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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 - 9St. Petersburg, FL
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Strategic Thinking Accounting & Tax Services is a small St. Petersburg, Florida-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Agoura Hills, CA
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Accounting company Roschke & Wall, Business Advisors and CPAs was established in 1990. The small team provides 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.
$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.
$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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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LWA LLP is a small Los Angeles, California-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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ProActive Advisors, Inc. Is an Accounting company. They are headquartered in Los Angeles, California and have small team. Their team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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Sternshein CPA is a small Los Angeles, California-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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DTLA CPA is an Accounting company. The Los Angeles, California-based agency was established in 2017. Their team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Beverly Hills, CA
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Cory Franklin & Associates, Inc. Is an Accounting company. They were launched in 2009 and provide Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 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.
$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.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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JAG Argueta, an Accounting company, was established in 2017. The team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houghton, MI
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Superior Tax & Accounting Services, LLC is an Accounting company. They are headquartered in Houghton, Michigan and have small team. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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AKIF CPA is an Accounting company. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, the team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Macon, GA
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Howard, Moore & McDuffie is an Accounting company. In Macon, Georgia, the company was founded in 1982. Their services include Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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AI Bankova OOD - accounting services is an Accounting company. Their team is headquartered in Plovdiv, Bulgaria and focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Small Accounting company Sabo Accounting & Tax Services, P.C., is based in Houston, Texas. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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Sanson Kline Jacomino Tandoc & Gamarra LLP, an Accounting company, was founded in 1978. They focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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TaxApro Accounting is an Accounting company. Their small team is based in Miami, Florida. Their team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Miami, FL
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Berkowitz Pollack Brant Advisors + CPAs, an Accounting company, was established in 1980. The team provides Accounting and is in Miami, Florida.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Macon, GA
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Accounting company Kristy Jones, C.P.A. Is located in Macon, Georgia. Founded in 2006, the team provides Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Agoura Hills, CA
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LNG and Associates, Inc. Is an Accounting company. The Agoura Hills, California-based firm was established in 2006. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Romeo, MI
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Northend Tax and Accounting Service, Inc. Is a small Accounting company based in Romeo, Michigan. The team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Macon, GA
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Payroll Logic, a small Accounting company, is located in Macon, Georgia. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Benton Harbor, MI
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Based in Benton Harbor, Michigan, Tri-County Bookkeepers is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Macon, GA
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Randall L. Brittain CPA is an Accounting company in Macon, Georgia. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lambertville, MI
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Small Accounting company Accounting Center & Tax Services, Inc., is located in Lambertville, Michigan. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Belleville, MI
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Belleville Tax & Accounting is an Accounting company. Their small team is headquartered in Belleville, Michigan. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Agoura Hills, CA
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David R. Flamer, An Accountancy Corporation is an Accounting company. Launched in 1984, the team focuses on Accounting. The agency is headquartered in Agoura Hills, California.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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D.I. Profit EOOD is an Accounting company. The Plovdiv, Bulgaria-based agency was founded in 2015. Their team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Thousand Oaks, CA
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Right Way Accounting, an Accounting company, is located in Thousand Oaks, California. They offer Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Macon, GA
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Established in 2011, Altera Payroll & Insurance is an Accounting company. Headquartered in Macon, Georgia, the team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Macon, GA
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D. Tate Morris CPA is an Accounting company. Headquartered in Macon, Georgia, the team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Macon, GA
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ML Carroll & Associates, Inc. Is an Accounting company. Based in Macon, Georgia, the firm was established in 1999. Their team specializes in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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B&Si Service Accounting, an Accounting company, was launched in 2013. The small team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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BBD, LLP is an Accounting company. They focus on Accounting and were founded in 1997. The agency is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Florham Park, NJ
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CGM Forensic Accounting is an Accounting company based in Florham Park, New Jersey and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Philadelphia, PA
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Small Accounting company Ashong & Associates, LLC, is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Philadelphia, PA
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Avrach & Company PC, a small Accounting company, is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Philadelphia, PA
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Internal Tax Services, LLC is a small Accounting company located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Huntingdon Valley, PA
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Based in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania, Daniel Ferrari & Co PC is a small Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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Drucker & Scaccetti is an Accounting company launched in 1990. The firm provides Accounting, and is midsize.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Philadelphia, PA
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Heffler Radetich & Saitta LLP is an Accounting company founded in 1941. The team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pittsburgh, PA
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Connolly Steele & Company, P.C. Is an Accounting company. The Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania-based team focuses on Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Westlake Village, CA
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Paul B. Shane, CPA is an Accounting company. Their small team is located in Westlake Village, California and specializes in Accounting. The company was launched in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pittsburgh, PA
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Exler & Company, Inc. Is an Accounting company in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. They provide Accounting and were established in 1961.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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Calas Group is an Accounting company. They are in Miami, Florida and have small team. Their team offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Agoura Hills, CA
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Howard D. Fox CPA is an Accounting company. They are located in Agoura Hills, California and have small team. They specialize in Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pittsburgh, PA
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Listwak, Finke & Associates, an Accounting company, was launched in 1989. The small team focuses on Accounting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Duncanville, TX
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Be's Professional Services, llc is an Accounting company. Their small team is located in Duncanville, Texas and specializes in Accounting. The firm was founded in 2010.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Agoura Hills, CA
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Carr Tax, Inc. Is an Accounting company. In Agoura Hills, California, the firm offers Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tecumseh, MI
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Masters Accounting & Masters Tax is a small Tecumseh, Michigan-based Accounting company. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Upper Saint Clair, PA
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Deverson, Tanack & Willison, CPA's is an Accounting company. Their small team is in Upper Saint Clair, Pennsylvania. Their services include Accounting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pittsburgh, PA
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KTG CPA LLC is an Accounting company. They are in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and have small team of experts. Their services include Accounting.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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37.1/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Juan, Puerto Rico
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35.9/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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33.1/40.019/20 Reviews6.9/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Cambridge, MA
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32.1/40.017/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Dallas, TX
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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+< $25 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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38.2/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 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+$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+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Irving, TX
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31.4/40.017.8/20 Reviews6.6/10 Clients & Experience7/10 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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30.6/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience4.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Vaughan, Canada
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32.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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34.1/40.016.8/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 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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38/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Undisclosed$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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28.7/40.016.4/20 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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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Harrow, HA1 1PD, England
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28.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience6/10 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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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28.1/40.013.8/20 Reviews5.7/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Syracuse, NY
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33.8/40.017.4/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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32.7/40.017.6/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Vilnius, Lithuania
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31.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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.