colorado-based Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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Duys & Bolenbaugh CPAs is an Accounting company. They are in Denver, Colorado. Their team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Seattle, WA
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Launched in 1982, Butzerin Tax & Accounting is a small Seattle, Washington-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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RIGAT Contadores, an Accounting company, was launched in 1990. The company specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Seattle, WA
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Based in Seattle, Washington, Safstrom & Company PS is an Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vilnius, Lithuania
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Newsec is an Accounting company. The small Vilnius, Lithuania-based team provides Accounting. The firm was established in 1997.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Monterrey, Mexico
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Fuentes Medina Contadores, S.C is an Accounting company. Their small team is in Monterrey, Mexico. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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Accounting Office Plovdiv online-schetovoditel.com is an Accounting company. Their small team is in Plovdiv, Bulgaria and focuses on Accounting. The agency was founded in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denville, NJ
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J. Velocci & Associates is an Accounting company. Their small team is headquartered in Denville, New Jersey. Their team offers Accounting.
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AMF Cantú Guerra y Asociados, S.C. Is a Monterrey, Mexico-based Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Garden City, NY
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Margolin, Winer & Evens LLP is an Accounting company. The agency is located in Garden City, New York and New York, New York. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Monterrey, Mexico
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In Monterrey, Mexico, Garza Morin y Asociados, S.C.7 is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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Small Accounting company PAVLOVA CONSULT LTD, is located in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. The team provides Accounting.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Londonderry, NH
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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Coimbatore, India
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Cleveland, OH
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Austin, TX
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CA
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Vaughan, Canada
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32.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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28.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.2/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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29.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49دبي, United Arab Emirates
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$25,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Sydney, Australia
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31.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NY
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Jose, CA
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Syracuse, NY
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33.6/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Top Accountants and Accounting Firms
An accounting firm manages and analyzes a business’s financial activities. Core responsibilities include bookkeeping, preparing financial statements, filing taxes, and advising on cash flow and compliance. Many firms also offer strategic insights such as budgeting, forecasting, and risk management to help leadership make informed decisions. In short, accountants translate numbers into actionable business intelligence.
Typical offerings include:
- Bookkeeping & general ledger maintenance
- Payroll processing and payroll tax filings
- Tax preparation, planning, and advisory
- Audit and assurance (internal or external)
- Financial reporting under GAAP or IFRS
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CFO or controller outsourcing
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Specialized niches—estate planning, fiduciary accounting, or ERP system implementation Firms often bundle these services into customizable packages, letting you scale support as your organization grows.
Pricing depends on location, complexity, and scope:
- Basic monthly bookkeeping: $500–$2,000
- Full-service accounting (bookkeeping + payroll + tax): $2,000–$10,000 per month
- Annual audit for SMBs: $10,000–$50,000
- Hourly consulting: $100–$300+
Rates rise for Big Four–level audits, multi-entity consolidations, or highly regulated industries. Always request detailed proposals outlining deliverables, hourly rates, and any one-time fees.
Start by defining your must-have services and budget. Then:
- Check Clutch reviews for verified client experiences.
- Evaluate industry expertise—manufacturing, SaaS, nonprofit, etc.
- Confirm certifications (CPA, ACCA) and regulatory compliance.
- Assess communication style and tech stack (cloud platforms, automation tools).
- Request sample reports to gauge clarity and depth.
Shortlist two or three firms and schedule discovery calls before making a final decision.
- Lack of transparency about pricing or engagement scope
- Guarantees of “huge tax refunds” without context
- No proof of professional liability insurance
- Outdated software or resistance to cloud-based tools
- Slow or unclear communication during the proposal stage
If any of these arise, keep looking.
- Which industries do you specialize in?
- Who will be my day-to-day contact, and what are their qualifications?
- How do you ensure data security and confidentiality?
- What software platforms do you use, and can you integrate with our systems?
- How do you measure success and report on KPIs?
- Can you provide references for similar engagements?
Well-prepared answers indicate a firm’s readiness to support your business.
Outsourcing gives you on-demand access to a multidisciplinary team such as tax specialists, auditors, and CFO-level advisors, often at a lower cost than maintaining full-time staff. You also gain independent oversight, reduced fraud risk, and scalable expertise as your company expands.
Bookkeepers focus on daily transaction recording and basic reconciliations. Certified Public Accountant (CPA) firms can perform audits, represent you before tax authorities, and provide higher-level advisory services. Growing businesses often start with bookkeeping, then engage a CPA firm for complex compliance and strategic guidance.