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100% AccountingSee all 31 projects1-800Accountant is a professional firm specializing in accounting services such as bookkeeping, tax preparation, and financial advisory. Across multiple reviews, 100% of clients praised their responsiveness, with 75% noting their friendliness and on-time delivery. Clients frequently highlighted their budget-friendly pricing, expertise in tax management, and excellent communication, making them a reliable choice for comprehensive tax and accounting needs.
Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NYServices provided
85% Accounting15% Tax LawSee all 36 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
75% Accounting25% Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO)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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100% AccountingSmall Accounting company Walkers Accountants & Advisers, is headquartered in Shepparton, Australia. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mildura, Australia
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100% AccountingHensgen Partners is an Accounting company. They focus on Accounting and were established in 2015.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CAServices provided
30% Accounting50% Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO)15% Fractional CFO Services +1 service5% Compliance ConsultingSee 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
60% Accounting20% Business Valuation Services20% Fractional CFO ServicesSee 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
25% Accounting25% Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO)20% Fractional CFO Services +3 services10% Back Office Outsourcing10% Business Consulting10% Financial ConsultingSee 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 - 9Inverloch, Australia
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100% AccountingFinance Consulting and Accounting, a small Accounting company, is based in Inverloch, Australia. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Southaven, MS
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100% AccountingMcIngvale CPA Firm PLLC is an Accounting company. Their small team is based in Southaven, Mississippi. Their team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Petal, MS
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100% AccountingKING CPA, PLLC is an Accounting company launched in 2005. Based in Petal, Mississippi, the team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hattiesburg, MS
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100% AccountingEstablished in 2010, Havard CPA Group is a small Accounting company. Their team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Byram, MS
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100% AccountingBased in Byram, Mississippi, Numbers Group, LLC is an Accounting company. Established in 2010, the team focuses on Accounting.
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$25,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
35% Accounting35% Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO)30% AI AgentsSee 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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25% Accounting25% Business Consulting25% Financial Advising & Planning +1 service25% Financial ConsultingSee 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
100% AccountingSee 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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100% AccountingBased in Elsternwick, Australia, IZ Bookkeepers is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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100% AccountingYour Virtual Accountant is a small Australia-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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40% Accounting20% Commercial Financing20% Financial Advising & Planning +1 service20% Financial ConsultingSee 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
80% Accounting10% Back Office Outsourcing10% Fractional CFO ServicesSee 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Glenelg North, Australia
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100% AccountingVerve Group is a Glenelg North, Australia-based Accounting company. Founded in 2012, the team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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100% AccountingLaunched in 2010, GALGAS RUSSELL WEBER LLP is an Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hamilton, Australia
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100% AccountingSound Strategy Accounts is an Accounting company. Their small team is located in Hamilton, Australia. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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100% AccountingEstablished in 2007, New Era Tax & Accounting is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Melbourne, Australia
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100% AccountingAccounts Central Services is an Accounting company. They are in Melbourne, Australia and have small team. Their team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49St Leonards, Australia
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100% AccountingSmall Accounting company Numeric Eight, is located in St Leonards, Australia. The team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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100% AccountingAccounting company Abbo Tax CPA is in San Diego, California. They offer Accounting and were launched in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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100% AccountingMatranga & Company, an Accounting company, is in San Diego, California. They offer Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Crows Nest, Australia
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100% AccountingAccounting company The Bookkeeping Department is headquartered in Crows Nest, Australia. They specialize in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Slacks Creek, Australia
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100% AccountingSmall Accounting company ABBS , is headquartered in Slacks Creek, Australia. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lynchburg, VA
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100% AccountingShelton & Company, CPAs, P.C. Is an Accounting company. In Lynchburg, Virginia, the team provides Accounting.
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100% AccountingAccu Accounts is a small Berwick , Australia-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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100% AccountingKaseno CPA Firm is an Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and are based in San Diego, California.
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100% AccountingSouthern Bookkeeping Business Services is a small Mount Eliza, Australia-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Tupelo, MS
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100% AccountingFranks, Franks, Wilemon & Hagood, P.A. Is an Accounting company launched in 1962. The team offers Accounting and is in Tupelo, Mississippi and Fulton, Mississippi.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vienna, VA
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100% AccountingKelly & Company, LLC is an Accounting company. They are located in Vienna, Virginia and have small team. Their services include Accounting.
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100% AccountingBright Bookkeeping is an Accounting company. Their small team is headquartered in Viewbank , Australia. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hattiesburg, MS
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100% AccountingKeene Bourne Haigler & Sanderson PA is an Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting, and the firm is headquartered in Hattiesburg, Mississippi.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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100% AccountingAccounting company Launch CPA was established in 2017. The team focuses on Accounting and is based in San Diego, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alexandria, VA
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100% AccountingDavidoff & Associates, CPAs is an Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and were founded in 2003. The company is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ridgeland, MS
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100% AccountingSummers, Green, & LeRoux, LLP is an Accounting company. Their small team of employees is located in Ridgeland, Mississippi. Their team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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100% AccountingLaunched in 1991, Best & Company CPA's is a small San Diego, California-based Accounting company. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tupelo, MS
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100% AccountingHodges Pilgrim & Company, PLLC is an Accounting company. Headquartered in Tupelo, Mississippi, the team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Charlottesville, VA
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100% AccountingWay & Company, PLC is an Accounting company. The company is headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Madison, MS
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100% AccountingSmall Accounting company Anderson-Druey Accounting, is in Madison, Mississippi. The team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Forest, MS
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100% AccountingSmall Accounting company Chance, Gay & Cieglo, PLLC, is based in Forest, Mississippi. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lynchburg, VA
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100% AccountingLaunched in 2005, The Jefferson CPA Group, Ltd. Is an Accounting company. The team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Booneville, MS
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100% AccountingJones & Jones, CPA is an Accounting company. They are headquartered in Booneville, Mississippi, and their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Jackson, MS
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100% AccountingBreazeale, Saunders & O'Neil, Ltd. Is a Jackson, Mississippi-based Accounting company. They provide Accounting and were launched in 1970.
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100% AccountingEkladious Financial Services is a small Accounting company in Clyde North , Australia. The team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mount Waverley, Australia
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100% AccountingGF Galbraith and Associates is an Accounting company. Their small team is in Mount Waverley, Australia. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Geelong, Australia
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100% AccountingThe Hrkac group, a small Accounting company, is located in Geelong, Australia. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ladson, SC
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100% AccountingChan's Bookkeeping & Tax Services is a small Accounting company in Ladson, South Carolina. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bluffton, SC
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100% AccountingSmall Accounting company Bluffton Bookkeeper, is based in Bluffton, South Carolina. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ballarat Central, Australia
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100% AccountingBW Advisers is an Accounting company. Their small team is located in Ballarat Central, Australia. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lincoln, NE
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100% AccountingLisa A. McDonald, CPA is an Accounting company. The team provides Accounting, and the firm is located in Lincoln, Nebraska.
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100% AccountingLocated in Melbourne, Australia, Two and Two Bookkeeping is an Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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100% AccountingStar Strategies Bookkeeping is a small Point Cook, Australia-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hernando, MS
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100% AccountingFounded in 1987, Williams, Pitts & Beard, PLLC is an Accounting company. The company specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Capel Sound, Australia
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100% AccountingAccounting company C Quest Business Systems was established in 1990. The firm focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Ridgeland, MS
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100% AccountingAccounting company GranthamPoole PLLC was launched in 1972. The team focuses on Accounting.
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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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$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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30.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.8/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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36.4/40.017/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49دبي, United Arab Emirates
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31.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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28/40.013.6/20 Reviews5.7/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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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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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.
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