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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249New York, NYServices provided
See 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
See 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
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 - 9Pune, India
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Sachin Gujar & Associates - SGA is an Accounting company launched in 1999. The team focuses on Accounting and is based in Pune, India.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Burgess Hill, England
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Preece Accountancy Ltd t/a The Financial Management Centre is an Accounting company. Launched in 2009, the company provides Accounting.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249London, England
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Mercer & Hole is an Accounting company. They focus on Accounting and Business Consulting and were established in 1905.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Watford, England
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Workwell is an Accounting company. They are in Watford, England and have midsize team. They provide Accounting.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Birmingham, England
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Tax Accountant is an Accounting company. They are in Birmingham, England. Their team provides Accounting.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Everett, WA
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Located in Everett, Washington, QBS Enterprise Support LLC is a small Accounting company. The team provides Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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Located in New York, New York, Acuity Knowledge Partners is an Accounting company. The team specializes in 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.
UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Services provided
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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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999London, England
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PKF Littlejohn is a midsize Accounting company located in London, England and Leeds, England. Their services include Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249West Palm Beach, FL
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Launched in 2001, Engineered Tax Services Inc. Is an Accounting company. The firm offers Accounting, and is midsize.
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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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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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Founded in 2004, IGS Bookkeeping is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting company. The large team specializes in Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lubbock, TX
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Barklee Financial Group, LLC is an Accounting company. Their team is in Lubbock, Texas. The company offers Accounting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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My Tax Adviser is an Accounting company. Founded in 2016, their team focuses on Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tulsa, OK
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Established in 2010, PetroSource LLC is an Accounting company. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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FixIT Consul-Tech LLC, an Accounting company, was launched in 2017. The agency offers Accounting, and is midsize.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sofia, Bulgaria
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Established in 2008, Sofia Offices Ltd, a small Accounting company, is headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria and Samokov, Bulgaria. Their services include Accounting.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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See all 1 projectsElevate Auditing is a Prominent Auditing Company in UAE. Elevate is recognized as best Auditing Company approved by many Free Zones in UAE. Elevate is DMCC Approved Auditor & DIFC Approved
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$5,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49دبي, United Arab Emirates
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Located in دبي, United Arab Emirates, SNR Associates is an Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Carlton, Australia
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Nobel Thomas - Business Accountant is an Accounting company. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Carlton, Australia. Their team offers Accounting.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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Located in San Francisco, California, mesha is an Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and were launched in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wexford, PA
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See all 1 projectsSTAFFZ specializes in providing offshore bookkeepers and accountants, offering cost-effective solutions for accounting firms. The overall feedback highlights STAFFZ's ability to deliver accurate work and integrate seamlessly with in-house teams, though there is a noted desire for quicker staffing.
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$100,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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See all 1 projectsAccounting Firm in Dubai | #1 Audit Firm in UAE offers services in accounting, audit, and tax preparation, providing expert assistance with full dedication and interest. Reviews highlight their timely project management and fantastic improvements, with clients appreciating the firm’s alignment with company values and overall value for cost.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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Syed Professional Services is an Accounting company. Their team is based in Brooklyn, New York and specializes in Accounting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Profit Fusion India is an Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and are headquartered in New Delhi, India.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Warszawa, Poland
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See all 1 projectsYour Expert Gateway to Business Success in Poland Progress Holding is a premier Polish accounting and bookkeeping firm, specializing in providing accountancy service for foreign entrepreneurs and
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See all 1 projectsDancing Numbers is a platform where you can make your work easier with our services of importing, exporting, and deleting the data in your QuickBooks account easily.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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See all 1 projectsTaj Accountants stands high among the renowned accountancy firms in London for offering outstanding accounting and taxation advice to corporations, as well as individuals. Our client base ranges
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Lance CPA Group is an Accounting company. Launched in 2013, the team provides Accounting. The company is based in Chicago, Illinois and Westmont, Illinois.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Glendale, CA
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Robert Hall & Associates is an Accounting company. Their small team of employees is based in Glendale, California. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49San Francisco, CA
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Allen Barron is a San Francisco, California-based Accounting company. The team offers Accounting.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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DZH Phillips is an Accounting company based in San Francisco, California and Oakland, California. The team specializes in Accounting.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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RINA Accountancy Corporation is an Accounting company. The San Francisco, California-based agency focuses on Accounting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49San Rafael, CA
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Pacific Crest Group is an Accounting company founded in 2001. The agency specializes in Accounting, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Syracuse, NY
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Dannible & McKee is an Accounting company. The firm is headquartered in Syracuse, New York. Their services include Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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Schulman Lobel is a New York, New York-based Accounting company. The team provides Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woburn, MA
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DGC (DiCicco, Gulman & Company), an Accounting company, specializes in Accounting. The company is headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts and Boston, Massachusetts.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Los Angeles, CA
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Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman is a midsize Accounting company founded in 1967. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Irvine, CA
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Accounting company White Nelson Diehl Evans focuses on Accounting. They were founded in 1927.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Windes is an Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and were established in 1926.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Jose, CA
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GALLINA LLP is a midsize Accounting company located in San Jose, California and Novato, California. Their services include Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Francisco, CA
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Seiler LLP, an Accounting company, was launched in 1957. The team offers Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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CDH CPAs is a Chicago, Illinois-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Chicago, IL
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FGMK is an Accounting company launched in 1969. The midsize team specializes in Accounting.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Gandhinagar, India
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Rayvat Accounting is an Accounting company launched in 2006. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Albany, GA
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Mauldin & Jenkins is an Accounting company headquartered in Albany, Georgia. The team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49North Little Rock, AR
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Bell & Company PA is a North Little Rock, Arkansas-based Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Nashville, TN
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Alexander Thompson Arnold is a Nashville, Tennessee-based Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Bethlehem, PA
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Concannon, Miller & Co. P.C. Is a midsize Accounting company founded in 2010. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Manchester, England
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Established in 1996, Beever and Struthers is an Accounting company. The company specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Manchester , England
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F9 Consulting is a Manchester , England-based Accounting company. They offer Accounting and were founded in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Poznań, Poland
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Based in Poznań, Poland, RSM Poland is an Accounting company. They offer Accounting and IT strategy consulting and were launched in 1991.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Palo Alto, CA
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31.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.2/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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+$300+ / hr2 - 9Cleveland, OH
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31.2/40.016.4/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Austin, TX
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30.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.4/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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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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28.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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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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28.4/40.015.2/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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28/40.013.6/20 Reviews5.7/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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
40% Accounting60% Other
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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.