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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 a comprehensive accounting firm specializing in tax preparation, bookkeeping, financial reporting, and audit services. With a strong focus on timely delivery and problem-solving, 100% of reviewers commend their effective communication and professionalism. While a small percentage note communication could improve, clients overwhelmingly appreciate their proactive and detailed approach to complex financial needs.
$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 - 9Sugar Hill, GA
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Located in Sugar Hill, Georgia, Centsible Accounting Services, LLC is an Accounting company. They offer Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Base2023 is an Accounting company. They are located in T'bilisi, Georgia and have small team. They focus on Accounting and Business Valuation Services.
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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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Tax Law company Efficient Accounting & Tax Services LLC is based in Forest Hill, New York. Founded in 2022, the team focuses on Tax Law and Accounting.
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Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company FinexAccounting is headquartered in Ahmedabad, India. Founded in 2020, the team specializes in Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Lakewood, CO
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Founded in 2019, Level10 CFO, a small Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company, is located in Lakewood, Colorado. Their team provides Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Shinjuku City, Japan
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Tokyo Consulting Group, an Accounting company, is located in Shinjuku City, Japan. The team focuses on Accounting and HR Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Windsor, Canada
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Accounting company RMP Advisors LLP provides Accounting and Business Consulting. They are headquartered in Windsor, Canada.
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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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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerSan Diego, CA
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Stratifyd Accounting, an Accounting company, was established in 2017. The team offers Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerMississauga, Canada
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Filing Taxes is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting company headquartered in Mississauga, Canada. They provide Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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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 professional accounting firm offering a wide range of services including bookkeeping, tax preparation, and financial advisory. The company is highly praised for its responsiveness, expertise, and alignment with client values, with over 90% of reviews highlighting their effective project management and ability to meet client needs. Their team is noted for delivering timely, accurate financial solutions and maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLas Vegas, NV
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My Boring Accountant is an Accounting company. Founded in 2014, the team offers Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249London, England
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Launched in 2018, Sterling Wells Accountants is a midsize London, England-based Accounting company. Their team provides Accounting and Tax Law.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hrFreelancerColorado Springs, CO
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Prestige Tax Professionals LLC, an Accounting company, is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Their services include Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Audit station is an Accounting company. The company is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their team specializes in Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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Located in Buffalo, New York, Constructive Advice, LLC is an Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Ajman, United Arab Emirates
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Accounting company Live Auditing is in Ajman, United Arab Emirates and Ajman, United Arab Emirates. They offer Accounting and Fractional CFO Services.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249McKinney, TX
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Midsize Business Consulting company SPR Consultech, is located in McKinney, Texas and Sandton, South Africa. The team provides Business Consulting and IT strategy consulting.
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$250,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249Oakville, Canada
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Everest Consulting Firm is an IT managed services company. Founded in 2015, the team offers IT managed services and Accounting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Ahmedabad, India
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HT RISE GLOBAL PRIVATE LIMITED is a Tax Law company established in 2024. The midsize team focuses on Tax Law and Accounting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancer
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Founded in 2019, Muhammad Aizaz is an Accounting company. Headquartered in , the team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249
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Growise is an Accounting company. The company is in Lahore, Pakistan. Their team offers Accounting and Finance Law.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerIndependence, MO
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Headquartered in Independence, Missouri, Balance Quest Bookkeeping is a small Accounting company. The team offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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Located in New York, New York, Ezcorporates is a midsize Accounting company. The team offers Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancer
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Founded in 2022, Kharla Denura is a small SEO services firm and Accounting company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Accounting.
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Proowrx LLP is a Back Office Outsourcing company. Launched in 2020, their team focuses on Back Office Outsourcing and Accounting.
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Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company SCM Madria is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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MIT Consulting is an Email Marketing company established in 2003. Their team provides Email Marketing and cloud consulting & SI.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Tamar View Industrial Estate, England
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Complete HQ Ltd is an Accounting company. They are in Tamar View Industrial Estate, England and have small team of experts. Their services include Accounting and Financial Consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Suffern, NY
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FGC+ is a Back Office Outsourcing company based in Suffern, New York and Davao City, Philippines. Established in 2011, the team focuses on Back Office Outsourcing and Call Center Services.
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Moksh CAD is an Architectural Design company. They are based in , and their services include Architectural Design and Interior Design.
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$10,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Stallion HR Solution is a Staffing company. The Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based firm was established in 1996. Their team specializes in Staffing and Recruiting.
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MFD Services is a Commercial Financing company. The midsize Al- Khobar, Saudi Arabia-based team offers Commercial Financing and Accounting. The firm was established in 1995.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Mumbai, India
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Public relations agency ASBS & Co. Was launched in 2013. The company offers Public Relations and Web Development.
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InSync Analytics, a Financial Consulting company, offers Financial Consulting and API Development. The agency is based in New York, New York and Mumbai, India.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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Established in 2023, Vteam, a small Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company, is in Ahmedabad, India. Their services include Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10,000+Bengaluru, India
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Large Digital Strategy company Infosys BPM Limited, is in Bengaluru, India and Atlanta, Georgia. Their services include Digital Strategy and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249London, England
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BKL Chartered Accountants is a Business Consulting company. Their team is in London, England and focuses on Business Consulting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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Bluebird Partners is a midsize Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. They provide Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Financial Advising & Planning and were founded in 2010.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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See all 2 projectsRobbertMurray & Associates offers recruitment and staffing services, specializing in sourcing industry experts and managing bulk hiring needs. Across reviews, clients praised their quick responsiveness, organizational skills, and ability to deliver high-quality candidates within tight timelines. The company’s unique qualities include cost-effectiveness, excellent communication, and innovative problem-solving.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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See all 1 projectsBulgarian Companies offers comprehensive services including bookkeeping, CPA, financial reporting, and tax preparation, with a focus on forming companies and providing detailed financial analysis and consulting. Clients praise their efficient project management and the value provided, highlighting that they deliver projects on time and exceed expectations, making them a preferred choice for accounting and consulting needs.
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Teh Financial Coaching is a Business Consulting company. The Milpitas, California-based firm was founded in 2016. Their team offers Business Consulting and Accounting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9București, Romania
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Small Accounting company Ada's Consult, is located in București, Romania. The team focuses on Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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FCCA Accounts & Tax LTD is an Accounting company. Founded in 2017, their team provides Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Clyde, Australia
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Quick SMSF Accountants is a Financial Advising & Planning company founded in 2016. In Clyde, Australia, the team focuses on Financial Advising & Planning and Financial Consulting.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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Accountant Bookkeeping Ltd is a small Accounting company. Founded in 2021, the team focuses on Accounting and Financial Advising & Planning.
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Founded in 2009, StruFin is a Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company. The small team specializes in Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and Accounting.
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Creditte chartered accountants & advisors is an Accounting company. The team provides Accounting and Fractional CFO Services and is based in Fortitude Valley, Australia.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Rancho Cordova, CA
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Atlas Labor Force is a Staffing company established in 2019. The team provides Staffing and Recruiting and is based in Rancho Cordova, California.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249General Santos City, Philippines
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VirtualChampsGlobal is a web design company. In General Santos City, Philippines, the agency offers Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hermosa Beach, CA
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Founded in 1991, Sousa & Weber is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Saint-Hyacinthe, Canada
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Accounting company Stephane Magnan CPA Inc. Specializes in Accounting and Business Consulting. They were founded in 1988.
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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Palo Alto, CA
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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+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Vaughan, Canada
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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32.1/40.018.4/20 Reviews6.6/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CA
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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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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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$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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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.