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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 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 28 projectsGeorge Dimov, CPA is an accounting firm specializing in services including bookkeeping, tax preparation, audit services, financial reporting, and business auditing. The reviews indicate a strong reputation for professionalism, responsiveness, and tailored solutions, with 100% of feedback being positive. Clients frequently praise the firm's attention to detail and ability to exceed expectations, with notable mentions of efficient tax filing and proactive financial advisory.
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MAServices provided
See all 10 projectsCoCountant is an accounting services company offering expertise in financial reporting, bookkeeping, and tax filing, with a strong focus on providing tailored solutions. The reviews reflect a 100% positive sentiment, praising CoCountant’s responsiveness, reliability, and controller-level oversight. Approximately 50% of the reviews highlighted their ability to streamline processes and improve financial visibility through accurate, audit-ready reporting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hillsborough, NJ
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NJ Bookkeeping Services LLC is an Accounting company. They are based in Hillsborough, New Jersey. Their team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Jose, CA
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Snow Bittleston Hartman Fong and Associates, Inc is a small San Jose, California-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Walnut, CAServices provided
See all 18 projectsindinero is an accounting services firm offering bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial reporting, and CFO support. Based on the reviews, 100% of clients express satisfaction with their responsiveness and professionalism, with frequent mentions of their effective communication and tailored financial solutions. Clients commend indinero for streamlining processes and delivering timely results, with 0% reporting any need for significant improvement.
$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.
$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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Livingston, NJ
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Based in Livingston, New Jersey, Sobel & Co., LLC is an Accounting company. They specialize in Accounting and were founded in 1956.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Clifton, NJ
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Hunter Group CPA LLC is an Accounting company. Located in Clifton, New Jersey, the team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Toms River, NJ
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Cg Tax, Audit & Advisory is an Accounting company. Their team is in Toms River, New Jersey and provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Totowa, NJ
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Launched in 1982, Bruno DiBello & Co., LLC is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pompton Lakes, NJ
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Accounting company Ferraioli, Wielkotz, Cerullo & Cuva, P.A. Was established in 1961. The team focuses on Accounting and is located in Pompton Lakes, New Jersey.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ho Chi Minh City, VietnamServices provided
See all 5 projectsInnovature Consulting Company Limited offers services in bookkeeping, tax preparation, financial planning, and outbound calling. Reviews highlight their responsiveness, adaptability, and effective communication. Clients appreciate their ability to manage accounting tasks and meet deadlines, noting a good cultural fit and budget-friendly pricing.
$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TXServices provided
See all 10 projectsPacific Accounting & Business Services specializes in comprehensive accounting services, including bookkeeping, financial reporting, tax preparation, and financial analysis. They are highly regarded, with 100% of reviews highlighting their timely delivery and excellent communication. Clients commend their efficiency and high-level attention to detail, with 83% noting their good value for cost and adaptability to client needs.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Fair Lawn, NJ
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In Fair Lawn, New Jersey, LB Goodman & Co CPAs is a small Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Alexandra Headland, Australia
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Reef Accountants is an Accounting company. The small Alexandra Headland, Australia-based team provides Accounting. The firm was launched in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9North Bergen, NJ
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Gonzalez Accounting, CPA, PC, an Accounting company, was founded in 1985. The agency offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Maroochydore, Australia
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Located in Maroochydore, Australia, Professional Accounting Services is a small Accounting company. The team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Colchester, VT
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A. M. Peisch & Company is a Colchester, Vermont-based Accounting company. Launched in 1920, the team focuses on Accounting and Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO).
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Franklin Township, NJ
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Wizard Accounting Services LLC is an Accounting company. Established in 2010, their team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lyndhurst, NJ
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Vista Services Group LLC is an Accounting company. The Lyndhurst, New Jersey-based team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Livingston, NJ
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Kamens & Associates, LLC is an Accounting company. Based in Livingston, New Jersey, their small team focuses on Accounting. The firm was launched in 2011.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Montville, NJ
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Small Accounting company Hoogstra Greulich, P.C., is located in Montville, New Jersey. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Montclair, NJ
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FIRM1040® LLC, an Accounting company, is headquartered in Montclair, New Jersey. They provide Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hackensack, NJ
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Accounting company HDM Tax Group was established in 1997. Located in Hackensack, New Jersey, the team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Wildwood, NJ
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PG&S Accountants and Advisors, a small Accounting company, is headquartered in Wildwood, New Jersey. The team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hamilton Township, NJ
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Launched in 2016, United Tax Solutions LLC is an Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9East Brunswick, NJ
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Versutus Accounting & Consulting, an Accounting company, was launched in 2017. In East Brunswick, New Jersey, the team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
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Small Accounting company Hulit CPA, LLC, is in Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Blackwood, NJ
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Established in 2012, Feussi & Moza LLP is an Accounting company. The team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Elmwood Park, NJ
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Zarrow, Mach, Kaplan & Klein, CPA, a small Accounting company, is headquartered in Elmwood Park, New Jersey. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jersey City, NJ
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Small Accounting company MPR Tax & Accounting, is based in Jersey City, New Jersey. Their services include Accounting.
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NZ Tax Solutions LLC is an Accounting company founded in 2019. The company offers Accounting, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Somerville, NJ
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Wagner & Associates, LLC, an Accounting company, was launched in 1972. The agency specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Glen Rock, NJ
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Accounting company Graceffo Hough & Weintraub LLP is in Glen Rock, New Jersey. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tinton Falls, NJ
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Mezzasalma Advisors, a small Accounting company, is based in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. The team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fairfield, NJ
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Small Accounting company Stephen P Gunby & Associates, CPAs, is based in Fairfield, New Jersey. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Springfield, NJ
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Zebulon Tax Advisory LLC is a Springfield, New Jersey-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Murfreesboro, TN
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Headquartered in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, KHOURY CPA is an Accounting company. They focus on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Colchester, VT
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JMM & Associates is an Accounting company. Based in Colchester, Vermont, their team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sumter, SC
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Ratliff CPA Firm is a small Accounting company in Sumter, South Carolina. The team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Columbia, SC
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Scott and Company LLC is an Accounting company. The Columbia, South Carolina-based agency was founded in 1995. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Columbia, SC
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McGregor and Company LLP is an Accounting company. They provide Accounting and are located in Columbia, South Carolina.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49West Columbia, SC
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Burkett Burkett & Burkett CPA PA is an Accounting company. Their small team of employees is headquartered in West Columbia, South Carolina. Their team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spartanburg, SC
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Kaplan Jay H CPA is an Accounting company. They are based in Spartanburg, South Carolina and have small team. Their team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Greenville, SC
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Arthurs and Company CPA, LLC is a small Greenville, South Carolina-based Accounting company. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lexington, SC
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Newsome & Company, a small Accounting company, is located in Lexington, South Carolina. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Hilton Head Island, SC
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Carey & Company, P.A. Is an Accounting company. Their small team is based in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Greenville, SC
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Stokes & Company CPAs is an Accounting company. The Greenville, South Carolina-based firm was established in 1999. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bennington, VT
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Love Cody & Company CPA's is an Accounting company. The team is in Bennington, Vermont, and their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Simpsonville, SC
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McCourry & Company CPA, PA is an Accounting company. They are located in Simpsonville, South Carolina and have small team. Their team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Spartanburg, SC
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Holcombe, Holtzclaw & Ravan LLC is an Accounting company. Their small team is in Spartanburg, South Carolina. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Williston, VT
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Davis & Hodgdon Associates CPAs, a small Accounting company, is in Williston, Vermont and Rutland, Vermont. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Manchester, VT
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Launched in 1999, Spivey Lemonik Swenor is an Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Uvalde, TX
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Coleman, Horton & Company is an Accounting company. The Uvalde, Texas-based company offers Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49South Burlington, VT
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Established in 2005, DANAHER ATTIG & PLANTE PLC is an Accounting company. The team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Shelburne, VT
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Angolano & Company is a small Accounting company based in Shelburne, Vermont. Their services include Accounting.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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36.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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32.2/40.017/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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32/40.016.4/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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32.5/40.018.4/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Coimbatore, India
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38.2/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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31.5/40.017.8/20 Reviews6.6/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Cleveland, OH
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31.4/40.016.6/20 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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32.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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31.1/40.017/20 Reviews6.8/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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30.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.3/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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34.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 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 - $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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37.6/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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28.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience6/10 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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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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32.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Syracuse, NY
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34/40.017.6/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 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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33.8/40.019.4/20 Reviews4.9/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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50% Accounting50% 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.